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Charlie Edwards Makes Emotional Comeback with Victory over Georges Ory
Former WBC flyweight champion, Charlie Edwards, made a triumphant return to the ring in an emotional bout against Georges Ory at London‘s iconic York Hall.
After enduring a lengthy period of inactivity and personal challenges, Edwards showcased his skills in a dominant performance over Ory, a former European champion.
The judges at York Hall unanimously scored the fight 98-92 in favor of Edwards, validating his impressive comeback.
In a post-fight interview filled with raw emotion, Edwards expressed gratitude to his support system and the challenges he overcame to reach this moment of victory.
Edwards credited his transformation and success to his new trainer, Stephen Smith, and the backing of Wasserman Boxing and promoters Kalle and Nisse Sauerland.
Having faced setbacks and doubted his future in the sport, Edwards dedicated his win to his family, particularly his wife Christine and daughter Sofia, who inspired him to persevere.
Throughout the match, Edwards displayed his technical prowess and strategic boxing, solidifying his readiness to return to world-level competition.
Moving forward, Edwards expressed his determination to pursue titles and called out fellow champions like Thomas Essomba and Paul Butler, setting the stage for future high-stakes fights.
With his brother and former champion, Sunny Edwards, in his corner, Charlie Edwards proved that his boxing journey is far from over, as he aims to reclaim his status among the elite fighters in the bantamweight division.