The fight between Fernando Martinez and Kazuto Ioka in Tokyo, Japan was one filled with action and drama. However, the overall excitement was overshadowed by the shocking scoring from the judges. The scores of 120-108, 117-111, and 116-112 not only do a disservice to both fighters but also leave fight fans questioning the integrity of
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Shakur Stevenson, the undefeated WBC lightweight champion, managed to hold onto his title with a twelve-round unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan. However, despite the victory, Stevenson’s performance fell short of expectations. Throughout the fight, Stevenson’s fans remained eerily quiet, expressing their disappointment with his lackluster showing. Stevenson failed to deliver the knockout he had hoped
As WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson prepares to battle Artem Harutyunyan tonight on ESPN, fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling matchup. Stevenson’s last performance was impressive, and fighting in his hometown at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey adds an extra layer of excitement to the event. One of the standout moments of tonight’s
Lamont Roach Jr., after successfully defending his WBA Super Featherweight title, has expressed interest in facing WBO champ Emanuel Navarrete and WBC champ O’Shaquie Foster in a world title unification bout. The potential matchups with these fighters could bring high-stakes and compelling matches to the 130-pound division. The fact that Roach is a promotional free
Muhammad Ali, known as “The Greatest,” set a standard for perseverance in the ring when he fought on with a broken jaw. Decades later, his grandson, Nico Ali Walsh, displayed a similar level of heart and determination by continuing to fight with a dislocated shoulder. This legacy of grit and resilience was on full display
Robeisy Ramirez, the former featherweight champion, made a triumphant return to the ring with a stunning seventh-round knockout victory over Brandon Leon Benitez. This highlight reel finish showcased Ramirez’s skill and determination as he outclassed his opponent throughout the fight. After losing his WBO title to Rafael Espinoza in December, Ramirez faced questions about his
Teofimo Lopez faced a tough challenge in his fight against Steve Claggett, a fringe contender with a record of 38-8-2, 26 KOs. The reigning WBO light welterweight champion was expected to have an easy night but ended up in a grueling battle with Claggett. Throughout the twelve-round fight, Claggett displayed relentless pressure, reminiscent of Gennady
As the WBC super flyweight champion, Juan Francisco Estrada is set to face Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez in what promises to be a thrilling fight in the 115-lb division. Estrada has made it clear that he is going for a knockout against Rodriguez, emphasizing that he won’t hold back and intends to capitalize on any opening
The recent matchup between Darius Fulghum and Vaughn Alexander was expected to be a thrilling encounter in the light heavyweight division, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a lackluster affair. Fulghum’s strategy of incessant jabbing to keep Alexander at bay may have been effective in securing a win, but it failed to excite the
Tyler Denny, the EBU middleweight champion, managed to retain his title in a fifth-round technical decision victory over Felix Cash at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham, England. The fight came to a disappointing end when the ringside doctor advised the halt due to Cash’s cut right eye. Despite Cash’s strong start, Denny’s speed and
In a thrilling match held in Birmingham on the Cash-Denny card, Lewis Crocker managed to secure a victory over Conah Walker after ten intense rounds, claiming the WBA international welterweight belt. The judges’ scores of 96-93, 96-93, and 95-94 reflected the close and hard-fought nature of the bout. Both fighters demonstrated incredible skill and determination,
In a spectacular display of boxing prowess, Rafael Espinoza completely outclassed Sergio Chirino in a voluntary defense of his WBO featherweight title. Espinoza’s strategic use of pressure, high work rate, uppercuts, and body shots proved to be too much for Chirino to handle. Despite Chirino’s early aggression, Espinoza’s calculated counterpunching and precise striking swiftly turned
In his recent debut at light heavyweight, David Benavidez failed to impress in his win over Oleksandr Usyk. Despite being a dominant force at 168, his power was notably lacking in this fight, especially against former WBC light heavyweight champion Gvozyk. The judges’ wide scores in favor of Benavidez did not accurately reflect the close
David “Benavídez recently faced a tough challenge in his light heavyweight debut against Oleksandr Gvozdyk. The fight went the full 12 rounds, and Benavídez was only able to secure a victory through a unanimous decision. Despite the judges’ scores showing a wide margin in Benavídez’s favor, the fight was much closer than it appeared on
In a thrilling match at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas, WBA lightweight champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis faced off against Frank “The Ghost” Martin in an intense battle for the title. The early rounds saw Martin showcasing his boxing prowess, landing powerful punches and impressive combinations that seemed to outshine Davis. Fans watching the