The World Super Middleweight Champion OIB and WBA (Super) George Groves (28-3, 20 KO) told boxingscene.com that he is concerned about a shoulder injury. Groves defeated Eubank Jr. to retain his belts on January 18 and advance to the World Boxing Series finals.
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"The shoulder is fine. I'm worried because I heard it pop out in the twelfth round. So in that round I backed off a bit. It's probably one of the most painful injuries I've had."
"I was able to put it back in place. I had some X-rays and will see a specialist soon. I'm confident it won't be a serious problem. I think it's only a problem if the bone was damaged."
Groves also said that he cannot confirm if the final will be on June 2nd as he is still awaiting the specialist's recommendation.
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"The X-rays showed no damage. I can't hide the fact that I dislocated my shoulder, but I hope to be fine. I still can't say if I will fight on June 2nd. June 2nd is not that far away if we talk about a 12-week training camp, that date is like 14 or 15 weeks away."
"We will be seeking opinions from specialists, find out when I can start hitting again. It won't be a problem to be in shape, I already am, this tournament has kept me focused. I broke my jaw in May and was boxing by October."
"I always recover quickly. I've been very good at that. I live a good, clean, and healthy life. I am the WBA champion, number 1. I have just been involved in a massive pay-per-view event for the world boxing series."
"It wouldn't be the same if I don't participate in the final. But if they have to move the dates, they should do it."