All boxing, including Shields vs Marshall, will not take place in the UK this weekend following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
A BBBofC statement confirmed the news on Friday. The Queen passed away a day earlier, raising expectations that all sports in the British Isles would be cancelled.
The Queen
“The British Boxing Board of Control has decided that all tournaments this weekend will be postponed as a show of respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“We join as a nation in mourning and pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We honor her dedication to our country during her long reign and the legacy of hers that she leaves behind.”
The first all-female event of its kind was to take place in London. Claressa Shields vs. Savannah Marshall headlined the O2 Arena event for the undisputed title.
BOXXER released its information after consultation with the UK Government for Sport.
As a mark of respect following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the British Boxing Board of Control has decided to postpone Saturday’s event, BOXXER: Legacy – Shields vs. Marshall.
Our sincere thoughts are with His Majesty King Charles III and the Royal Family during this deeply sad time.
We are working with all parties to reschedule for Saturday 15th October at The O2 in London.
Shields vs Marshall postponed
BOXXER CEO and Founder Ben Shalom said: “This is an unprecedented moment in our history. Our sincere thoughts are primarily with the Royal Family and the nation at this time.
“Out of respect, the British Boxing Board of Control has decided to postpone Saturday’s show.
“All parties are working on a tentative date for Saturday 15th October at The O2. We look forward to hosting this unique and iconic night of celebration for women’s sport at a more appropriate time.”
Adam Smith, Head of Boxing Development at Sky Sports, said: “All of our thoughts at Sky Sports Boxing are with the Royal Family at the moment.
“As much as we all hoped to witness this historic sporting spectacle this weekend, it is absolutely correct to respectfully reschedule the spectacle for October 15.”
Further updates on the new date will be made as soon as possible via Boxxer.com and on BOXXER’s social channels.
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