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Heavyweight TKV stuns Clarke to win British title

Heavyweight TKV stuns Clarke to win British title

Summary

Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva won the British heavyweight boxing title by beating Frazer Clarke in a close match. The fight, which ended in a split-decision victory for TKV, marked the return of live professional boxing to BBC television after 20 years. TKV delivered a strong performance, notably landing a decisive left hook in the 11th round.

Key Facts

  • Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva won against Frazer Clarke to claim the British heavyweight title.
  • The fight was decided by a split decision, with judges scoring it 115-113 and 115-112 in favor of TKV.
  • This event marked the return of live professional boxing to BBC television for the first time in two decades.
  • TKV's performance included a significant left hook in the 11th round that affected Clarke's defense.
  • TKV received a warning and a point deduction for low blows during the match.
  • Frazer Clarke suffered the second defeat of his professional boxing career.
  • Around 3,500 fans attended the fight at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.
  • TKV's victory aligns him with past heavyweight titleholders like Lennox Lewis and Anthony Joshua.
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