Tag: WBO interim light-heavyweight title

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Harper Maddox
23 February 2025

Callum Smith Triumphs Over Joshua Buatsi, Faces Post-Fight Hospitalization

Callum Smith emerged victorious over Joshua Buatsi in a thrilling 12-round boxing match, winning via unanimous decision and securing the WBO interim light-heavyweight title. Smith was taken to the hospital for an eye injury afterwards, but the victory boosted his standing in the boxing world. The fight, part of the high-profile event undercard for Beterbiev vs. Bivol 2 in Riyadh, was hailed as a potential 'Fight of the Year' contender.