Wild Allegations Surround Floyd Schofield's Late Withdrawal from Title Fight

Spying and Food Poisoning Claims

Floyd Schofield's sudden withdrawal from his world title fight with Shakur Stevenson has sparked wild allegations of spying and food poisoning. The two former lightweight sparring partners were set to clash on Saturday night in Saudi Arabia.

Spy Allegations and Mysterious Illness

At Tuesday evening's Grand Arrivals in Riyadh, cracks emerged in the lead-up to the fight, with Schofield and his camp accusing Stevenson of hiring a spy to infiltrate their training camp. Schofield claimed his passport was tampered with and his car tires were stabbed. However, he later backtracked, stating they were having fun with the accusations.

Shocking Withdrawal and Poisoning Claims

The situation took a dramatic turn when Schofield was a no-show at the Grand Arrivals, leading to questions about Stevenson's title defense. Schofield Sr. then sensationally claimed his son had been spiked, sharing a text message indicating foul play. Stevenson denied the allegations and the British Boxing Board of Control pulled him out of the bout.

Response and New Opponent

Stevenson, denying any involvement in poisoning or spying, will now face a late substitute, Josh Padley. Schofield was hospitalized with illness, leading to the cancellation of his bout. Promoters Golden Boy released a statement expressing concern for Schofield's health and safety.

What's Next for Stevenson?

With the controversy surrounding the canceled fight, all eyes are now on Stevenson as he gears up to face Padley in the ring. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.