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Wale takes IBO title
30/11/19
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Josh Wale pulled off one of the performances of his career to win the IBO international title.
The Brampton featherweight dethroned formidable Ghanaian champion Felix Williams on Friday night at Ponds Forge in Sheffield.
Wale, 31, claimed a majority verdict after a relentless effort over ten rounds.
He regularly caught the visitor with huge punches after stalking him mercilessly.
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