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Warrington vs. Wood Rematch Set for February 2026

2/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The rematch between Josh Warrington and Leigh Wood is set for February 21, 2026, at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena.
The bout is at super-featherweight with no title at stake.
The first fight in October 2023 ended controversially, with Leigh Wood knocking out Warrington after Warrington led on points.
The card starts at 7 p.m. GMT on DAZN.
Ishmael Davis defends his British and Commonwealth titles on the undercard.

History

Historical Context

In 1919, the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) was established to oversee boxing matches and ensure fair officiating. Controversies surrounding officiating have persisted, as seen in Leigh Wood's knockout of Josh Warrington in October 2023, which reignited debates about scoring and transparency in the sport. The upcoming rematch on February 21, 2026, at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena underscores ongoing concerns about fairness in boxing.

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Story summary

The rematch between Josh Warrington and Leigh Wood is set for February 21, 2026, at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena.
The bout is at super-featherweight with no title at stake.
The first fight in October 2023 ended controversially, with Leigh Wood knocking out Warrington after Warrington led on points.
The card starts at 7 p.m. GMT on DAZN.
Ishmael Davis defends his British and Commonwealth titles on the undercard.

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