Tyson Fury stripped of IBF title

Tyson Fury is stripped of IBF title belt after a breach in contract allowing him a rematch with former champion Wladamir Klitschkov

In a shock result, Tyson Fury beat heavyweight boxing champion Wladamir Klitschko winning the IBF, WBO, WBF heavyweight and WBA super heavyweight world titles. Fury won the match on a judge’s decision, beating the former champion: 116-111, 115-112 and 115-112. The newly crowned champion is now 25 wins for 0 losses with 18 wins by knockout.

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Fury is no stranger to controversy, with a reputation for making inappropriate and offensive comments publically. The most recent bout of controversy to surround the boxer however was not a result of his tendency to run his mouth. The Heavyweight champion permitted a clause in the fight contract which would allow Klitschko a rematch, which the former champion has chosen to activate. This clause and contracts have since been signed. The original contracts with the IBF however stipulated that the winner must fight top contender; Vyacheslav Glaskov next. In light of this breach of contract, the IBF have decided to strip Tyson Fury of his belt and title.

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