WBO

British

abbreviation

World Boxing Organization

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Last time out, Wardley stopped Joseph Parker to claim the interim WBO title, and is yet to be beaten as a professional, with 20 wins and one draw.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

BBC Sport speaks to WBO heavyweight world champion Fabio Wardley, two-weight world champion Natasha Jonas, boxing analyst Steve Bunce and renowned trainer Joe Gallagher to explore the big questions.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The judges scored the fight 98-91, 97-92 and 98-91 to Dubois, who adds Harper's WBO belt to her WBC title.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Scotney looked full of confidence as she walked to the ring with former WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam Smith carrying one of her belts.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Palace fan Riakporhe boxed at Selhurst Park in June 2024, challenging for the WBO cruiserweight title against Chris Billam-Smith.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

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