Featherweights Michael Conlan (15-0, 8 KOs) and T.J. Dohenny (22-2, 16 KOs) will now be fighting for the World Boxing Association (WBA) interim title. The Championships Committee of the pioneer organization approved the fight that will take place this Friday at the Falls Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

The title became available when Mexican Eduardo Ramirez informed the WBA of his decision to vacate through a letter sent by his promotions company Sampson Boxing. Ramirez thanked the WBA and explained that another opportunity has presented itself and he will take another direction in his career.