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Crocker to defend against Paro in Brisbane in June
Key takeaways
- Getty Image caption, Lewis Crocker won the title at Belfast's Windsor Park in September 2025
- Belfast's Lewis Crocker will defend his IBF world welterweight title against Australian Liam Paro in Brisbane on 24 June.
- The contest will take place at the Pat Rafter Arena, with the date and venue having been confirmed on Wednesday.
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Getty Image caption, Lewis Crocker won the title at Belfast's Windsor Park in September 2025
Belfast's Lewis Crocker will defend his IBF world welterweight title against Australian Liam Paro in Brisbane on 24 June.
The contest will take place at the Pat Rafter Arena, with the date and venue having been confirmed on Wednesday.
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