featherweight
Example Sentences
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Former featherweight champion Kid Galahad: "AJ knocks him out inside five round. He'll look sharp and devastating. I expect more focused work to the body under the stewardship of Derrick James."
From BBC
It's a nice ratio for a featherweight, but not necessarily for a heavyweight.
From BBC
The 23-year-old is a promising featherweight prospect currently fighting out of Bristol.
From BBC
A victory also could put Jones, 35, back in the conversation for top pound-for-pound fighter, a spot currently held by featherweight Alexander Volkanovski.
From Seattle Times
Rodriguez's win will likely set up an undisputed title fight with Volkanovski, who has said he wants to stay active in both the lightweight and featherweight divisions.
From BBC
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