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Callum Johnson stops Sean Monaghan to move back into contention for world title fight

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Callum Johnson overpowered Sean Monaghan inside three rounds

Callum Johnson produced an explosive early stoppage win over Sean Monaghan to push himself back in contention for another world title fight.

The British light-heavyweight floored Monaghan twice in the second round and then pounded Monaghan to a halt in the third at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino in Verona, New York, on Saturday night.

Johnson had given Artur Beterbiev a scare in October, flooring the IBF champion before being stopped, and hopes to receive a shot at Dmitry Bivol after the WBA title holder defeated Joe Smith Jr on points.

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Johnson is targeting another world title fight after win over Monaghan

Beginning at a brisk pace, Johnson pumped out his jab and soon forced Monaghan into reverse with crunching combinations.

Johnson stepped up his assault in the second as a right-hand counter wobbled Monaghan, who was then clipped with a left that sent him crashing to the canvas.

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Image: Johnson pushed Monaghan onto the back foot from the opening bell

The New Yorker clambered to his feet, only to be blasted back to the floor by a hook, with the bell sounding before Johnson could pounce again.

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But the Brit would finish the fight in the next as he trapped the bloodied Monaghan in the corner, hammering in hooks until referee Charlie Fitch stepped in.

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Image: The 33-year-old ruthlessly stopped Monaghan in the third

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