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Richardson Hitchins vacates IBF super lightweight title, moving up to 147
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Richardson Hitchins vacates IBF super lightweight title, moving up to 147

April 21, 2026|about 2 hours ago| 1 min read|Source: Bad Left Hook| 0 comments

American talent Richardson Hitchins has officially vacated his IBF super lightweight title, confirming his move up to the welterweight division. This decision comes as Hitchins inks a deal with Zuffa Boxing, with the IBF confirming the news to ESPN. British boxing fans will now keenly watch his progress at 147lbs.

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Richardson Hitchins has officially informed the IBF that he’ll be vacating his 140 lb world title, opting to move up in weight to 147 now that he’s officially inked a deal with Zuffa Boxing. The IBF confirmed the news today to ESPN, saying they received word from Hitchins’ camp. “On the evening of April 20, […]

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