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Will Freeman

Floyd Mayweather vs Deji undercard fight scrapped after Tommy Fury opponent switch

Tonight's Global Titans boxing show has taken a another blow as it has been revealed that Harley Benn vs Faizan Azwar will not be taking place on the event's undercard. The fight had been due to take place before an alleged altercation at the hotel which was revealed in a statement by event organisers.

There have been chaotic scenes surrounding the event in Dubai which takes place tonight at the Coca Cola Arena in the middle east. This began with the news yesterday of Paul Bamba's withdrawal from the event, with Tommy Fury having weighed in at 181.4lbs - over 7lbs more than his opponent.

Fury took to Instagram to explain the situation surrounding his fight, telling his fans on Sunday: "I just want to clear a few things up, one contract was given to Paul Bamba and one contract was given to myself. The weight in my contract I made yesterday, so as far as I'm concerned I've done my job, I made weight. Paul Bamba does not want to fight, he never did. I'm here in Dubai, I've got a new opponent and I'm ready to go, so I'll see you all tonight."

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