Noakes vs Mason: Lightweight Title Fight Confirmed
- sam Noakes and Abdullah mason are set to negotiate for the World Boxing Association lightweight title after it was vacated by Keyshawn Davis, the WBO announced Thursday.
- Top Rank Promotions promotes Mason, while Queensberry Promotions promotes Noakes.
- De Los Santos declined to fight Davis after Davis weighed in at 139.3 pounds, exceeding the 135-pound limit.
Sam Noakes and Abdullah Mason are locked in to negotiate a bout for the vacant WBO lightweight title, a showdown made possible by Keyshawn Davis‘s weight miss. This highly anticipated boxing title fight between these undefeated contenders will give the victor the lightweight title. The WBO has ordered the fight, setting the stage for a thrilling battle between the No. 1 ranked Noakes and No. 2 ranked Mason. Both fighters boast extraordinary records and are hungry for championship glory. Negotiations must conclude within 20 days. Find the latest news at News Directory 3, and get ready as these two warriors prepare to face off for boxing’s most coveted prize. Discover what’s next for the sport!
WBO Orders Noakes vs. Mason for Lightweight Title Bout
Updated June 12, 2025
sam Noakes and Abdullah mason are set to negotiate for the World Boxing Association lightweight title after it was vacated by Keyshawn Davis, the WBO announced Thursday. Davis was stripped of the lightweight title after failing to make weight for his scheduled defense against Edwin De Los Santos.
Mason, 21, currently ranked No. 2 by the WBO, recently defeated Jeremia Nakathila. His record stands at 19-0 with 17 knockouts. Noakes, 27, holds the WBO’s No. 1 ranking in the lightweight division. He is also undefeated at 17-0, with 15 KOs. His most recent victory came in May against Patrik balaz.
Top Rank Promotions promotes Mason, while Queensberry Promotions promotes Noakes. Both parties have 20 days to reach an agreement for the lightweight title fight. This boxing title fight will determine the new WBO lightweight champion.
De Los Santos declined to fight Davis after Davis weighed in at 139.3 pounds, exceeding the 135-pound limit. As the WBO’s 14th-ranked contender, De Los Santos is not eligible for the title.