Lewis Crocker lost his IBF welterweight title on June 24, 2026, in Brisbane. Liam Paro beat Crocker by one clear unanimous decision. Crocker took the fight serious. He had been a champ in two weight classes before this loss.
Paro won the title in front of a loud Brisbane crowd. Fans cheered after that fight ended. No bad feelings indicated between the two boxers. The match went the full distance. Paro put Crocker down fast at the end with a sharp combo.