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• Daniel Dubois Comeback Opponent Finally Set With Deal Being ‘Finalised’ For July

looks set to secure the opponent he wanted. The Brit, now IBF Heavyweight World Champion, is coming off a career-best performance against Anthony Joshua, knocking his countryman out in five rounds at the national stadium. Dubois looked to build on that momentum with a voluntary defence against Joseph Parker in February, however he took ill […]...2025
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• Oleksandr Usyk Predicts Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua Fight If Fury Ends Retirement

has shared 24 rounds with both and . Usyk first met Joshua in September 2021 when he dethroned the Brit to win the WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight titles, before then repeating that feat when they met in their rematch nearly a year later. The Ukrainian then took on Fury in May 2024, overcoming ‘The […]...2025
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• Dubois ‘Will KILL’ Chisora, Says Whyte: Journeyman’s Title Pursuit Deemed ‘Disaster’ by Fans
Dillian Whyte says IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois will NOT fight Derek Chisora next because he has → read article Dubois ‘Will KILL’ Chisora, Says Whyte: Journeyman’s Title Pursuit Deemed ‘Disaster’ by Fans @ Boxing News 24...2025
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• “I Want a Rematch”: Filip Hrgovic Calls Out Daniel Dubois Post-Victory Over Joe Joyce
Filip Hrgovic (18-1, 14 KOs) says his goal is to get a rematch with IBF heavyweight champion → read article “I Want a Rematch”: Filip Hrgovic Calls Out Daniel Dubois Post-Victory Over Joe Joyce @ Boxing News 24...2025
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• ‘I just want to deck someone’: Daniel Dubois plans summer return

Daniel Dubois says he will return in the summer | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Daniel Dubois says he will return in the summer. Daniel Dubois says he’ll return to action in the summer, as the IBF heavyweight titleholder spoke today in Manchester during Queensberry Promotion’s DAZN broadcast. “I can’t wait to get back in there. They keep saying I ducked Parker but now I just want to...2025
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• Daniel Dubois Makes Huge U-Turn On Undisputed Heavyweight Fight Against Oleksandr Usyk

has had a change of heart when it comes to fighting . Dubois and Usyk first met back in August 2023 when the Brit was challenging for the WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight titles. It was a controversial fight, due to ‘DDD’ dropping the Ukrainian early in the bout with what he thought was a […]...2025
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will meet again at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, on February 22 as the main event on a loaded card for Riyadh Season. The entire event will be available through a plethora of PPV outlets throughout the world. As we enter fight week for this historic card, we bring you the latest odds and the best best prop bets for this fascinating main ...2025
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• Derek Chisora Triumphs at ‘Last Dance’ Against Otto Wallin

Derek Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) got himself a potential world title shot by defeating Otto Wallin (27-3, 15 KOs, 1 NC) via unanimous decision. Scores were 117-109, 114-112 and 116-110. With the win, Chisora is now in line to challenge for the IBF heavyweight world title. The IBF had sanctioned this contest as an official eliminator. Currently, the title is held by Daniel Dubois. The bout headlined a...2025
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• Robeisy Ramirez was right

Photo by Kelly Gavin/Getty Images Robeisy Ramirez was absolutely correct to accept defeat against Rafael Espinoza On November 28th, 2020, undefeated heavyweight sensation Daniel Dubois ate his 98th jab of the night from Joe Joyce directly to his damaged left eye. Whether due to raw pain, an understanding that he risked permanent injury if he continued, or just a realization that he was no ...2024
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• Smith falls ill, withdraws from Kelly fight

Photo by James Fearn/Getty Images Liam Smith has been out of action since falling to Chrus Eubank Jr last September Liam Smith’s body has once again failed him, though thankfully he’s actually withdrawing this time. BoxingScene reports that the 36-year-old is out of next week’s domestic clash with Josh Kelly after coming down with a virus. Smith (33-4-1, 20 KO) hasn’t fought since his drub...2024
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• Tyson Fury And Oleksandr Usyk Meet Face To Face At Press Conference Announcing Undisputed Heavyweight Title Fight
By: Sean Crose And so it looks like the fight is actually going to happen after all. Provided things aren't interrupted by an injury or some form of weirdness, WBC and lineal heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will be taking on WBO, WBA, and IBF heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk in a fight for all the heavyweight marbles February 17th in Saudi Arabia. During an official press announcement in Lond...2023
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• What Was George Foreman’s Record?
At Big Fight Weekend, we are looking forward to the release of the much anticipated George Foreman biopic, set to be released in theatres on April 28. In preparation for its opening, we decided to examine the fight record of the Texas-born heavyweight, including some memorable highlights. Big Fight Weekend Examines George Foreman’s Record https://twitter.com/trboxing/status/1646530876409360384 Geo...2023
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• Dave Allen Makes Emphatic KO Prediction For Parker vs Bakole: “He’s The Best I’ve Ever Sparred”

