Joseph Parker

[Kiwi]

Ahhh... Just found out some IBF news from Leoh at ESB-

"I just checked the IBF rules, the 6 month rule only applies to divisions other than heavyweight.

http://www.ibfusbaregistration.com/i...an_27_2014.pdf

Quote:
6.C. Heavyweight Division
1. Mandatory Defense Obligation
The winner of the vacant title must make his mandatory defense
against the leading available contender as designated by the Championships Chairman in accordance with the current rankings within one (1) year of the acquisition of the title in a sanctioned contest scheduled for twelve (12) rounds against the leading available contender designated by the Championships Chairman.
Quote:
6.D. All Other Weight Divisions
1. Mandatory Defense Obligation
The winner of the vacant title must make his mandatory defense against the leading available contender as designated by the Championships Chairman within six (6) months after its acquisition by him in a contest scheduled for twelve (12) rounds against a leading available contender as designated by the Championships Chairm"