Zona de Azar United Kingdom – Boxing Fight Canceled Due to “Betting Irregularities”

United Kingdom.- June 24, 2024 www.zonadeazar.com Eddie Hearn, famous boxing promoter, made an unexpected and uncomfortable decision by canceling the rematch between the British Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker on Saturday night (22) in Birmingham .

The fight, which was part of the Tyler Denny x Felix Cash undercard, was called off due to betting irregularities. Just hours before the start of the event, Matchroom Boxing, Hearn’s company, announced the cancellation.

The news took everyone by surprise. Speaking to Boxing Social, Hearn explained that upon receiving information about suspicious bets, he initiated an investigation with his team and the gaming commission.

“As soon as I got the information I investigated. I did it with my team and made the decision to cancel the fight. I spoke to the British Boxing Board of Control and they agreed,” Hearn said.

He added that, in his 15-year career, he had never faced a situation like this and that the information he received from him made him feel extremely uncomfortable.

Both fighters, Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker, denied any involvement in the irregularities. Fiaz, who beat Baker in their first fight in 2020, said: “The fight was canceled due to a situation that I was not aware of and had no involvement in. I was advised not to make any further comments for now.”

Baker also defended himself: “I am an honest fighter. I have never and would never bet against myself. I am happy that the investigation continues and that everyone around me is being investigated.”

Hearn’s decision highlights the importance of integrity in sport. The British Boxing Board of Control will now carry out its own investigation to clear up the suspicions. This episode serves as a reminder that transparency and fairness are paramount in the world of boxing.

Everyone is eagerly awaiting the development of this story to better understand what happened and ensure that the sport remains clean and fair.Source: The Sun

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