has predicted an explosive conclusion to the heavyweight showdown between and . In a dramatic few days which saw IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois fall ill and pull out of his title defence against Parker, there were concerns that the in-form New Zealander would be without an opponent. Step forward Martin Bakole, who was drafted […]...2025
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• ‘He did a sensible thing’: Parker doesn’t blame Dubois for pulling out of fight

Joseph Parker didn’t hesitate to accept a dangerous opponent in Martin Bakole on short notice. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Joseph Parker says Daniel Dubois did the right thing by withdrawing from their fight this weekend. This weekend’s card in Riyadh has had a lot of shake ups to the card during this fight week, and while some aren’t exactly buying into certain claims of illn...2025
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• Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker Odds and Best Prop Bets

On February 22, Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) will defend his IBF world title against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Dubois vs Parker will be a part of the latest loaded Riyadh Season card available to watch through various PPV platforms. As we enter fight week for this historic card, we bring you the latest odds and the best prop bets for this fascinating ...2025
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets
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• Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Prop Bets to Watch

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will take place in Riyadh on February 22 for the undisputed light heavyweight championship. You will be able to catch the action through a plethora of PPV outlets throughout the world. For those interested in adding an extra thrill to fight night, explore casino online to enhance fight night. Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Best Prop Bets to Watch Top Prop Bets...2025
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• Jake Paul turns down shot at Daniel Dubois’ IBF heavyweight world title

Jake Paul has been the beneficiary of some lucrative proposals in the days that have followed his victory against Mike Tyson, although the most eye-catching offer of all came from reigning IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois, who is yet to find an opponent for his upcoming fight in Riyadh. Yet, despite the allure of the […] The post Jake Paul turns down shot at Daniel Dubois’ IBF heavywei...2024
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• Tony Bellew Makes Shocking Prediction For Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois “He Will Test Him”

Newly-crowned IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois is set for a salivating acid test against Anthony Joshua next month, as he seeks to prove to both himself and the rest of the world that he is worthy of sitting upon the heavyweight throne. Ahead of the bout, former WBC cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew has offered his […] The post Tony Bellew Makes Shocking Prediction For Anthony Joshua ...2024
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• Hrgovic Calls Out Joseph Parker For Joshua-Ngannou card on March 8th in Saudi
IBF heavyweight mandatory Filip Hrgovic has taken to social media to accept an offer from ... read more Hrgovic Calls Out Joseph Parker For Joshua-Ngannou card on March 8th in Saudi @ Boxing News 24...2024
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• The Winner Of Fury-Usyk May Not Be Undisputed Heavyweight Champion For Long
By: Sean Crose With fans no doubt excited by the fact that the Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk heavyweight title fight has finally been signed, the promoters and broadcast entities behind the battle can now no doubt breathe a collective sigh of relief. In a year that saw major battles, such as Gervonta Davis-Ryan Garcia and the long awaited welterweight superfight between Terence Crawford and Errol Sp...2023
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• Is There A Rematch Clause For Oleksandr Usyk-Daniel Dubois? What’s Next For The Winner

Oleksandr Usyk makes the second defence of his WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight world titles against Daniel Dubois in Wroclaw, Poland. The Ukrainian won the belts from Anthony Joshua in his third outing in the division, and subsequently retained the in their contracted rematch. Dubois is fourth British fighter to attempt to defeat Usyk following […] The post Is There A Rematch Clause For Oleksan...2023
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Illness Sparks Chaos in Riyadh – Replacement Named

On February 22, the loaded Riyadh Season card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will take place with all eyes in the boxing world firmly placed on this super card. Fight week has seen its fair share of drama with the cancellation of Shakur Stevenson vs Floyd Schofield and as reported first by The Ring Magazine, Daniel Dubois was taken ill and has subsequently been removed from the car...2025
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• Shakur Stevenson Rips Floyd Schofield, Embraces Late Replacement

