Ben Whittaker Survives Conor Wallace’s Final Round Assault

Ben Whittaker defeated Conor Wallace by unanimous decision (117-111, 116-112, 115-113) at Utilita Arena in Birmingham on March 10, 2026, retaining his WBC Silver light heavyweight title and earning the IBF mandatory position. Whittaker, now 13-0-1, controlled the majority of the bout but was nearly overwhelmed by Wallace's desperate assault in the 12th round. Wallace, who falls to 17-2, produced the fight's most dangerous moments late but could not secure enough rounds to take the decision.