#4# Event (10) 13-18

[BoxBuzz]

Fight Card
Bout Fighter 1 Fighter 2 Odds Winner Decision Last Round Rounds
Opening Bout Pancho Villa Carlos Monzon 1-1 2 SD 12 12
Preliminary 1 Julio Cesar Chavez Floyd Mayweather Jr 1-1 1 UD 12 12
Preliminary 2 Jack Dempsey Roy Jones Jr 1-1 2 TKO 9 12
Support Bout Tommy Gibbons Bernard Hopkins 1-1 1 UD 12 12
Co-Feature Archie Moore Stanley Ketchel 1-1 2 SD 12 12
Main Event Ray Robinson Ricardo Lopez 3-2 1 UD 12 12

[BoxBuzz]

Opening Bout
Pancho Villa vs Carlos Monzon

Fight info: Estadio Norte, Rosario, Argentina, 2012-06-26, announcer is Lupe Contreras, referee is Luis Guzman, the bout will be scored by three judges: Soeren Saugmann (Denmark), Jerry Griffin (United States) and Hector Hernandez (Mexico), ring card girl is Amy Longlegs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, referee or doctor can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 4/Scorecard after 4, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'random', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Pancho Villa - Record: 3-6-0 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Augie Scimeca - Cut Man: Chuck Bodak
In the blue corner: Carlos Monzon - Record: 2-3-4 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Jimmy August - Cut Man: George Francis

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The crowd's been waiting for the start of this fight but they don't have to wait any longer as Round 1 begins. 0:0
0:06 Monzon goes to the head, the body and now back to the head. That was a beautiful sequence of punches. 0:3
0:20 Monzon bounces off the ropes, challenging Villa to come get him. 0:3
0:38 Monzon lands a strong cross! 0:8
0:38 That punch may have stunned Villa momentarily. 0:8
0:49 Monzon unleashes a flurry and Villa fires back, a close exchange with Monzon coming out on top. 2:11
0:58 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight. The fans are really in to it. 2:11
01:09 Villa looks to land a uppercut but misses the mark. 2:11
01:11 Some good body work by Monzon but not much on those punches. 2:13
01:26 The uppercut just landed by Monzon is a nice weapon on the inside. 2:15
01:36 As high as Villa is holding his gloves he is leaving his body wide open to a damaging body punch if Monzon takes advantage of it. 2:15
01:45 Monzon tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 2:15
01:47 Villa goes to the head and the body, though neither punch had much on it. 4:15
01:56 Monzon misses the lead right, but follows up with a left hook that finds the mark. 4:17
02:14 Villa fires a lead right that Monzon manages to avoid. 4:17
02:16 Villa takes a hook as he tries to work inside. 4:19
02:34 Villa just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 4:23
02:34 Villa was hurt by those blows! 4:23
02:47 Monzon just comes up short with the hook. 4:23
02:50 Villa ducks under a jab and brings an uppercut right down main street. 6:23
03:00 Villa picks off the jab thrown by Monzon. 6:23
03:00 There's the bell. Round 1 comes to an end. 6:25

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Villa looks to be in fair shape as Round 2 gets underway. 0:0
0:13 Guzman has to pull the fighters away from each other as Monzon locks up Villa's arms. 0:0
0:22 Guzman has to break the clinch. 0:0
0:26 Monzon got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Jimmy August's instructions work. 0:0
0:34 Villa does a great job of moving as Monzon tries to work inside. 0:0
0:37 Villa scores to the body with a jab 2:0
0:53 Villa whiffs with the uppercut. 2:0
01:03 The cross scores for Villa. He needs to throw that punch more often. 4:0
01:19 Monzon is moving like he is walking on air tonight. 4:0
01:24 Villa seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 4:0
01:35 Villa misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 4:0
01:46 Carlos Monzon misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 4:0
02:00 Monzon is really fluid in his movement. 4:0
02:07 Quick hands and feet can take you far in this game. Of course, having a good chin helps! 4:0
02:16 Villa scores with a quick one-two to Monzon's midsection 6:0
02:30 Monzon throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Villa but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 6:0
02:47 Carlos Monzon circles around the ring. 6:0
02:52 Villa lands a short uppercut in close. 8:0
03:00 Villa spins around and moves quickly back to his corner at the sound of the bell, ending Round 2. 8:2

