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Callum Smith out of David Morrell fight, Ben Whittaker to headline card
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Callum Smith out of David Morrell fight, Ben Whittaker to headline card
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Callum Smith's scheduled April 18 light heavyweight bout with David Morrell has been called off, The Ring has learned.
Smith (31-2, 22 KOs) was supposed to defend his WBO interim light heavyweight title against the Cuban in his hometown of Liverpool at M&S Bank Arena.
Smith hasn't fought since February 2025 and it's not clear if the bout will be rescheduled. The specifics regarding his injury are unknown.
Morrell (12-1, 9 KOs) was set to box outside of the United States for the first time as a pro.
Smith is ranked No. 3 by The Ring at 175 pounds while Morrell sits at No. 6.
Ben Whittaker's light heavyweight clash with Braian Suarez will now headline the event.
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