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Josh Warrington is preparing to face Leigh Wood. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Josh Warrington defiant in face of doubters as he prepares for Leigh Wood

Josh Warrington is preparing to take on Leigh Wood. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Eddie Hearn rubbishes claims of Josh Warrington decline

Mauricio Lara celebrates his win and confronts Josh Warrington in Nottingham. Picture: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing.

Warrington claims Lara spat at him as rivals are separated by security

HARLOW, ENGLAND - JANUARY 30: Boxer Leigh Wood during a media boxing workout at Ben Davison Performance Centre on January 30, 2023 in Harlow, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Why Josh Warrington will be keeping keen eye on Leigh Wood v Mauricio Lara

Dalton Smith will defend his British title in Nottingham in February. (Picture: Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Dalton Smith gets set to defend British super-lightweight title

LEEDS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 04: Josh Warrington reacts after the Featherweight fight between Mauricio Lara and Josh Warringtonat Emerald Headingley Stadium on September 04, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Josh Warrington asks what else he needs to do to earn unified title shot

LEEDS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 04: Mauricio Lara and Josh Warrington exchange punches during the Featherweight fight between Mauricio Lara and Josh Warrington at Emerald Headingley Stadium on September 04, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Mauricio Lara 'wants to retire' Josh Warrington as he calls for trilogy fight

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 05: Conor Benn trains during a Media Workout at The Now Building on October 05, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Christopher Lee/Getty Images)

Josh Warrington calls for Conor Benn to get lifetime ban after failed drugs test

BRUTAL CONTEST: Josh Warrington broke his jaw and damaged his hand against Kiko Martinez last weekend. Picture: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing.

Josh Warrington facing six-week lay-off after suffering broken jaw in title win

WINNING MOMENT: The referee stopped the fight in round seven. Picture: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing.

Josh Warrington eyeing featherweight unification fight in USA after title win

BRUTAL BATTLE: Between Josh Warrington and Kiko Martinez. Picture: Mark Robinson Photography/Matchroom.

Josh Warrington suffers broken jaw in knockout win over Kiko Martinez

HEAD TO HEAD: Kiko Martinez and Josh Warrington go head to head at the weigh-in ahead of tonight’s IBF featherweight world title fight. Picture: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing.

Why opportunity knocks for Josh Warrington

Josh Warrington during a press conference at The Banking Hall in Aspire, Leeds. (Picture: Simon Marper/PA Wire)

Leeds Warrior Josh Warrington still in his prime despite passing 30

READY FOR BATTLE: Josh Warrington, right, with next opponent Kiko Martinez, left, and promotor Eddie Hearn. Picture: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.

Warrington admits he has unfinished business with Lara ahead of world title bid

When shall we two meet again?: Josh Warrington, right, with the only boxer to defeat him, Mauricio Lara. Picture: Zac Goodwin/PA

World title destiny ‘is back in my hands’ – Warrington

Josh Warrington and Mauricio Lara show their frustration after their fight ended in a technical draw in September. Picture: Steve Riding.

Leeds Warrior Josh Warrington itching to get back in the ring - exclusive

Where now?: Josh Warrington cuts a disconsolate figure after his grand homecoming at Headingley ends in an anti-climatic technical draw following an accidental clash of heads. (Picture: Steve Riding)

Josh Warrington in limbo as he decides whether to move on from Mauricio Lara

Josh Warrington cast a forlorn figure after his featherweight rematch with Mauricio Lara was stopped and declared a draw. Picture: Steve Riding.

How Josh Warrington’s drawn rematch has left the Leeds Warrior in limbo

Jack Bateson moved his professional record to 14-0 at Headingley on Saturday. Picture by Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Bateson keeps unbeaten record in tact at Headingley

DRAW: Josh Warrington and Mauricio Lara have their arms raised. Picture: Matthew Pover/Matchroom Boxing

What is a technical draw in boxing? Why Josh Warrington's rematch ended early

Josh Warrington reacts following the decision to halt the fight at Headingley with Mauricio Lara. Picture By Matthew Pover Matchroom Boxing

Warrington reveals despair after Lara draw
Josh Warrington said he felt like he could burst into tears when his rematch with Mauricio Lara was halted on Saturday night.

