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DIY SOS to World Title Shot
Josh Padley, the super-sub from Doncaster, has traded his tools for boxing gloves once again as he gears up for a world title shot in Riyadh.
From Renovations to the Ring
Living with his nan and renovating his new home, Padley received a life-changing phone call that led him to Riyadh for a fight against Shakur Stevenson with just three days notice.
A Fighter's Journey
Despite initial plans to work and tend to his home renovations, Padley quickly shifted gears, made weight, and boarded a flight to Riyadh, leaving his boss and a building site behind.
The Underdog Story
With odds stacked against him at 16-1, Padley embraces the underdog role, aiming for his very own Buster Douglas moment against Stevenson, a three-weight world champion.
A Hero's Dedication
Padley, a working-class hero, has dedicated 15 years to boxing while juggling a full-time job, setting his sights on a victory that could make waves in the boxing world.
Return to Reality
As Padley prepares for the fight of his life, his return to work remains uncertain, with the possibility of a triumphant comeback keeping his future plans on hold.
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