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Paro–Papot IBF Eliminator Stays On After Weigh-In Scare in Brisbane

The winner moves into position to challenge IBF champion Lewis Crocker.

Overview

  • David Papot initially came in 40 grams over the welterweight limit before making weight on a second attempt to preserve the main event.
  • Jorge Santana fell from the stage before the weigh-in but was examined by medics and cleared to face Liam Wilson.
  • Paulo Aokuso’s bout was scrapped after Shukhrat Abdullaev was denied a visa, with late talks for Ben Hussain as a replacement falling through.
  • Brock Jarvis withdrew with a shoulder injury, so Ken Aitken now meets Sonny Knight, while Floyd Masson will face Johan Linde on short notice.
  • Liam Paro voiced confidence in executing his game plan as No Limit’s George Rose positions him for marquee welterweight opportunities.