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Adam Miller

Coronavirus outbreak sees Josh Taylor fight postponed

Edinburgh fighter Josh Taylor's fight against Apinun Khongsong has been postponed.

The boxer from East Lothian was due to defend his WBA and IBF world titles against Khongsong on May 2 at Glasgow's Hydro, but the fight is off due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

No new date has been set as yet, and refunds are available for fans who had purchased tickets.

29-year-old Taylor, who has a record of 16 wins and zero losses in his career, unified the IBF and WBA titles as well as lifting the World Boxing Super Series' Muhammad Ali trophy with victory over Regis Prograis in London in October 2019.

A statement from Queensbury Promotions said: "Following the guidelines and advisory measures announced by both the Government and The British Boxing Board of Control, Queensberry Promotions feel it would be inappropriate to proceed with any forthcoming Boxing promotions in front of live audiences during April and May.

"Refunds are available from the point of purchase.

"We are currently working with the SSE Hydro, Top Rank and MTK Global to identify a suitable alternative date to reschedule the event for the Scottish fans."

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