Dillian Whyte Withdraws from Joe Joyce Fight Due to Injury

Dillian Whyte has officially withdrawn from his scheduled bout against Joe Joyce on April 5 due to a hand injury sustained during training. This announcement comes just weeks before the fight, which was set to be held at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester as part of a Queensberry Promotions event, also featuring Lawrence Okolie versus Richard Riakporhe. Joyce will remain as the headliner, with efforts underway to find a replacement opponent, with Jermaine Franklin Jr. among the possibilities. Whyte's absence is a setback for his hopes to regain prominence in the heavyweight division, especially as he had not fought in the UK since 2022. Joyce, on the other hand, is looking to rebound from a difficult stretch, having lost three of his last four bouts. The fight card remains intact, ensuring fans will still have a compelling night of boxing despite Whyte's withdrawal.