Shakur Stevenson Faces New Opponent After Floyd Schofield Withdraws Over Illness
Floyd Schofield's withdrawal from the WBC lightweight title fight leads to allegations, apologies, and a replacement opponent for Stevenson.
- Floyd Schofield Jr. withdrew from the February 22 WBC lightweight title fight against Shakur Stevenson due to illness, confirmed by the British Boxing Board of Control.
- Schofield's father initially alleged poisoning by Stevenson’s team but later apologized and retracted the claims, citing no evidence of foul play.
- Shakur Stevenson’s team denied the allegations, with his co-manager warning of potential legal action for defamation.
- Josh Padley, an unbeaten British lightweight, has been confirmed as Stevenson’s replacement opponent for the title fight in Saudi Arabia.
- Schofield has been discharged from the hospital, but his timeline for returning to the ring remains uncertain.
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