Cordina's US visa issues cancel Mason title fight in Cleveland

Joe Cordina's WBO lightweight title bout against Abdullah Mason, scheduled for July 4 in Cleveland, has been canceled due to visa denial. Cordina stated that the United States embassy in London rejected his visa application, preventing him from entering the country. He expressed disappointment over losing the opportunity to compete for a world title, which he had targeted as a significant achievement in his career. Cordina clarified he has no injuries and felt prepared for the fight. The canceled fight would have been Mason's first title defense after winning the belt in November 2025.

• 1:49 PMYahoo Sports — Cordina says US visa block means Mason fight is off