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Anthony Cacace and Leigh Wood Set for IBO Title Clash in Nottingham

Both fighters made weight ahead of their May 10 bout, with predictions favoring Cacace's momentum over Wood's return from an 18-month hiatus.

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Overview

  • Anthony Cacace will defend his IBO super-featherweight title against Leigh Wood on Saturday, May 10, at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham.
  • Both fighters weighed in at 129 lbs 8 oz, confirming their readiness for the 12-round title fight.
  • Cacace enters the bout as the favorite, riding a strong 2024 campaign that included wins over Joe Cordina and Josh Warrington.
  • Leigh Wood returns to the ring after an 18-month hiatus, moving up from featherweight to super-featherweight for this career-defining clash.
  • The event will be broadcast live on DAZN, with undercard fights starting at 7pm BST and the main event expected at 10pm BST.