Galal Yafai Claims WBC Interim Flyweight Title with Sixth-Round TKO of Sunny Edwards

In Birmingham, Yafai avenged a nine-year-old amateur loss to Edwards, who announced his retirement after the fight.

Galal Yafai defeated Sunny Edwards via a sixth-round TKO to secure the WBC interim flyweight title in Birmingham, extending his professional record to 9-0.
Yafai's victory marked a personal milestone as he avenged his 2015 amateur loss to Edwards, a rivalry that dates back nearly a decade.
Sunny Edwards, citing physical wear and tear and a loss of passion for the sport, announced his retirement at age 28 following the defeat.
The win positions Yafai for a potential bout against WBC flyweight champion Kenshiro Teraji, further advancing his professional career after his 2020 Olympic gold medal success.
Edwards, a former IBF flyweight champion with a three-year title reign, acknowledged his body’s decline and stated his decision to retire was independent of the fight's outcome.