Ben Whittaker takes another step toward a world title Saturday when he faces Conor Wallace in a light heavyweight showdown at Utilita Arena in Birmingham, England.
Whittaker (12-0-1, 9 KOs), a 2020 Olympic silver medalist, returns home after scoring a highlight-reel second-round knockout of Richard Rivera this past June in Brooklyn. The 29-year-old has won three straight fights by knockout since his controversial first meeting with Liam Cameron ended in a technical draw in October 2024.
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Saturday represents arguably the biggest test yet for Whittaker, who is ranked No. 3 by the IBF. Whittaker and Wallace meet in a final eliminator…
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