Liam Smith Withdraws from Joshua-Dubois Undercard

Liam Smith has withdrawn from his scheduled fight against Josh Kelly on the undercard of the Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois heavyweight title match due to a viral infection. Smith, who was set to return to the ring after a defeat to Chris Eubank Jr. last September, expressed his disappointment and concerns about his health, stating that the virus has left him in significant pain. Ishmael Davis has been confirmed as Smith's replacement to face Kelly at Wembley Stadium on September 21, which is expected to host a record crowd for a UK boxing event. The main event will feature Daniel Dubois defending his IBF heavyweight title against former champion Anthony Joshua. The Riyadh Season card will also include other title fights, enhancing its appeal to boxing fans. This incident marks another setback for Smith, who has faced multiple health issues in recent bouts.