Terence Crawford beats Israil Madrimov, captures 4th world title

  • 8/4/2024
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The main event at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles was intensely competitive Saudi boxer Ziyad Al-Maayouf and American Michel Poluk fought to a majority draw LOS ANGELES: American Terence Crawford produced a tactical masterclass to secure the WBA middleweight title — his fourth world championship in as many weight classes — with a unanimous points victory over Uzbekistan’s Israil Madrimov. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The main event at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles was intensely competitive, but Crawford emerged victorious to further solidify his status as a legend of the ring. The night featured several notable bouts. Saudi boxer Ziyad Al-Maayouf and American Michel Poluk fought to a majority draw; Steve Nelson achieved a fifth-round knockout victory over Marcus Vazquez, the latter’s first career loss; while Cuban fighter Andy Cruz won by knockout against Mexican Antonio Moran. In a light heavyweight clash, Cuban David Morrell earned the WBA title with a unanimous decision after a cautious 12-round bout against American Radivoje Kalajdzic. In a heavyweight spectacle, Congolese Martin Bakole knocked down American Jared Anderson four times over five rounds, leading to a decisive knockout victory. Another heavyweight match, between Andy Ruiz and Jarrell Miller, ended in a draw. Additionally, Mexican Jose Valenzuela won the WBA lightweight title on points against compatriot Isaac Cruz after 12 competitive rounds. The fight program in Los Angeles was a significant milestone because it was the first Riyadh Season Card held outside Saudi Arabia. The event, attended by boxing legends, sports stars and Hollywood celebrities, was a resounding success, setting the stage for similar events in future in the US and abroad.

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