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Adames Withdraws From Title Fight, Williams Left Uncertain

1/30/2026

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WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames withdrew from his title defense against Austin "Ammo" Williams one day before the January 31, 2026 fight at Madison Square Garden due to illness, and he has not fought since a February 2025 draw with Hamzah Sheeraz.
Adames was hospitalized for dehydration and could not weigh in.
Williams' team seeks a replacement opponent to keep him on the card.
The cancellation leaves Williams in uncertainty.

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WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames withdrew from his title defense against Austin "Ammo" Williams one day before the January 31, 2026 fight at Madison Square Garden due to illness, and he has not fought since a February 2025 draw with Hamzah Sheeraz.
Adames was hospitalized for dehydration and could not weigh in.
Williams' team seeks a replacement opponent to keep him on the card.
The cancellation leaves Williams in uncertainty.