Overview

• Ben Whittaker claimed victory over Liam Cameron with a dominant second-round stoppage at Birmingham’s bp pulse LIVE arena on April 20, 2025.
• The rematch followed their controversial first bout in Riyadh, which ended in a technical split draw after both fighters fell out of the ring.
• Whittaker was visibly emotional after the win, sobbing in his corner and making mocking gestures toward Cameron’s trainers and fans in attendance.
• Allegations emerged that Whittaker spat at Cameron’s corner during the celebrations, which he denied, attributing it to an emotional outburst.
• Trainer Andy Lee defended Whittaker, citing the intense criticism he faced since the first fight and praising his resilience and performance.