Phil D. Jay
WBN Editor
WBN Editor
Heavyweight contender no longer champion
Undefeated Tyson Fury has been stripped of his Irish
heavyweight title after fighting American Vinny Maddalone under a British
Licence on Saturday night at the Hand Arena in Clevedon.
The English-born 24 year-old, who defeated Irishman Martin
Rogan to claim the belt, easily defeated the veteran live on Channel 5 and
Boxing Union of Ireland President Mel Christie then confirmed the news to the Irish
Independent.
Fury looks set to move up in class after amassing a 19-0
record fighting below his level and could now eye a European title tilt, before
eventually moving on to a world title challenge in the next twelve months.