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Vijender returns to ring next month; opponent, venue awaited

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Feb 23, 2021 17:02

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NEW DELHI: The promoters of India's Olympic medalist Vijender Singh have announced that the undefeated star professional boxer will enter the ring again next month after a more than year-long gap due to COVID-19.

announces the ace pugilist's upcoming fight in India.

While IOS Boxing Promotions is yet to finalise on the opponent, date and venue, Vijender will certainly be in action this March with an aim to extend his unbeaten streak 12-0 (8 Knockout wins) in professional boxing, ANI reports. A group of young boxers will also go head-to-head as undercards for the fight.

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