“We are always open to him fighting in front of a big crowd in his hometown of Portman Road,” Ipswich Town CEO Mark Ashton said after giving heavyweight Fabio Wardley the green light to fight at the stadium. did
Wednesday 10 April 2024, UK, 17:48
Fabio Wardley could head to Ipswich Town for a local fight after the club announced they want to stage a heavyweight title fight in front of a “huge crowd”.
Wardley retained his British and Commonwealth titles after winning a thrilling draw with Fraser Clarke at the O2 on March 31st.
The Suffolk-based champions are keen Ipswich supporters, regularly attending home and away matches, and club CEO Mark Ashton has raised the possibility of Wardley playing at Portman Road. You are welcome.
“We are very proud of what Fabio has achieved over the last few years,” Ashton said. sky sports.
“We were always open to him fighting in front of a big crowd at Portman Road in his hometown.
“Of course, as with anything, the time has to be right for both the club and Fabio, but when the time is right, Portman Road will be waiting.
“I hope that happens again this year.”
Wardley is currently considering the next move in his career and remains open to an immediate rematch with Clark.
“That's a likely option,” Wardley said. sky sports news. “It’s not the only option, but it’s a likely option.
“I'm still a champion and I still have the belt. I'm still highly ranked within the world title governing body.
Wardley reveals whether he would be open to an immediate rematch with Fraser Clarke
“Or if the fans want [Clarke rematch]they want to see it again, and when it's big enough, we can bring it back.
“Whoever I fight there, it will be a dream come true for me to fight in front of over 30,000 people at Portman Road.”
Ipswich are battling Leicester City and Leeds United for automatic promotion and could have secured Premier League status by the time Wardley takes to the football stadium.
“The battle for the top three is really crazy,” Wardley said. “There's a one or two point difference between everyone.
“It’s a wild race to watch and obviously I’m very close to the club so it’s great to be there and see the players succeed and do great things.”
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