At the Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts, Denzel Whitley edged out a split decision win over Kenny Larson in a ten-round welterweight bout, while Kendrick Ball Jr. claimed a swift first-round KO victory in the light heavyweight division against Heber Rondon. Khiary Gray secured a unanimous decision over Jimmy Williams in the super welterweight class. Notable knockouts included Carlos Marrero in welterweight, Edwine Humaine Junior and Famous Wilson in their respective super welterweight and super middleweight debuts, and Dany Lafos in super welterweight. Heavyweight Kevin Nagle and lightweights Carlos Gonzalez and Joe Bush also recorded knockout wins, with Bush making an impressive professional debut.
Fight Results
Fight Details
Granite Chin Promotions (GCP) is bringing back the essence of old-time boxing with “Pandemonium at the Palladium 2” in Worcester, Massachusetts. The main event stars undefeated Denzel “Double Impact” Whitley (12-0, 7 KOs) from Western Massachusetts and the unbeaten Kenny “Lionheart” Larson (7-0-1, 5 KOs) from Eastern Massachusetts. Whitley, a legacy fighter, and Larson, known for his throwback fighting style, represent a rare occurrence in modern boxing - two unbeaten prospects willing to risk their records against each other. Chris Traietti, GCP president, emphasizes the significance of this bout for both fighters’ careers, noting their contrasting styles - Whitley as the boxer and Larson as the pressure fighter.
Whitley, who holds regional titles, is set for his first 10-round fight, seeing this as an opportunity to add another title to his collection and move up in rankings. He aims to start faster in the ring, a strategy evident in his last fight where he secured a quick victory. Larson, on the other hand, is coming off a significant win over Brandon Higgins and is eager to prove himself against Whitley, whom he describes as the current best in their class.
The event also features Steve “The Savage” Sumpter (9-0, 7 KOs), a rising super middleweight star, in the 10-round co-main event. Sumpter, known for his explosive performances, looks to continue his ascent in the boxing world. Additionally, Worcester's own Kendrick “Peppa” Ball, Jr. (21-1-3, 12 KOs) and Khiary “Too Sharp” Gray (17-6, 13 KOs) are set to display their skills, adding local flavor to the event.
Fight card:
▪️Denzel Whitley vs. Kenny Larson, 10 rounds, welterweight ▪️Steve Sumpter vs. Ronald Montes, 6 rounds, light heavyweight ▪️Kendrick Ball Jr. vs. Heber Rondon, 8 rounds, light heavyweight ▪️Khiary Gray vs. Jimmy Williams, 6 rounds, junior middleweight ▪️Carlos Gonzalez vs. Nathan Benichou, 4 rounds, lightweight ▪️Tyrone Luckey vs. Carlos Marrero, 4 rounds, junior welterweight ▪️Raidel Rodriguez vs. Jemorean Smith, 4 rounds, welterweight ▪️Famous Wilson vs. Nata Willian Gomes, 4 rounds, middleweight ▪️Keno Luna vs. Moises Rivera, 4 rounds, welterweight ▪️Dany Lafos vs. Bryan Goldsby, 4 rounds, junior middleweight ▪️Kevin Nagle vs. Tadeu Costa, 4 rounds, heavyweight ▪️Robert Degaetano vs. Devon Grant, 4 rounds, junior middleweight ▪️Joe Bush vs. Tymar Miles, 4 rounds, welterweight
