JOSH WARRINGTON doesn’t have a lot left to tick off from his boxing bucket record and after Saturday night time he can examine off another field, perhaps even two.
The 33-year-old will battle at Wembley Stadium towards Anthony Cacace the place Warrington will look to grow to be a two-weight world champion. In a 15-year profession the Leeds fighter has received English, Commonwealth, British, European and World titles, made the First Direct Area his second residence, fought outside at Elland Street and Headingley Rugby League Stadium and been concerned in some sensible tear-ups.
Forward of his battle with Cacace this weekend Boxing Information takes a visit down reminiscence lane and brings you Josh Warrington’s Best Nights.
Warrington (R) acquired the higher of Frampton (L). (Photograph by Alex Livesey/Getty Pictures)
JOSH WARRINGTON vs. Carl Frampton
December 22, 2018, Manchester Area
Three days earlier than Christmas six years in the past Josh Warrington vowed to not solely defend his IBF Featherweight title however be certain that his supporters made some cash as effectively. It had been two years since peak Frampton defeated Leo Santa Cruz in New York however this nonetheless represented the hardest take a look at of Warrington’s profession. Frampton, in the meantime, needed to be remembered as Eire’s biggest fighter.
Followers from Leeds and Belfast got here collectively in Manchester to create a magical ambiance which impressed each fighters. After 80 seconds Warrington set his stall out ambushing Frampton. ‘The Jackal’ needed to abandon his plan to field and selected to commerce to make sure he stayed within the battle. The primary 4 rounds noticed a Warrington whirlwind sweep via the Manchester Area which Frampton did effectively to outlive and final the complete 12 rounds.
“I believe I’ve earned my Christmas Turkey,” the winner joked afterwards.
Warrington and 20,000 Leeds followers proved an excessive amount of for Selby. (Photograph by Alex Livesey/Getty Pictures)
JOSH WARRINGTON vs. Lee Selby
Could 19, 2018, Elland Street, Leeds
Seven months earlier all the things was in place for Warrington on a spring night outside on the residence of his beloved Leeds Utd. The issue was no-one knew if Warrington may take the most important step and compete at world degree particularly towards a slickster like Selby. The Welshman vowed to out-box his challenger, break him down and cease him. As an alternative, it was Warrington who proved to be the higher boxer and prevented the champion from stepping into any rhythm.
Roared on by a crowd and ambiance appropriate for a Leeds Utd residence sport Warrington wouldn’t be denied and left Selby reduce and bloodied round each eyes. The native hero earned a cut up resolution however Phil Edwards’ scorecard 116-112 scorecard for the brand new champion was a fairer reflection. Warrington sank to his knees with emotion pouring out and 20,000 followers went residence ecstatic with the songs of Leeds Utd ringing of their ears.
“It’s a fairytale ending,” Warrington mentioned on the press convention.
Warrington turned a two-time champ towards Martinez. (Photograph by Stu Forster/Getty Pictures)
JOSH WARRINGTON vs. Kiko Martinez 2
March 26, 2022, First Direct Area, Leeds
The Warrington Whirlwind blew via Martinez within the first spherical of their rematch when the Spaniard was dropped by a proper hand. However even at 36 years previous Martinez was a harmful man as Child Galahad discovered 4 months earlier. Warrington continued to set a frenetic tempo till he settled down however firstly of the sixth the veteran Spaniard regarded spent.
The IBF Featherweight title was the property of the ‘Leeds Warrior’ after 2-12 of spherical seven when Warrington drove Martinez again to the ropes and unloaded forcing referee Marcus McDonnell to intervene. Warrington suffered a damaged jaw for his efforts however that didn’t trouble him as a result of all he needed to do was get residence to his accomplice.
“I wouldn’t thoughts a little bit of bread pudding, a cheeseburger, a pint with all these lot [the fans]. I wouldn’t thoughts going residence, having intercourse with me missus, as a result of it’s been about 4 weeks,” mentioned Warrington.