Josh Warrington's fight with Mauricio Lara ended in a technical draw. Picture By Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Warrington-Lara Headingley rematch ends in technical draw

PREPARING: Josh Warrington. Picture: Matthew Pover/Matchroom Boxing

Josh Warrington fight Leeds: What time fights start, how to watch and who is on ...

Josh Warrington during the weigh-in at the New Dock Hall, Leeds. (Picture: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire)

Josh Warrington’s sole focus on gaining revenge over Mauricio Lara

Boxer Maxi Hughes at the Freedom Project ABC, Hatfield. (Picture: Chris Etchells)

Maxi Hughes: Doncaster’s unlikely challenger for a boxing world title

Josh Warrington makes his point to Mauricio Lara ahead of Saturday's re-match at Emerald Headingley, watched by promoter Eddie Hearn. Picture: Steve Riding.

Re-match with Mauricio Lara could re-open world-title doors for Josh Warrington

Josh Warrington in training at Leeds Beckett University ahead of rematch with Mauricio Lara. Picture: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing.

How Josh Warrington overcame his mental challenges following shock defeat to Mau...

GEARING UP: Josh Warrington trains at Leeds Beckett University ahead of his fight against Mauricio Lara on September 4 at Emerald Headingley. Picture: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing.

Josh Warrington inspired by Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow

Josh Warrington lost for the first time against Mauricio Lara (Picture: Mark Robinson)

Josh Warrington to fight Mauricio Lara at Emerald Headingley Stadium

Josh Warrington at Emerald Headingley where he hopes to fight (Picture: Luke Holroyd)

Josh Warrington’s plea to Leeds Council to let him fight Lara at Headingley

KNOCKOUT: Josh Warrington crashes to the canvas. Picture: Dave Thompson/Matchroom Boxing.

Josh Warrington reveals extent of injuries suffered in defeat to Mauricio Lara

Best of enemies:
Josh Warrington congratulates Mauricio Lara.
Pictures: Dave Thompson/Matchroom Boxing

Bravery not enough as Josh Warrington suffers shock knockout
Promoter Eddie Hearn hailed the “incredible” bravery displayed by Josh Warrington against Mauricio Lara but felt that the 16 months of inactivity told as the ‘Leeds Warrior’ suffered a shock defeat at Wembley Arena on Saturday night.

KNOCKOUT: Josh Warrington suffered a huge shock as he was beaten by Mauricio Lara. Picture: Dave Thompson/Matchroom Boxing

Josh Warrington stunningly knocked out by Mauricio Lara at Wembley Arena

Ready for action: Josh Warrington ahead of his fight against Mauricio Lara.
Picture: Mark Robinson/courtesy of Matchroom Boxing

King of the Ring is legacy Josh Warrington aims to leave

ALL SMILES: Josh Warrington trains ahead of his bout with Mauricio Lara. Picture: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing

Josh Warrington allowing zero room for complacency against Mauricio Lara

Josh Warrington on his way to beating Sofiane Takoucht at Leeds Arena in October 2019. Picture: Steve Riding.

Failure against Lara not an option as Warrington targets unification fight

Challenger: Mauricio Lara. Picture: Getty Images

Why young Mexican Mauricio Lara poses big threat to Josh Warrington

Josh Warrington with the IBF belt. Picture by Steve Riding.

Leeds ace Warrington vows to be king of the Ring after giving up belt

Josh Warrington out-punching Sofiane Takoucht at Leeds Arena in October 2019. Picture: Steve Riding.

Leeds world champion Josh Warrington eyes rivals after February IBF defence