Sunderland boxer Josh Kelly has been dealt a blow in his preparations for his fight against unbeaten Argentinian Gabriel Corzo. The Black Cats fan picked up an injury, which has not been disclosed, in training camp this week.
It means the bout that was scheduled to take place on June 24 at the Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle, will now take place on July 15. Kelly is ranked number two in the WBO in the super welterweight division and is hoping a win over Corzo will set up a world title fight next year.
The former British Olympian suffered defeat to David Avanesyan in the only loss on his professional record back in February 2021, but has since bounced back with three wins on the trot after moving up a weight division. The most recent of those against North-East rival Troy Williamson for the British light-middleweight title.
