Leigh Wooden has determined to maneuver as much as the tremendous featherweight division, leaving the World Boxing Affiliation (WBA) featherweight belt vacant.
The British fighter just lately defended his crown with a spectacular knockout over Josh Warrington on October 7 and had already introduced unofficially his intention to maneuver as much as 130 kilos. This week, his staff despatched the formal communication of his choice to the pioneering physique.
“We wish to specific our honest because of the WBA for his or her help and for permitting Leigh to win, defend and in the end regain his world honors. The WBA has performed a vital function in shaping Leigh’s profession, and we’re really grateful for the experiences he has gained throughout his time as Featherweight Champion,” famous the letter despatched.
The textual content additionally mentions Ben Davison, Wooden’s coach and a fantastic skilled, who says he’s in tune with the choice and sends phrases of because of the WBA for all of the alternatives offered at 126 kilos.
The championships committee will research the current of the class and the rankings of the group to be able to decide concerning who will combat for the vacant belt.
The WBA thanks Wooden for at all times carrying the belt with respect, honor and braveness, and hopes to see him quickly preventing for a brand new black and gold belt and representing the WBA colours.