Isaac Chamberlain has withdrawn from his upcoming fight with Viddal Riley due to injury.
London cruiserweights Riley and Chamberlain have developed a simmering rivalry that has led to a highly anticipated fight on February 1st.
But an injury sustained by Chamberlain in training ruled the Brixton boxer out of competition.
February 1 bill at OVO Wembley Arena takes place live Aerial sportsheadlined by Adam Azim’s clash with Sergey Lipinets.
Azim is moving up to the world level and aims to prove he is ready to take on the best in the division. Her last fight was a stoppage victory over Ohara Davies in October at the Copper Box Arena.
The undefeated 22-year-old did his best by dictating the action and dominating Davies from the start, finishing the fight in spectacular fashion over the course of eight rounds.
But Lipinets is a former IBF welterweight world champion. The Kazakhstan-born fighter won the IBF belt with a unanimous points victory over Akihiro Kondo in 2017.
The 35-year-old has since established himself as a top contender in the super lightweight and welterweight divisions with victories over former world champions Lamont Peterson and Omar Figueroa Jr.
Riley reportedly boxed Chamberlain in the race to support the bill’s leader. But this fight is now suspended.
Promoter Ben Shalom said: “Unfortunately, Isaac suffered an injury in training camp and will not be able to box on February 1st.
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Viddal Riley and Isaac Chamberlain both joined the Toe2Toe podcast to discuss their upcoming fight
“The fight between Viddal and Isaac has been a long time coming. We were excited to finally see them in the ring and are disappointed that it won’t happen next week as planned. We wish Isaac a speedy recovery. News on the Viddal sequel will follow soon.”
All fans wishing to receive a refund should contact their point of purchase.
Remaining tickets are still available via BOXXER.com.
Watch Azim vs. Lipinets live Aerial sports February 1st.