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 3 begins as the bell sounds. 0:0
0:13 Villa fires a left hand that Carlos Monzon takes high on the shoulder. 0:0
0:16 Monzon lands a nice cross but Villa turned with it, absorbing most of its power. 0:2
0:30 Both fighters miss, now Monzon follows up with a solid hook to the body of Monzon! 0:5
0:42 Villa flicks three quick jabs and at least one got through. 2:5
0:54 Monzon lands a flurry to the ribs of Pancho Villa. 2:7
01:08 Villa darts in and out, making himself a tough target. 2:7
01:13 Carlos Monzon is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. If this helps win fights, he has a real good shot tonight. 2:7
01:24 That punch actually went behind Monzon's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Villa. 2:7
01:27 Monzon lands the uppercut but there wasn't much on it. 2:9
01:44 Monzon swings...and misses. 2:9
01:55 Pancho Villa winds up for a bolo punch, then sneaks in the hook, bringing cheers from the crowd. 4:9
02:13 Villa slips out of a corner, as Monzon attempts to trap him. 4:9
02:20 Villa throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 6:9
02:30 Monzon bangs a right cross off the face of Villa. 6:11
02:51 Villa throws a flurry of punches but Monzon either blocks or slips them. 6:11
02:54 Monzon flicks a lead right to the head of Villa. 6:13
03:00 Villa grabs Monzon. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 6:13
03:00 Guzman breaks them up... 6:13
03:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 8:13

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Villa and Carlos Monzon leave their corners. 0:0
0:05 Jimmy August not only gave Monzon encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Villa. Now it's up to Monzon to implement it. 0:0
0:10 Villa is off target with that jab. 0:0
0:12 Carlos Monzon gets a jab in but it was more of a push than a punch. 0:2
0:17 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 0:2
0:28 Carlos Monzon throws the hook and connects. 0:4
0:38 Both fighters are being extremely cautious in this one. We hadn't expected such a tactical battle. 0:4
0:49 Look at that subtle shoulder movement. See how Villa rolls them? That throws off your opponent's timing. 0:4
01:05 Monzon lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Villa. 0:4
01:12 The two fighters lean on one another. Their arms are free and they should be throwing punches. Now they separate and the action resumes. 0:4
01:36 Villa misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:4
01:48 Villa tries to drop the right hand over the top but Monzon ducks under it. 0:4
01:55 Villa lands the jab but comes up short with a second one right behind it. 2:4
02:05 Carlos Monzon lands a jab to the midsection 2:6
02:22 Pancho Villa fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 2:6
02:29 Villa's corner is shouting to their man, encouraging him to pick up the action. 2:6
02:32 The two men are circling one another, looking for an opening. 2:6
02:42 Monzon lands a jab to Villa's midsection 2:8
02:51 The fighters are trading punches and Villa seems to have won that exchange. 5:10
03:00 Villa traps Monzon's gloves under his arms... He won't let go. 5:10
03:00 Guzman separates the two... 5:10
03:00 The bell stops the action as Villa and Carlos Monzon go back to their corners. 6:10

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Villa looks to be in good shape as Round 5 gets underway. 0:0
0:11 Villa fires and misses. 0:0
0:13 Monzon fires a light jab to the stomach 0:2
0:17 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 0:2
0:22 Augie Scimeca was really animated in Villa's corner and Villa was nodding in agreement. 0:2
0:27 Villa just comes up short with the jab. 0:2
0:39 Villa just can't find the range with that cross. 0:2
0:50 Monzon moves in and scores with a quick jab. 0:4
01:00 Villa scores with a nice short hook inside the defense of Monzon. 2:4
01:16 The fighters are jockeying for position as both men try to gain the advantage here in the 5th. 2:4
01:31 Pancho Villa tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Monzon blocks it. 2:4
01:33 Monzon lands the lead cross. 2:6
01:48 That jab from Monzon stopped Villa in his tracks. 2:9
01:59 Villa's jab is fast and accurate. 4:9
02:17 Villa grabs Monzon's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Guzman has to force Villa to let go. 4:9
02:26 Guzman has to separate the two... 4:9
02:30 Both men look to measure one another. 4:9
02:33 Villa connects with an uppercut to the head of Monzon. 6:9
02:47 Villa misses wildly with the Hook. 6:9
02:53 Monzon seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 6:9
03:00 Pancho Villa can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 6:9
03:00 There's another round in the books. 6:9