The loaded Riyad Season card dubbed The Last Crescendo, received a blow when the British Boxing Board of Control cancelled the fight between Shakur Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) and Floyd Schofield. “Kid Austin” fell ill and was admitted to hospital which led to the BBBofC making their decision. Josh Padley (15-0, 4 KOs) was soon named as the late replacement and Stevenson has since appeare...2025
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• Golden Boy Clarifies Floyd Schofield Situation, Replacement Named

The loaded card dubbed The Last Crescendo, is the latest card from Riyadh Season and will be headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2. A vital part of this card was Shakur Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) vs Floyd Schofield, but illness to “Kid Austin” has seen him deemed unfit to fight and a replacement has now been named with Golden Boy clarifying the Floyd Schofield situation via a pr...2025
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• Daniel Dubois Fires Brutal Warning at Grand Arrivals Before Parker Fight

At the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh on February 22, Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) will defend his IBF world title against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs). This highly anticipated heavyweight clash will be a vital part of a loaded Riyadh Season card. The entire event will be available to watch through various PPV platforms. At the Grand Arrivals on Feb. 18, Daniel Dubois revealed his brutal aim for Feb. 22. D...2025
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• Agit Kabayel Predicts Shock Upset at Grand Arrivals

At the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Agit Kabayel (25-0, 17 KOs) will face Zhilei Zhang (27-2-1, 22 KOs) for the interim WBC heavyweight title. This intriguing heavyweight fight will seemingly provide plenty of fireworks with these two big punchers meeting. The loaded Riyadh Season card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will be available through various PPV platforms. At the Gr...2025
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• Zhilei Zhang Warns Agit Kabayel While Eyeing China Homecoming

On the Feb. 22 loaded Riyadh Season card at the Kingdom Arena headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2, Zhilei Zhang (27-2-1, 22 KOs) will collide with undefeated heavyweight contender Agit Kabayel (25-0, 17 KOs). The stacked card in Riyadh will be available through various PPV platforms. As fight night nears, Zhilei ‘Big Bang’ Zhang delivers a bold warning to Agit Kabayel in an ...2025
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• Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith: Full Breakdown and Fight Details

On February 22, at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, an intriguing all-British light heavyweight clash will take place with Joshua Buatsi (19-0, 13 KOs) facing Callum Smith (30-2, 22 KOs). Buatsi vs Smith is a part of the loaded Riyadh Season card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2. The entire fight card will be available through various PPV platforms. Big Fight Weekend is brin...2025
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• Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: How to Stream, Betting Odds and Fight Card

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will clash once again at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh on February 22. Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 will be the main event of a loaded Riyadh Season event. The entire card will be available through PPV outlets including DAZN, TNT Sports Box Office, Sky Sports Box Office and PPV.com. This is an immediate rematch of their first fight where Beterbiev...2025
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• Daniel Dubois Comeback Opponent Finally Set With Deal Being ‘Finalised’ For July
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• George Foreman’s Top Five Greatest Wins

On March 21, the family of George Foreman released a statement via his Instagram account, announcing to the world that “Big George” had passed away aged 76. Inside and outside the ring Foreman’s legacy will live on, and Big Fight Weekend wanted to pay tribute to Foreman and bring you his five greatest wins. Looking Back at George Foreman’s Five Greatest Wins George Foreman vs Joe...2025
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• Boxing Legend George Foreman Passes Away At Age 76
George Foreman, the legendary heavyweight boxing champion and entrepreneur, passed away at 76. In his career, Foreman won an Olympic gold medal at the 1968 Summer Olympics. He had his big break as a professional boxer in 1973 when he defeated Joe Frazier for the Undisputed Heavyweight Championship. He would lose the gold to Muhammad Ali in 1974 during the "Rumble in the Jungle" in Zaire. Foreman ...2025
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• Golden Boy Clarifies Floyd Schofield Situation, Replacement Named
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Shake-Up as Surprise Replacement Emerges

The Last Crescendo, the latest Riyadh Season bill, will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on February 22. This loaded card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 is undoubtedly one of the greatest cards ever. Fight week has been overshadowed by the news that Floyd Schofield (18-0, 12 KOs) was taken ill and has been deemed not fit to fight WBC lightweight champion Sha...2025
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• Agit Kabayel Predicts Shock Upset at Grand Arrivals
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• Derek Chisora Triumphs at ‘Last Dance’ Against Otto Wallin
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• Jake Paul turns down shot at Daniel Dubois’ IBF heavyweight world title
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• KNOCKOUT! Daniel Dubois DESTROYS Anthony Joshua in five rounds

