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Diego Pacheco Withdraws, Cancels WBC Title Fight

4/7/2025

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Story summary

Diego Pacheco's withdrawal from the WBC interim title fight against Christian Mbilli has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, resulting in the cancellation of the purse offer. With both fighters ranked No. 1 and No. 2 by the WBC, they now face uncertainty as they search for new opponents. Mbilli last stepped into the ring in August, while Pacheco is set to headline a DAZN event this summer.

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Story summary

Diego Pacheco's withdrawal from the WBC interim title fight against Christian Mbilli has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, resulting in the cancellation of the purse offer. With both fighters ranked No. 1 and No. 2 by the WBC, they now face uncertainty as they search for new opponents. Mbilli last stepped into the ring in August, while Pacheco is set to headline a DAZN event this summer.