A heated bout transpired at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey between the invincible Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis (31-0, 28 KOs) and the robust Roiman Villa (26-2, 24 KOs). Boxing fans eagerly looked on as the two competitors took center stage in the much-anticipated main event.
The fight commenced at a slow pace with Villa adopting a cautious approach, allowing Ennis to dominate the first three rounds. However, in the fourth round, Villa turned the tables and seemed to stun Ennis. Despite taking some hefty hits, Villa gave Ennis a run for his money. Throughout rounds seven to nine, Ennis demonstrated a tactical approach, appearing to lay off Villa, seemingly wanting to prolong the fight and display his skills. The tables turned once more in the tenth round where Ennis landed two consecutive right hooks that sent Villa spiraling to the floor, concluding the fight with an unanticipated knockout.
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In Metepec, Mexico, another thrilling fight unfolded between former world champion Luis Nery (35-1, 27 KOs) and the resilient former world title challenger Froilan Saludar (33-7-1, 23 KOs). Nery, following three successive wins after his shocking loss to WBA king Brandon Figueroa in 2021, clashed with Saludar, a seasoned professional who had previously challenged for the WBO flyweight title in 2018.
The fight between Nery and Saludar was a spectacle of immense power and agility. In a brief but explosive two-round contest, Nery achieved three knockdowns in the second round, concluding the fight with a resounding victory over Saludar. The former world champion's precision and power were on full display, reiterating his position in the world of boxing.
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