All UK boxing has been suspended again
The British Boxing Board of Control have now officially confirmed that all UK boxing has been suspended again for the month of January.
Just like in previous years, rising COVID cases have caused concern and so, on the advice of their medical panel, the BBBofC have decided to cancel all fights this month.Chris Eubank Jr will have to wait to take on Liam WilliamsAs a result, many opted against scheduling shows for January in the UK. However, following the postponement which prevented the fight from taking place in December, BOXXER had already rearranged Chris Eubank Jr vs Liam Williams forThis show will now seemingly have to be pushed back again, or moved to a different jurisdiction outside of the UK.Amir Khan and Kell Brook will fight on February 19, providing there are no further cancellationsThis will be contingent on approval following a further review.
Their statement read: “Following advice from the British Boxing Board of Control Medical Panel, boxing tournaments under the jurisdiction of the BBBofC will be suspended for the month of January. “A further review by the Medical Panel and Stewards will take place prior to the planned recommencement of boxing in February.”Tyson Fury is eyeing a UK fight in March or April, potentially against Dillian WhyteThat long-awaited grudge match is scheduled for February 19 in Manchester.Fury could return homeBoth must now await clearance from the BBBofC before any homecomings can take place.
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