The basis for Whyte's claim is slightly different. The WBC called for Whyte - Breazeale eliminator to be made interim champion and mandatory challenger: Whyte took decisions on the basis of that mandate, and Whyte did not pull out of the mandated fight.
The WBC rules have lots of discretion and wriggle room though, I'd be surpised if he can make a lawsuit stick.
Which mean Whyte has to fight an eliminator to be the mandatory
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