Joshua vs. Pulev is OFF for Oct.28!

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By Jeff Aranow: Anthony Joshua’s title defense against his IBF mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev (25-1, 13 KOs) is now officially off or October 28 for the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. Pulev, 36, suffered a right shoulder injury, according to ESPN. They were unable to salvage the fight unfortunately.

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Kubrat Pulev reportedly injured, Joshua fight in doubt

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By Jeff Aranow: Former heavyweight world title challenger Kubrat Pulev (25-1, 13 KOs) is reportedly injured, and his October 28th fight with IBF/WBA heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua (19-0, 19 KOs) is in doubt. Pulev may pull out of his fight against Joshua at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.

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Purses: Joshua $20M, Pulev $5M

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By Allan Fox: Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua (19-0, 19 KOs) will be getting a career high purse of $20 million for his title defense against Kubrat Pulev (25-1, 13 KOs) on October 28, according to the express.co.uk. 36-year-old Pulev’s purse will be $5 million, which is quite good for a challenger.

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Breazeale wants to face Whyte on Oct.28

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By Scott Gilfoid: Dominic Breazeale (18-1, 16 KOs) says open to fighting British heavyweight Dillian Whyte (21-1, 16 KOs) on October 28 on the undercard of the Anthony Joshua vs. Kubrat Pulev card in Cardiff, Wales. Breazeale is more than a handful for a good but flawed heavyweight like Whyte. I consider Whyte vs. Breazeale as a 50-50 fight, especially given the small amount of preparation time for both guys to train.

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