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Villa and Monzon square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 6. 0:0
0:20 Monzon back pedals away from the straight forward attack of Villa. 0:0
0:20 These guys both look like they have barely been in a fight at all.. 0:0
0:45 Pancho Villa is circling his opponent. 0:0
0:55 Monzon leaves the jab just short. 0:0
0:57 Pancho Villa scores with a cross, though it did not land flush. 2:0
01:09 Villa throws an uppercut from way outside. It lands but he's lucky! That's a dangerous punch to throw unless you're in close. 4:0
01:19 * Guzman scolds Villa for slapping with an open glove 6:0
01:39 There's a pause in the action as both fighters regroup. 6:0
01:42 A cross to body by Villa gets through. 8:0
01:51 Villa lands the right hand. He's pretty effective with that punch when he sets it up right. 10:0
02:11 Villa tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Monzon. 10:0
02:26 Carlos Monzon gets off a quick combination to the body 10:2
02:46 Monzon is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 10:2
02:49 Villa is trying to move in behind the jab, which lands. 12:2
03:00 Villa suddenly goes southpaw and tries to find an opening. But his punches miss from this side too. Now he goes back to his orthodox stance. 12:2
03:00 The bell sounds ending Round 6. 14:3

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 7 begins. 0:0
0:13 Monzon comes in low. Pancho Villa puts a headlock on him. Guzman knocks Villa's arm off Monzon's head. 0:0
0:25 Villa shoves Monzon away. 0:0
0:25 No blood, no bruises and no swelling; you wouldn't know that these guys are already in the 7th round of this fight. 0:0
0:29 Whatever Augie Scimeca said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Villa has some spring in his step here in the 7th round. 0:0
0:29 Pancho Villa throws punches in bunches and that's the way to disrupt your opponent's rhythm. 2:0
0:43 Villa doubles up to the body, though Monzon seems unfazed. 4:0
01:04 Monzon frees himself from Villa's clutches! They move to ring center now. 4:0
01:08 Monzon slides into the corner... 4:0
01:08 Villa finds a home for his jab, keeping Monzon at bay. 6:0
01:25 Villa retreats into a neutral corner. 6:0
01:25 Carlos Monzon shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 6:2
01:39 The fighters have worked their way back to the center of the ring. 6:2
01:43 Villa tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 6:2
01:51 Villa throws the cross and scores to the head of Monzon. 8:2
02:00 Villa connects with an uppercut. He can make good use of that punch if he can continue to get inside. 10:2
02:19 Villa bangs away to the body with the hook, but there is no leverage on that punch. 12:2
02:32 Monzon backs into the right corner. 12:2
02:36 Villa drops the right hand flush on Monzon's chin! 16:2
02:36 Monzon was shaken by that blow! 16:2
02:48 Pancho Villa feints downstairs, then lands an uppercut under Monzon's chin. 18:2
02:57 Villa lands a short left hook to the head. 20:2
02:57 Monzon comes out of his crouch and there is a clash of heads as Villa leans in. That's how nasty cuts occur! 20:2
03:00 Villa appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 20:2
03:00 The seconds jump into action in Villa's corner as the bell sounds ending Round 7. 20:3

