Agyarko reveals heartbreak over cancelled Adams bout
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Caoimhin Agyarko has opened up about the uncertainty he faced after a planned fight with Hamzah Sheeraz fell through, leaving his world title ambitions in limbo before his bout with Josh Kelly was arranged.
“I was heartbroken at the time [when the Adams fight was cancelled] and didn't know what was going to happen after, whether I was going to have to fight in another eliminator or get the title fight, or even be left on the sidelines again”
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— Caoimhin Agyarko, via BBC Sport
What Caoimhin Agyarko said
Agyarko is now set to face Josh Kelly in a world title fight. The Belfast middleweight had been in line for a previous contest that collapsed, forcing him to wait for clarity on his next move. The Kelly fight represents his opportunity to compete for a world belt after months of frustration.
What it moves
Agyarko's comments highlight the precarious position fighters face when eliminators or title shots fall apart. With the Kelly fight now confirmed, he has a clear path forward. Kelly will need to respond to the challenger's determination after such a lengthy spell of uncertainty.
Source: bbc.co.uk. Full Caoimhin Agyarko fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.
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