Fabio Wardley Wins WBA Interim Heavyweight Title with 10th-Round Knockout of Justis Huni at Ipswich

Fabio Wardley secured a dramatic 10th-round knockout victory over Justis Huni at Portman Road in Ipswich, capturing the WBA interim heavyweight title and moving closer to a world title shot. Despite Huni dominating the early rounds and appearing in control, Wardley landed a powerful right hand that sent Huni to the canvas, thrilling the home crowd of over 20,000. Wardley, ranked number one by the WBA, emphasized his grit and determination, acknowledging he may not have the same skills as some champions but knows how to win fights. Huni, who took the fight on short notice replacing Jarrell Miller, suffered his first professional defeat but praised Wardley as a real champion. Legendary trainer Teddy Atlas had favored Huni before the fight, highlighting the unpredictability and competitiveness of the bout. Analysts noted Wardley's toughness and experience as key factors, suggesting Huni's talent may be offset by a lack of aggressive drive compared to Wardley's resilience and power.