Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington was a professional boxing championship bout. This fight featured a clash in the featherweight division between two of England’s best featherweight boxers, Josh Warrington and the current WBA Featherweight Champion Leigh Wood. This fight took place on 7th October 2023 at the Utilita Arena Sheffield in Sheffield, England, and was streamed on DAZN pay-per-view. Wood was declared the winner in the 7th round via a TKO.
As for their professional boxing records, Leigh Wood holds an impressive record of 28 wins and 3 losses (28-3-0), while Josh Warrington has amassed a record of 31 victories with 3 losses and 1 draw (31-3-1).
Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington Tale of the Tape
Leigh Wood squared off against Josh ‘The Leeds Warrior’ Warrington for the first time on October 7, 2023. This clash took place in the featherweight division. Wood defeated Warrington and successfully defended his title via a TKO in the 7th round of the bout.
On May 30, 2023, the WBA (World Boxing Association) told Wood that he needed to defend his championship against the top-ranked featherweight contender, Otabek Kholmatov. But things changed quickly. Only two months later, the WBA agreed to Wood's request for a fight against the former IBF featherweight champion, Josh Warrington. They made an agreement that whoever won between Wood and Warrington would have to face Kholmatov within 120 days after their match.
Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington Stats
| Stats | Leigh Wood | Josh Warrington |
| Record | 28-3-0 (17 KOs) | 31-3-1 (8 KOs) |
| Championship | WBA World Feather | - |
| Age | 35 | 32 |
| Height | 5'7" (170cm) | 5'7" (170cm) |
| Division(s) | Featherweight | Featherweight |
| Reach | 67" (170cm) | 67" (170cm) |
| KO Percentage | 59.26% | 25.81% |
| Rounds | 163 | 261 |
| Win Streak (Active) | 2 | 0 |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Professional Debut | 2011 | 2009 |
Leigh Wood Losses
Throughout his professional boxing career, Leigh Wood has only suffered 3 losses in the ring. The fighters who were able to overcome Wood were Gavin McDonell, Jazza Dickens, and Mauricio Lara.
Leigh Wood vs. Gavin McDonell
On February 22, 2014, Wood faced Gavin McDonnell in a British super bantamweight title bout. Unfortunately, Wood lost via TKO in the 6th round because he was stunned and couldn't protect himself. Despite putting on a strong performance and dominating the first 5 rounds, Wood had to struggle to make the weight limit for the fight, which left him fatigued after a few rounds.
Leigh Wood vs. Jazza Dickens
Leigh Wood faced Jazza Dickens for his first title defense as the WBO European featherweight champion in the semifinals of The Golden Contract featherweight tournament. This matchup took place on February 21, 2020. In a closely contested fight, Wood suffered a narrow majority decision loss. Two judges scored the clash 95-94 and 96-94 in favor of Dickens, while the third judge declared it a 95-95 draw.
Leigh Wood vs. Mauricio Lara 1
Wood faced Mauricio Lara for the first time on February 18, 2023. This was Wood’s second title defense as the WBA Featherweight Champion. Despite a shaky start and a cut over his eye from a headbutt, Wood rallied in the third round with sharp right hands, creating a successful strategy. He continued to control the fight, landing crisp counters as Lara attempted to regain momentum. However, Lara turned the tables late in the seventh round with a devastating left hook that dropped Wood. Although Wood beat the count, his corner threw in the towel, ending the fight as he protested the decision.
Last Updated On October 8, 2023
FAQs
Leigh Wood has only lost 3 fights in his professional boxing career (27-3-0).
Josh Warrington is from the England.
Wood vs. Warrington took place on October 7, 2023.
Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington took place at the Utilita Arena Sheffield in Sheffield, England.
Leigh Wood avenged his loss against Mauricio Lara and defeated him in the rematch via a unanimous decision.
