Hamzah Sheeraz Set for WBC Fight After Terence Crawford Stripped
Hamzah Sheeraz is gearing up for a significant opportunity as he aims for the vacant WBC super-middleweight world title. This opportunity arose after Terence Crawford was stripped of the championship due to sanctioning fee issues, as stated by WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman.
Background on Terence Crawford’s Stripping
Terence Crawford had recently claimed the WBC title from Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez in September 2023. This win marked an impressive leap of three weight classes for Crawford, establishing him as the undisputed champion. However, issues regarding unpaid sanctioning fees led to his disqualification from holding the title.
Sheeraz vs. Mbilli Fight Details
Hamzah Sheeraz is set to face Christian Mbilli of Canada for the vacant WBC title. This upcoming bout will be Sheeraz’s second attempt for a world title and his first at the super-middleweight division. Sheeraz, 26, boasts an unbeaten record of 23 wins. Meanwhile, Mbilli, aged 30, is also undefeated with 29 wins and one draw.
Previous Performance and Records
Sheeraz’s previous encounter was a draw against WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames last February. This performance was viewed as underwhelming, affecting his standing in the division. Nevertheless, he made a strong comeback in July, moving to super-middleweight and knocking out Edgar Berlanga in five rounds.
- Hamzah Sheeraz: 23 wins, 0 losses
- Christian Mbilli: 29 wins, 1 draw
Next Steps for Crawford
Although Terence Crawford remains the WBA ‘Super’, WBO, and IBF super-middleweight champion, he has not publicly disclosed his next fight plans. The boxing community eagerly anticipates the developments in his career following the stripping of the WBC title.
The exact date for the Sheeraz vs. Mbilli fight has yet to be confirmed, but the match is highly anticipated within boxing circles. Fans are eager to see how both fighters will perform as they vie for the now-vacant WBC super-middleweight title.
