Wood claims world title as he beats Lara in rematch

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Leigh Wood v Mauricio LaraLeigh Wood (left) was the only fighter who could win the vacant belt after Mauricio Lara failed to make weight

Leigh Wood gained revenge on Mauricio Lara by unanimous decision as he won the WBA featherweight title with an impressive display in Manchester.

Lara stopped the 34-year-old Englishman in February but vacated the belt on Friday after failing to make weight for this rematch.

The Mexican produced a sluggish display in contrast to Wood's clever, dominant performance to regain his title.

Wood knocked down Lara in round two, and never looked in trouble thereafter.

The judges scored it 118-109, 116-111 and 118-109 in his favour.

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