Overview
- Liam Paro defeated Lewis Crocker by unanimous decision in Brisbane on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, to claim the IBF world welterweight title.
- Paro built an early points lead with movement and high punch volume while Crocker pressed late and landed heavy, damaging shots throughout the closing rounds.
- Paro suffered a deep cut over his left eyebrow in the 12th round that bled heavily and was widely described by broadcasters as a severe gash.
- Published judges' totals vary between outlets, with most reports listing identical 115-113 cards for Paro but at least one report giving scores of 115-113, 115-113 and 116-112, creating a discrepancy in the public record.
- The win makes Paro a two-division world champion — only the second Australian-born man to do so after Jeff Fenech — and has already sparked talk of rematches, mandatory defences and high-profile fights being staged in Australia.