James DeGale vs. Lucian Bute
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James DeGale 168 lbs beat Lucian Bute 167 lbs by UD in round 12 of 12
- Date: 2015-11-28
- Location: Centre Videotron, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
- Referee: Marlon Wright
- Judge: Phil Edwards 117-111
- Judge: Nelson Vazquez 116-112
- Judge: Benoit Roussel 117-111
- Supervisor: Lindsey Tucker
- Promoter: Yvon Michel
- Aired On: Showtime, Sky Sports (UK) (Main Event)
- IBF World super middleweight title (1st defence by DeGale)
Notes
- The bout got off to a blistering start and the pace barely relented as both fighters enjoyed success with quick combinations.
- DeGale cut above his left eye from an accidental clash of heads.
Post-Fight Quotes
- “I said Lucian Bute is a world-class fighter. But I’m young, fresh and peaking now. I’m ready for the best in the world. All credit to Lucian Bute. He’s a great champion and, believe me, he will be back.” - James DeGale
- “It was a great fight and I did my best tonight, I think it was a close fight. He’s the Olympic champion and world champion and if the judges give him the decision I respect that." - Lucian Bute