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Monzon looks to be in excellent shape as Round 8 gets underway. 0:0
0:09 There's a lead right hand that finds its mark. That can be a dangerous punch if Villa can land a solid one. 2:0
0:14 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 2:0
0:21 Monzon is trapped in Villa's corner... 2:0
0:25 Villa isn't moving his feet right now, but his upper body movement is giving Monzon fits. 2:0
0:34 Villa pins Monzon's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 2:0
0:43 Referee Guzman separates the two... 2:0
0:56 Villa wings a big left hand at Monzon but the latter sidesteps the punch. 2:0
0:58 The two men are bumping heads as they wrestle on the inside. Now, Monzon lands a short uppercut to the chin of Villa. 2:2
01:14 Monzon misses with the jab but scores with the follow up cross. 2:4
01:25 Villa pins Monzon in the corner! 2:4
01:29 Villa misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 2:4
01:32 Monzon lands a quick jab. He'd like to keep Villa on the end of that punch. 2:6
01:48 Monzon misses with that punch. 2:6
01:50 Villa lands a nice jab. He tries to follow it up with a cross but it misses. 4:6
02:04 Villa clinches... Monzon gets an arm free! He should be punching with it! 4:6
02:08 Villa finally lets go of Monzon. 4:6
02:18 Villa will tie a guy up if he has to. 4:6
02:27 Guzman steps in and breaks it up. 4:6
02:31 Villa steals a quick glance at his corner. 4:6
02:34 Both fighters are feinting with the shoulders. Now, Villa lands the right hand. 6:6
02:51 Villa works his way in and leans on Monzon... 6:6
02:55 Guzman separates the two fighters. 6:6
03:00 Guzman tries to separate the boxers but Villa has a vice-like grip on Carlos Monzon. 6:6
03:00 Carlos Monzon works his way free! 6:6
03:00 What a horrible round, neither Fighter looked too interested in mixing it up. 6:6

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 9 gets underway as the fighters move to the middle of the ring. 0:0
0:10 Villa has Monzon blocked in! 0:0
0:10 Villa throws a flurry of punches; at least two solid shots made it through. Now he moves away. 2:0
0:14 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 2:0
0:35 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 2:0
0:47 Guzman is shouting at Pancho Villa to break! 2:0
0:51 Both fighters seem to be pacing themselves. It appears as if they want to have something left when they get to the final round. 2:0
0:54 Both fighters move to ring center. 2:0
0:54 Villa doubles up on the jab and he managed to score with the second one. 4:0
01:08 Villa usues his legs to avoid Monzon's punches. 4:0
01:10 Villa fires a straight right. He split the gloves with that punch. 6:0
01:19 Villa lands a stinging jab. 8:0
01:32 Villa seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 8:0
01:35 Villa rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 10:0
01:49 Villa pins Monzon's arms! The fighters are tied up... 10:0
01:53 Referee Guzman steps in to break it up. 10:0
02:04 Monzon takes a half step back as he tries to create some punching room. 10:0
02:12 Villa holds his arms up in disgust as Monzon holds him around his waist. 10:0
02:21 Guzman has to break them apart. 10:0
02:27 Not much steam behind Villa's jab, but it scores nonetheless. 12:0
02:39 Monzon lands a rapier like jab to the head of Villa 12:2
02:56 Villa has Monzon pinned! 12:2
02:56 Villa lets his hands go paintbrushing the body of Monzon 14:2
03:00 It looks like Villa has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 14:2
03:00 Round 9 ends with the sound of the bell. 14:1

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Amy 'The Smile' Longlegs exits the ring to wild cheering. We await the bell, signaling the start of Round 10. There it is! 0:0
0:07 Monzon's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:09 Villa's jab connects to Monzon's head 2:0
0:13 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 2:0
0:18 Monzon's finds a home on Villa's jaw. 2:2
0:27 Both fighters move back to ring center. 2:2
0:31 Monzon brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 2:2
0:42 Monzon's misses as Villa backpedals away. 2:2
0:45 Villa continues to pop the jab 4:2
0:58 Monzon fires away but finds nothing but air. 4:2
01:08 The fighters are at close quarters now as Monzon lands a hook downstairs. 4:4
01:17 Villa backs into a neutral corner. 4:4
01:21 Monzon fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 4:4
01:36 Pancho Villa telegraphed that shot and Monzon ducks under it easily. 4:4
01:50 Monzon just landed a three punch combo! 4:9
01:50 Those shots all landed square and Villa felt them, he's in a world of hurt! 4:9
01:50 * And now it appears as if Villa has been cut the last punch that landed. 4:10
01:50 * Blood is coming from under Villa's right eye; but it probably looks worse than it really is. 4:10
02:04 There's a straight right by Monzon! 4:14
02:04 Villa is trying to regroup after that punch... 4:14
02:17 Pancho Villa slides into a neutral corner... 4:14
02:17 Monzon connects with a left-right combo. 4:16
02:17 Villa is badly stunned and Monzon will try to finish him off here in the 10th round! 4:16
02:26 Monzon comes out on top in that exchange but Villa was able to land some nice shots as well. 6:19
02:26 There's time for Monzon to finish Villa if he can do it. 6:19
02:39 Monzon lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Villa. 6:19
02:45 Monzon traps Villa in the corner! 6:19
02:50 Monzon misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 6:19
02:56 Villa backs into his own corner... 6:19
03:00 Monzon lands a hard hook! 6:23
03:00 Villa was stunned by that blow! 6:23
03:00 Villa is starting to suck wind... 6:23
03:00 This fight appears to be very close at this point. 6:23
03:00 The bell ending Round 10 sounds and the fighters return to their corners. 6:25

Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Villa rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:06 Monzon received a pep talk from Jimmy August before he left his corner; we'll see if it worked. 0:0
0:06 Quick efficient work in the corner of Villa has the cut under the right eye under control. There's not even a trickle of blood showing. 0:0
0:07 Villa gives a nice head feint and then lands a hook to the head of Monzon. 2:0
0:16 Monzon is trying to avoid shots to the body. He'd better look out for shots to the head! 2:0
0:24 Monzon dances gracefully across the canvas 2:0
0:29 That was a spirited exchange that saw both men score well, though Villa had the edge. 5:2
0:40 Villa lands with a short, quick uppercut in close. 7:2
0:54 Guzman yells at the fighters to separate but Villa and Monzon are a tangle of arms. 7:2
0:59 Villa uses his shoulder to force Monzon out of the clinch. 7:2
01:04 Villa snakes the jab through Monzon's gloves. He had some snap on that one. 9:2
01:17 Monzon is challenging Villa to fight him and quit clinching. 9:2
01:22 Monzon pushes Villa away. 9:2
01:26 Villa connects with a double jab, followed by a right. 11:2
01:31 It looks like Villa and Monzon are both breathing heavily... 11:2
01:40 OH! Monzon landed the big hook flush! 11:6
01:40 That was a beautiful shot, Villa's eyes actually rolled back in his head! It's amazing that he's still upright! 11:6
01:53 The fighters are at ring center... 11:6
01:57 Villa grabs and holds Monzon... 11:6
02:06 Villa and Monzon each take a step back. 11:6
02:11 Villa drives a stiff jab to the midsection. 14:6
02:28 Villa looks for a breather; he grabs Monzon and holds on. Monzon pushes Pancho Villa off and looks for an opening. 14:6
02:32 The Referee breaks it up... 14:6
02:36 Carlos Monzon pushes Villa away to give himself a little more space to work with. 14:6
02:44 Villa wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Monzon's defense. 14:6
03:00 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 14:6
03:00 Guzman moves them apart. 14:6
03:00 Villa appears to have this fight under control. 14:6
03:00 And there's the bell ending Round 11. 14:7

Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The crowd would like to see a knockout as the bell sounds for Round 12, the final round of the fight. 0:0
0:07 Jimmy August knows Carlos Monzon lost that last round, but he took the postive approach between rounds. 0:0
0:11 Villa pops a jab home. That punch didn't hurt but it still scored points. 2:0
0:25 Monzon wraps his arms around Villa. 2:0
0:30 Guzman separates them. 2:0
0:39 Monzon lands a hard cross! 2:4
0:39 Villa was rattled by that shot and he is hurt! 2:4
0:48 Villa is covering up to prevent body shots, but he's leaving his chin dangerously unprotected! 2:4
0:55 Monzon misses wildly with the hook. 2:4
01:05 There's some nice hand speed. Monzon fired off a volley of shots, several of which scored. 2:6
01:22 Villa ties up Monzon. 2:6
01:31 Guzman moves in to break the clinch. 2:6
01:45 Monzon fires a volley of punches but Villa was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 2:6
01:54 Monzon lets a quick hook go, catching Villa moving in. 2:8
01:58 Pancho Villa is starting to carry his arms lower...he's tired. That's dangerous! 2:8
01:58 Monzon is breathing heavily... 2:8
02:10 Monzon scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 2:12
02:10 That series of punches rocked Villa and he looks to be in trouble. 2:12
02:25 Monzon is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Villa. 2:12
02:37 Guzman separates the two... 2:12
02:46 Villa picks off the uppercut by Monzon. 2:12
02:48 Monzon tastes Villa's jab 4:12
03:00 Villa moves into a neutral corner. 4:12
03:00 Monzon's constant movement can be frustrating to an opponent who's not capable of cutting off the ring on him. 4:12
03:00 Both fighters look finished as the fight ends with the ringing of the bell. 3:12

Fight Result

Lupe Contreras has the call...

