Qualifying bout for the IBF light heavyweight title between Jean Pascal (36-6-1, 20 KOs) and Michael Eifert (11-1, 4 KOs), scheduled for February 9, will be rescheduled. The Canadian said that he had contracted a coronavirus infection and would take a break from the gym for several weeks.
A new date will likely be set for March or April. The fight will take place in Canada. The IBF world champion in the 79 kg category is Artur Beterbiev, who will return to the ring in January with a mandatory defense against Anthony Yarde.
Earlier, Pascal and Joshua Buatsy were appointed participants in the International Boxing Federation eliminator. Ultimately, the Briton withdrew from this confrontation due to disagreements over anti-doping tests.