Daniel Dubois smashed Anthony Joshua to pieces at Wembley Stadium | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Daniel Dubois smashed Anthony Joshua to pieces at Wembley Stadium. Daniel Dubois absolutely destroyed Anthony Joshua tonight, fully announcing his arrival as an elite heavyweight at Wembley Stadium. Dubois dropped Joshua in the first, third, and fourth rounds before knocking him out ear...2024
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• Fans React To ‘Tank’ Usyk’s Physique Ahead Of Daniel Dubois Fight

Oleksandr Usyk is less than a week out from his fourth fight in the heavyweight division, and many fans believe he’s filling out well. That’s certainly seems to be the case with his latest update from Poland, where he will defend his WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight titles against 25-year-old Daniel Dubois – the fourth […] The post Fans React To ‘Tank’ Usyk’s ...2023
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• Scorecards And Punch Stats From Usyk-Dubois Show Complete Control

Other than the debate of a controversial low blow call, Oleksandr Usyk comfortably out-jabbed and out-landed Daniel Dubois in the lead up to his stoppage victory in Poland. The Ukrainian retained his WBO, WBA and IBF heavyweight belts against Dubois, 25, to keep hopes of becoming two-time undisputed alive. He touched the canvas and took […] The post Scorecards And Punch Stats From Usyk-Duboi...2023
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• Chisora beats Wallin, names Usyk, Joshua, and Dubois for next fight

Derek Chisora threw out three big names for his potential 50th fight | Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images Derek Chisora won again, and threw out three big names for his potential 50th fight later this year. Derek Chisora did his thing yet again, out-working and out-fighting Otto Wallin over 12 rounds in an IBF heavyweight eliminator today in Manchester, scoring a win by unanimous decision....2025
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• Oleksandr Usyk stops Dubois in controversial fight – Boxing Results
In a controversial fight, WBA/WBO/IBF heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (21-0, 14 KOs) had to get up off the deck from ... more Oleksandr Usyk stops Dubois in controversial fight – Boxing Results @ Boxing News 24/7...2023
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• Anthony Joshua could face Filip Hrgovic for IBF title rather than Deontay Wilder
By Charles Brun: Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua could choose to fight #1 Filip Hrgovic for the vacant IBF heavyweight title next rather than face Deontay Wilder in the mega-fight … read full story ← Anthony Joshua could face Filip Hrgovic for IBF title rather than Deontay Wilder @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Was The Body Shot Daniel Dubois Landed On Oleksandr Usyk Fair or Foul?
By Vince D’Writer: On Saturday night, August 26th, WBA/WBO/IBF heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk successfully defended his unified title as he defeated Daniel Dubois (19-2, 18 … read full story ← Was The Body Shot Daniel Dubois Landed On Oleksandr Usyk Fair or Foul? @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Anthony Joshua Shares Honest Reaction To Joseph Parker’s Devastating Stoppage Of Martin Bakole

has given his immediate reaction to Joseph Parker stopping Martin Bakole in two rounds in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Bakole valiantly stepped in on two days’ notice to save the card’s co-main event when IBF Heavyweight World Champion Daniel Dubois took unwell. Despite the lack of proper training camp, many in the sport backed Bakole to […]...2025
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• ‘He did a sensible thing’: Parker doesn’t blame Dubois for pulling out of fight
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• A Year Of Heavyweight Encounters Begins With Parker vs Bakole

The 2025 boxing calendar is shaping up to be another exciting one for fans, and much like last year (2024), the heavyweight division is expected to dominate the headlines and airwaves once again. This article will explore the recently announced Parker vs. Bakole matchup. Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk were at the centre of attention last year, but Londoner Daniel Dubois also made his mark as the &#...2025
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Illness Sparks Chaos in Riyadh – Replacement Named
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• Shakur Stevenson Rips Floyd Schofield, Embraces Late Replacement
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Shake-Up as Surprise Replacement Emerges
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• ‘No fear’: Parker confident in preparation, primed to beat Dubois

Joseph Parker challenges Daniel Dubois for the IBF heavyweight title this weekend. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Joseph Parker says everything in training camp has gone perfectly right as he aims to take Daniel Dubois’ IBF title. Leading into his upcoming fight with IBF titleholder Daniel Dubois, Joseph Parker talks about having everything right for this fight and expecting to p...2025
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• Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets
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