Boxing Promoter Eddie Hearn Cancels Fight Between Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker Due to Betting Irregularities


Boxing Promoter Eddie Hearn Cancels Fight Between Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker Due to Betting Irregularities
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Unexpected Cancellation

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn made the last-minute decision to pull the super-featherweight rematch between British boxers Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker on the undercard of Tyler Denny vs. Felix Cash in Birmingham.

Betting Irregularities Unveiled

Hours before the fight was scheduled to start, Matchroom Boxing announced the cancellation, citing "unforeseen circumstances" related to betting irregularities.

Investigation and Denials

Eddie Hearn revealed that he conducted an investigation alongside the gambling commission, leading to the decision to cancel the fight. Both Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker have denied any involvement in the alleged betting activity, expressing their willingness to cooperate with investigations.