Ex-world champion boxer 'punched concierge in head as he struggled on floor'
FORMER world champion boxer Liam Smith allegedly punched a man in the head as he struggled to get up off the floor, a court heard.
TL;DR
- Liam Smith, a former WBO super welterweight champion, is charged with GBH.
- The alleged assault occurred at The Blade in Deansgate, Greater Manchester.
- CCTV footage allegedly shows Smith punching the victim, Laurent Nke, twice while he was on the floor.
- Nke, a concierge worker, was taken to hospital.
- Smith pleaded not guilty and was granted bail with conditions, including not contacting Nke or entering Manchester.
- A provisional trial date is set for March 2028.
- Smith's boxing career includes fights against notable opponents like Canelo Alvarez and Chris Eubank Jr.