Cancellation of WBC Middleweight Championship Bout
In a significant turn of events just one day before the highly anticipated boxing match at Madison Square Garden, the WBC middleweight championship bout featuring Carlos Adames and Austin “Ammo” Williams has been officially called off. This unforeseen cancellation comes as Adames withdrew from the match due to health issues, casting a shadow over the undercard for the Teofimo Lopez versus Shakur Stevenson event scheduled for Saturday night.
Fighter Profiles
Adames, a fighter hailing from the Dominican Republic, held an impressive record of 24 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw with 18 knockouts prior to this disruption. The upcoming match was to serve as his third title defense, marking his return to the ring after an 11-month hiatus. His last bout ended in a controversial draw against Hamzah Sheeraz in February, a result many boxing analysts and fans felt should have favored Adames.
Austin Williams, known for his tenacity in the ring with a record of 19 wins and 1 loss, had also faced his own challenges. His only career blemish came from an 11th-round stoppage against Sheeraz in a final eliminator last June. Since then, Williams had rebounded strongly, achieving three consecutive victories, the latest being a notable win over Patrice Volny in March.
Impact of the Cancellation
The cancellation of the fight is particularly disheartening for Williams, who had previously been the IBF mandatory challenger for Janibek Alimkhanuly but made the strategic decision to forgo that title opportunity to face Adames. Now, without a fight lined up and no assurance of rescheduling, Williams faces uncertainty regarding his chances for a title shot in the near future.
Upcoming Event Highlights
In spite of the setback, the Lopez vs. Stevenson event will still feature several exciting matchups on its undercard. Keyshawn Davis is set to make his debut in the 140-pound division against Jamaine Ortiz, while Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington takes on Carlos Castro for the vacant WBC featherweight title. Additionally, heavyweight contender Jarrell Miller will return to the ring to face Kingsley Ibeh as part of a lineup that aims to deliver high-stakes action for boxing fans this weekend.
