Former heavyweight title challenger Gerald Washington 19-3-1 (12 Ko’s) meets the highly experienced Robert Helenius 28-2 (17 Ko’s) on Saturday 13th July, tentatively scheduled for The Minneapolis Armoury Arena in Minnesota..
The Finish based Swede appeared destined for the Championship once upon a time, but never did secure a shot at any of the recognised belts.. Since his 2011 rise through the division with wins over Siarhei Liakhovich, Sam Peter and Derek Chisora, Helenius never capitalised on his privileged position, took time away from the ring and since a reluctant 2017 loss to Dillian Whyte, has put together only 3 victories, the latter being an impressive 2018 knockout of Erkan Teper..
Gerald however has lost 3 out of his last 4 outings, albeit at the highest level (Deontay Wilder, Jarrell Miller and Adam Kownacki), only managing to score a victory over one John Wesley Nofire 12 months ago, with the Kownacki loss being his most recent outing..
It appears that those concerned are banking on Helenius travelling with little ambition, as he did with Whyte, although Washington’s desire is equally questionable.. A decent match involving two heavyweights who in all honesty have no place in the current championship climate..
The Card is promoted by PBC and will be broadcast on FS1 and FOX Deportes in the US..
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