Tysie Gallagher's Title Fight Postponed Amid Family Tragedy

Tysie Gallagher's upcoming boxing title defense delayed due to the loss of her partner's mother, Dianne Cleary.

Tysie Gallagher, the rising super-bantamweight star from Luton, has found herself in a heartbreaking situation as her scheduled defense of the British, Commonwealth, and WBO international titles has been postponed. This unfortunate delay comes in the wake of the tragic passing of Dianne Cleary, mother of Gallagher's partner, Callum Cleary. Dianne was discovered deceased at her home following an incident described by authorities as an 'altercation,' which also resulted in injuries to another woman. In the aftermath, a 25-year-old male suspect has been charged with her murder.

Originally, Gallagher was set to face unbeaten contender Ebonie Jones on 7 February at the Canon Medical Arena in Sheffield. However, in light of the recent events, the fight has been rescheduled for 4 April in London. The boxing community has expressed immense support for Gallagher during this trying time.

In an emotional post on her Facebook, Ebonie Jones acknowledged the gravity of the situation, stating, "Sometimes things in life are bigger than boxing and this is one of them. I just want to send my condolences to Tysie and her family at this moment." This sentiment was echoed by many including friends and family, who collectively honored Dianne's memory by lighting lanterns in the Lea Manor area of Luton.

Tysie Gallagher, who boasts a professional record of nine wins and two losses, recently defended her titles with an impressive stoppage victory over Tori-Ellis Willetts in September. In her heartfelt tribute, she described Dianne Cleary as "the most kind-hearted, caring, beautiful woman," highlighting the profound impact Dianne had on the lives of many.

As Gallagher prepares for her rescheduled fight, the support from family, friends, and the boxing community serves as a testament to the love and legacy of Dianne Cleary. The upcoming bout against Jones is anticipated to be an emotional yet powerful event as Gallagher channels her grief into determination in the ring.

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