Liam Paro outpoints Lewis Crocker to claim IBF title in Australia
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:28 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Liam Paro won the IBF welterweight championship by defeating Lewis Crocker on points in Australia. Paro secured a unanimous decision victory, with the judges scoring the bout 115-113 in his favor across the board. Crocker faced Paro in his first title defense after capturing the belt from Paddy Donovan last year. After the fight, both fighters showed mutual respect, with Crocker thanking Paro for a competitive match. Paro's triumph marks a significant achievement in his boxing career.
- •Liam Paro defeated Lewis Crocker by unanimous decision.
- •Judges scored the fight 115-113 in favor of Paro.
- •Crocker was making his first defense of the IBF title.
- •Both fighters expressed mutual respect after the bout.
"Lewis Crocker lost his world title and his unbeaten record as he succumbed to Liam Paro in Australia.
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