Carlos Adames Misses Weight, Withdraws from Austin Williams Showdown

Carlos Adames, the WBC middleweight champion, has officially withdrawn from his title defense against Austin “Ammo” Williams due to health issues. The announcement stems from a report by Keith Idec, highlighting Adames’ hospitalization attributed to dehydration just before the weigh-ins.

Adames’ Health Complications

Adames, who holds a professional record of 24 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, with 18 knockouts, faced a serious setback. This marks a troubling period for the Dominican boxer, as he has only fought once in the past 19 months. His last bout, a controversial draw against Hamzah Sheeraz, occurred in February 2023 and was seen by many as a missed opportunity for an upset victory.

Austin Williams’ Situation

In light of Adames’ withdrawal, Austin Williams is actively seeking a last-minute replacement for the fight. Williams, boasting a record of 19 wins and 1 loss with 13 knockouts, has been on a winning streak, earning three victories since his own setback against Sheeraz in 2024, including a notable win over veteran fighter Patrice Volny.

Future Implications for Adames

The natural course of action would be to reschedule Adames and Williams once the champion is fit to compete. However, uncertainties loom regarding the timing. Adames is overdue for a mandatory title defense against Meiirim Nursultanov, which adds complications to any future plans.

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This situation mirrors a recent occurrence in the IBF, where super flyweight champion Willibaldo Garcia withdrew from a matchup against Kenshiro Teraji, leading to new mandatory challengers. While the IBF’s protocols are distinct from those of the WBC, it remains to be seen how the governing body will handle Adames’ situation.

Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor developments in this unfolding story. We will provide updates should Austin “Ammo” Williams find a new opponent for his scheduled bout.