The World Boxing Organisation light-welterweight contest between Timothy Bradley and Nate Campbell just over three weeks ago – originally awarded to Campbell – has been overturned and declared a ‘no contest’ by the California State Athletic Commission.
Campbell, the veteran fighter promoted by Don King, had been seen as a potential future opponent for British light-welterweight world champion Amir Khan.
The fight was stopped due to an accidental head butt in the third round.
The CSAC determined this week that the accidental clash of heads in the third period, leaving a large cut over Campbell's left eye, should have been ruled no contest after the fight was stopped on advice of the ringside physician.
Bradley, who was defending his WBO junior welterweight title, was initially awarded the victory on the night at Agua Caliente Resort, Casino & Spa in Rancho Mirage, California.
"I only asked for justice for my fighter Nate Campbell, and that is what I received from the California State Athletic Commission today," promoter King said.
"I applaud the members of the commission for righting this wrong, and I have a phone call in to California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to congratulate him on this important decision.
"This is a victory for the boxers, the sport and the great state of California upholding the rules of justice and fair play.”
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