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HAVING halted Northern Irish opposition in his two most recent outings unbeaten Bowers Gifford middleweight Danny Dignum turned his attention east and to Russian Andrey Sirotkin.

The Essex puncher, who ultimately retained his title thanks to a split decision draw in the all-southpaw affair, began well, making the early running behind the jab against a challenger who, while pressing and full of intent, fell short with as many if not more punches than he was actually landing.

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