Angelo Leo faces uncertainty after the collapse of Aleem

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Aleem initially came in at 128.8 pounds before returning for a second attempt and still weighing 128 pounds, two pounds over the featherweight limit. The canceled bout leaves unanswered questions about whether the IBF will try to reschedule the mandatory title fight or move Leo to another contender.

Leo made him wait

The size of Aleem’s fog could complicate efforts to quickly reassemble the battle. Leo finished his training camp, made championship weight and was preparing to make the first defense of the title he won last year.

A long wait for a rescheduled fight may not fall on Leo’s side if another opportunity becomes available sooner.

Several contenders remain positioned near the top of the IBF rankings if the sanctioning body chooses a different direction. Omar Trinidad is currently #2 by the IBF, while Luis Reynaldo Nunez, Tomoki Kameda, Lerato Dlamini and Toshiki Shimomachi are also sitting close to the title position.

Possible next challengers

Further down the rankings are recognizable names such as Nick Ball, Luis Nery and undefeated Japanese competitor Mikito Nakano.

It is still unclear how quickly Leo can return to the ring after losing his scheduled title defense at the final hurdle. The rest of the DAZN card will still move forward, but Leo leaves the event without a fight despite making weight and completing a full training camp.

IBF decision ahead

The IBF has not yet announced whether Aleem will remain in mandatory position or whether the title picture could shift to another competitor following Friday’s cancellation.

Promoters and the IBF are now under pressure to quickly clarify Leo’s next fight and championship future.