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James DeGale vs Lucian Bute

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James DeGale defeated Lucian Bute by unanimous decision on November 28, 2015, at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City. DeGale was making the first defense of his IBF super-middleweight title, while Bute was a former champion fighting in his adopted home province. The judges scored the bout 116-112, 117-111, and 117-111 for DeGale after twelve rounds.

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When and where did James DeGale fight Lucian Bute?

James DeGale fought Lucian Bute on November 28, 2015, at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City. DeGale won by unanimous decision.

What title was James DeGale defending against Lucian Bute?

DeGale was making the first defense of his IBF super middleweight title. Bute was a former champion fighting in his adopted home province of Quebec.

How did the judges score DeGale vs Bute?

The judges scored the fight 116-112, 117-111, and 117-111 for DeGale. Those cards gave him a clear unanimous-decision victory.

Why was Lucian Bute's home region relevant to this fight?

Bute had built a strong following in Quebec after holding the IBF super middleweight title earlier in his career. The bout took place in Quebec City, but DeGale still won on all three scorecards.

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