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Crocker Edges Donovan by Split Decision to Claim Vacant IBF Welterweight Title

Two knockdowns proved decisive in the IBF-ordered rematch that followed March’s disqualification controversy.

Lewis Crocker vs Paddy Donovan
Paddy Donovan punches Lewis Crocker during their Welterweight fight between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan at The SSE Arena Belfast on March 01, 2025 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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Overview

  • The judges scored it 114-112 and 114-113 for Lewis Crocker, with one card 115-111 for Paddy Donovan.
  • Crocker dropped Donovan in rounds three and five, capitalizing with sharp left hooks that shaped the final scoring.
  • The fight took place at Belfast’s Windsor Park before around 20,000 fans in the first world championship contested between two Irishmen.
  • The bout was elevated to a title fight after Jaron “Boots” Ennis vacated the IBF belt, with the rematch ordered following Donovan’s successful appeal of his March disqualification.
  • DAZN streamed the sold-out card worldwide, featuring Ishmael Davis vs. Caoimhin Agyarko and the professional boxing debut of Molly McCann on the undercard.