Ladies and Gentlmen, the scorecards are in, and here is your official decision...

Soeren Saugmann, Denmark scores the bout 115 to 114 for Carlos Monzon

Hector Hernandez, Mexico scores the bout 116 to 113 for Pancho Villa

Jerry Griffin, United States scores the bout 115 to 114 for...

...Carlos Monzon

The winner by split decision is Carlos Monzon!


Score Cards

Soeren Saugmann Round Total
Denmark 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pancho Villa 9 10 9 9 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 114
Carlos Monzon 10 9 10 10 10 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 115

Jerry Griffin Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pancho Villa 9 10 9 9 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 114
Carlos Monzon 10 9 10 10 10 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 115

Hector Hernandez Round Total
Mexico 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pancho Villa 9 10 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 116
Carlos Monzon 10 9 10 10 9 9 9 10 9 10 9 9 113

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pancho Villa 27 30 27 27 28 30 30 30 30 27 30 28 344
Carlos Monzon 30 27 30 30 29 27 27 30 27 30 27 29 343


Statistics
Categories Pancho Villa Carlos Monzon
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 5.58 4.75
Hooks / Round 5.25 4.50
Crosses / Round 4.83 4.00
Combinations / Round 5.17 4.50
Uppercuts / Round 4.42 3.58


Punches Landed / Round 25.25 21.33
Punches Missed / Round 53.25 46.17


Punching Accuracy 32.2% 31.6%


Total Number of Fouls 1 0
Using Open Glove 1


Foul Penalties:
Caution 1


Suffered Accidental Head Butt 1


Cuts totals (opened/reopened/worsened) 1 / 0 / 0 0 / 0 / 0
Cuts after head butts (opened/reopened/worsened) 0 / 0 / 0 0 / 0 / 0


Cut locations breakdown:
Cut under right eye 1 / 0 / 0


Bouts halted to check cut(s) 0 0


Corner work on closing cuts (trials/success):
Trickle 0 / 0 0 / 0
Minor 0 / 0 0 / 0
Bleeding 1 / 1 0 / 0
Bad 0 / 0 0 / 0
Heavy 0 / 0 0 / 0
Gushing 0 / 0 0 / 0


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 2 / 2 0 / 0
Fight Inside 0 / 0 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 5 / 4 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Defensive) 1 / 1 5 / 5
Go for KO 0 / 0 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 0 / 0 2 / 2
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 3 / 2 3 / 0


Title Bout Championship Boxing 2.5 - Copyright © 2008 OOTP Developments

[BoxBuzz]

Preliminary 1
Julio Cesar Chavez vs Floyd Mayweather Jr

Fight info: Ector County Coliseum, Odessa, TX, United States, 2012-06-26, announcer is Bob Alexander, referee is Frank Cappuccino, the bout will be scored by three judges: Vince Delgado (United States), Jesus Manuel Cova (United States) and Pawel Kardyni (Poland), ring card girl is Amy Longlegs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, referee or doctor can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 4/Scorecard after 4, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'random', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Julio Cesar Chavez - Record: 4-4-1 (2) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Bill Gore - Cut Man: Lenny DeJesus
In the blue corner: Floyd Mayweather Jr - Record: 1-6-2 (1) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Floyd Mayweather Sr. - Cut Man: Ralph Citro

