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Josh Warrington

Josh Warrington (born 14 November 1990) is a British professional boxer. He held the IBF featherweight title twice, from 2018 to 2019 and again from 2022 to 2023.

  • Birth and Background: Born and raised in Leeds, England, his full name is Joshua Paul Warrington. He is known for his high-energy, aggressive fighting style.

  • Early Career: Warrington began his professional boxing career in 2009. He quickly rose through the ranks in the British boxing scene, gaining a reputation for his relentless pressure and exciting fights.

  • British and Commonwealth Titles: Before contending for world titles, he secured the British and Commonwealth featherweight titles.

  • IBF Featherweight Champion (First Reign): In May 2018, Warrington defeated Lee Selby to win the IBF%20featherweight%20title. He defended the title against several notable opponents, including Carl Frampton.

  • IBF Featherweight Title Stripped: He vacated and was later stripped of the title due to not facing his mandatory challenger after a period of negotiations.

  • Loss to Mauricio Lara: In February 2021, Warrington suffered a shocking defeat to Mauricio Lara.

  • IBF Featherweight Champion (Second Reign): In March 2022, Warrington defeated Kiko Martinez by TKO to regain the IBF%20featherweight%20title.

  • Loss to Luis Alberto Lopez: Warrington lost the IBF title to Luis Alberto Lopez in December 2022.

  • Fighting Style: Known for his relentless pressure, high work rate, and aggressive tactics. He is a popular fighter due to his exciting and fan-friendly style.