Shakur Stevenson Faces Late Replacement Josh Padley for WBC Lightweight Title

Padley steps in on three days' notice to replace Floyd Schofield after illness forces withdrawal.

Shakur Stevenson will defend his WBC Lightweight title against Yorkshire's Josh Padley in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday.
Padley, a 29-year-old part-time electrician, accepted the fight on short notice after Floyd Schofield withdrew due to illness earlier this week.
Stevenson, an undefeated three-division champion with a 22-0 record, enters the fight as the overwhelming favorite with -2000 odds to win.
Padley, also undefeated at 15-0, is a heavy underdog but gained attention after a surprise victory over Mark Chamberlain in September 2024.
This fight represents Padley's first world title shot and an opportunity to significantly elevate his boxing career.