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James DeGale retains IBF super-middleweight title

Great Britain's IBF super-middleweight champion James DeGale overcomes Rogelio Medina on points in Washington DC.

James DeGale defeated Rogelio Medina in Washington DC last night to keep hold of his IBF super-middleweight title.

Despite the fact that the fight went the distance, DeGale was the dominant force over the 12-round contest.

The judges scored the bout accordingly, with a 115-113 and two 117-111 cards to confirm a unanimous points decision victory for the Brit.

However, despite extending his winning record to 23-1, DeGale was disappointed that he could not knock-out his Mexican opponent.

"He's a very tough fighter, he has obviously got a lot stronger and better over the last year and a half," DeGale told Sky Sports News.

"I should be taking out people like Medina, that's no disrespect to him. But I'm still learning. The main thing is I am still champ. I've got to work on things still."

The 30-year-old also stated that he now wants a unification battle with Badou Jack.

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James Degale of England celebrates after defeating Lucian Bute of Canada during their IBF super-middleweight championship fight at the Centre Videotron on November 29, 2015 in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.
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