Chief Support Withdraws, Impacting Parker vs Wardley Undercard
British light-heavyweight champion Lewis Edmondson has withdrawn from his highly anticipated bout against Ezra Taylor. This decision comes due to a hip injury sustained during training just days before the fight, scheduled for Saturday.
Impact of Chief Support Withdraws on Parker vs Wardley Undercard
The match was set to serve as the chief support for the heavyweight headliner featuring Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley. Queensberry Promotions is now faced with the task of finding a replacement opponent for the 31-year-old Taylor, who remains unbeaten at 12-0, with 8 KOs.
Background of the Edmondson vs Taylor Rivalry
Edmondson, 29, holds a record of 11 wins, 1 loss, and 3 KOs. He recently dethroned Dan Azeez to claim the Lonsdale belt, but has struggled since; he suffered a loss to Daniel Lapin in July, which marked the end of his undefeated streak. The rivalry with Taylor has been intense, highlighted by a heated 20-minute face-off where both fighters exchanged insults. During this exchange, Edmondson threatened to “keep punching your head in for 12 rounds,” to which Taylor responded about Edmondson’s gas tank.
Event Reactions and Future Prospects
Disappointment among fans has been palpable following the news of Edmondson’s withdrawal. Reactions on social media reflected this sentiment, with one fan voicing frustration over the event’s cancellation. Currently, it remains unclear if a replacement for Taylor will be found. If not, he may be removed from the card altogether.
Other Fights on the Card
Despite the setback of losing the Edmondson vs Taylor match-up, boxing enthusiasts can still anticipate several other exciting fights on the card, including:
- Danny Quartermaine vs Royston Barney-Smith
- Juergen Uldedaj vs Rolly Lambert Fogoum
- Mitchell Smith vs Arnie Dawson
As the event approaches, fans remain hopeful for updates regarding Taylor’s opponent and the overall fight card for Saturday’s bouts at London’s O2 Arena.
