Michael Conlan's battered opponent set to withdraw from Olympic semi - reports

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Michael Conlan's battered opponent set to withdraw from Olympic semi - reports

Reports have emerged that the Russian boxer who was awarded victory over Michael Conlan will not be able to fight in his semi-final bout, writes Stephen Barry.

Vladimir Nikitin's extensive facial injuries, sustained against Conlan, could force him to concede a walkover in his fight tomorrow.

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