Leigh Wood, the WBA featherweight champion, expressed a loss of respect for Josh Warrington after their last bout, where Wood secured victory with a seventh-round knockout. Despite a respectful build-up initially, Wood now hints at animosity, stating a desire for a more decisive win in a potential rematch.
Wood, having moved up to super-featherweight after defeating Warrington, is contemplating facing either Joe Cordina or Mexico’s WBO champion Emanuel Navarrete. While Wood leans towards Navarrete, the growing demand from fans for a Warrington rematch makes it a probable choice.
Warrington, pushing for a second clash, disputes the stoppage in their previous fight and has been vocal on social media, trying to goad Wood into a rematch. Wood, a Nottingham Forest fan, ensured in his Matchroom contract that his next fight would be held at the City Ground, emphasizing the importance of filling the venue and creating a vibrant atmosphere.
