December 23, 2024

WBA clears up heavyweight title situation: Briggs-Browne, Klitschko-Joshua sanctioned

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By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing

By Fightnews.com

WBA regular heavyweight championship
Shannon Briggs will face Lucas Browne on or before December 31. The winner must immediately face Fres Oquendo as a mandatory defense within 120 days.

“I just got confirmation that I am fighting Shannon Briggs so 100% I am fighting Shannon Briggs,” said Browne. “I don’t know where and I don’t know when. That all I know for now. I will keep you posted. It’s all on.”

WBA super heavyweight championship
A special permit is granted for Wladimir Klitschko to face Anthony Joshua for the vacant title formerly held by Tyson Fury.

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