Super Flyweight Showdown for WBA Interim Title
David Jimenez and John Ramirez faced off in a thrilling battle for the WBA's interim super flyweight title on Saturday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The fight started with Ramirez hitting the canvas after the opening bell, only to quickly get back up and engage with Jimenez. The first round saw both fighters trying to establish dominance and control the pace.
The intensity picked up in the second round, with both boxers trading blows on the inside. Despite a close third round, Jimenez appeared to be the more active fighter. The fourth round saw the competitors once again grappling on the inside, refusing to give an inch.
Intense Boxing Match Ends in Upset Victory
The fifth round, much like the rest of the match, was a challenge to judge. The fighters engaged in close combat, making it hard to determine who was landing the more effective blows. Despite the messiness, the bout was entertaining to watch. As the sixth round unfolded, both fighters continued to expend a significant amount of energy. The question loomed: who had more left in the tank?
Early in the seventh round, Jimenez went down from a slip, but the battle quickly resumed. Although the round was closely contested, Jimenez seemed to deliver the more impactful punches. By the eighth round, Ramirez's face bore the signs of the grueling fight. Despite being the betting favorite at the start, Jimenez now appeared to dictate the pace of the match.
In the ninth round, Ramirez pressed forward, absorbing shots from Jimenez in the process. Both boxers showed signs of fatigue by the tenth round, yet they continued to engage in a relentless and brutal exchange. Ramirez maintained his aggressive approach, while Jimenez resorted to leaning on his opponent whenever possible.
As the fight progressed into the later rounds, Jimenez's strength became increasingly evident. In the twelfth and final round, it was clear that Jimenez's dominance overshadowed Ramirez's valiant but ultimately unsuccessful effort.
