Exciting Update: William Scull and Vladimir Shishkin Rematch Rumors Debunked as 'Fake News'
The buzz about a potential rematch between super middleweight champ William Scull and Vladimir Shishkin ordered by the IBF is off the mark, as clarified by Agon Sports promoter Ingo Volckmann.
The Scull-Shishkin bout was a nail-biter, with Scull clinching victory through close margins. But as they say, a tight fight doesn't always warrant controversy. Shishkin's camp hinted at a protest, but it's all talk for now.
Switching gears to the upcoming bouts, Denmark's rising star Hamza Hussein is set to square off against Argentina's Camilo Castagno in a last-minute lineup change. Meanwhile, local favorite Oliver Zaren will face off against Mexican Carlos Gallego Montijo in a super middleweight showdown. And let's not forget the featherweight headline featuring Sarah Mahfoud and Danila Ramos – promising an electrifying match-up.
Shifting focus to Italy, keep an eye out for Diego Lenzi as he steps into the pro boxing ring for the first time in Milan on December 15. Lenzi, a former Olympic contender, brings his A-game from the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he wowed audiences in the super heavyweight category.