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 There's the bell and this contest is underway. 0:0
0:10 Chavez throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Floyd Mayweather Jr but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 0:0
0:13 Mayweather Jr lands a flurry to the ribs of Chavez. 0:2
0:25 Floyd Mayweather Jr ducks into an uppercut from Chavez. 2:2
0:39 Chavez lands a solid hook! 6:2
0:39 Mayweather Jr looks shaken! 6:2
0:51 Mayweather Jr throws a punch and lands. Chavez scores with a counter. Looks like both fighters were effective in that exchange. 8:4
01:07 Chavez lands a strong hook! 12:4
01:07 Mayweather Jr is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 12:4
01:16 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight. The fans are really in to it. 12:4
01:19 Chavez connects with an uppercut. He can make good use of that punch if he can continue to get inside. 14:4
01:29 A hard jab to the stomach makes Mayweather Jr gasp!! 17:4
01:37 Both fighters come into this fight predicting a win... Not that you'd expect anything else. 17:4
01:47 Some nice infighting ends with Mayweather Jr getting an uppercut in. 17:6
02:01 Chavez takes a hard combination from Mayweather Jr 17:10
02:01 How is Chavez standing after that? 17:10
02:18 Chavez is moving his head and shoulders side to side, but his feet are not going anywhere, giving Mayweather Jr a decent target to shoot for. 17:10
02:27 Chavez shuffles slowly forward, constantly pressuring Mayweather Jr. 17:10
02:39 Mayweather Jr lands a devastating hook! 17:14
02:39 Chavez was stunned by that blow! 17:14
03:00 Mayweather Jr pins Chavez's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 17:14
03:00 Cappuccino moves them apart. 17:14
03:00 That round personified the word brawl, as both fighters really went at it the for entire three minutes. 19:13

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 2 gets underway as the fighters move to the middle of the ring. 0:0
0:15 Chavez comes in low. Mayweather Jr puts a headlock on him. Cappuccino knocks Mayweather Jr's arm off Chavez's head. 0:0
0:20 Cappuccino moves in to break the clinch. 0:0
0:24 Mayweather Jr's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:29 Mayweather Jr lands a hard cross! 0:5
0:29 Chavez is suddenly in trouble! 0:5
0:47 Mayweather Jr leaves the jab just short. 0:5
01:18 Chavez misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 0:5
01:25 That hook by Mayweather Jr jarred Chavez! 0:9
01:25 Chavez seems to be in big trouble after that blow... 0:9
01:46 Mayweather Jr fires a shot, but it glances off Chavez's shoulder. 0:9
01:48 Mayweather Jr tried a jab but he left it hanging out there, and Chavez lands a sizzling cross over the lazy jab. 3:9
02:02 Chavez misses with that combination. 3:9
02:05 Mayweather Jr plants a cross on Chavez's rib cage. 3:11
02:22 Chavez works free! The fighters move to ring center. 3:11
02:35 Mayweather Jr misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 3:11
02:37 Chavez gets his head on the chest of Mayweather Jr as He tries to outmuscle him on the inside, scoring with a nice short hook to the head. 5:11
02:54 Mayweather Jr fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 5:11
03:00 Mayweather Jr just can't find the range with that hook. 5:11
03:00 The bell ending Round 2 sounds and the fighters return to their corners. 6:11

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Chavez looks to be in good shape as Round 3 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 Bill Gore not only gave Chavez encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Mayweather Jr. Now it's up to Julio Cesar Chavez to implement it. 0:0
0:08 Chavez retreats into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:13 Mayweather Jr is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 0:0
0:25 Chavez lands a smashing hook! 4:0
0:25 Mayweather Jr is gasping for air!! 4:0
0:46 Chavez is motioning with his gloves for Mayweather Jr to bring it on, but Chavez is not being overly aggressive himself right now. 4:0
0:54 Mayweather Jr lands a crushing cross! 4:4
0:54 Julio Cesar Chavez is reeling.. 4:4
01:10 Mayweather Jr misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 4:4
01:17 The two men are circling one another, looking for an opening. 4:4
01:23 Chavez gets in a hook to the body of Mayweather Jr. 6:4
01:36 Mayweather Jr has Chavez trapped in the upper left neutral corner... 6:4
01:41 Mayweather Jr just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Chavez with a sharp combination! 6:9
01:41 Chavez is suddenly in trouble after those punches! 6:9
01:59 * Chavez drives home a brutal cross to Mayweather Jr's head and down he goes!!! 6:9
02:01 Cappuccino positions himself over Mayweather Jr and starts the count.. 14:9
02:01 1... 14:9
02:02 2... 14:9
02:03 3... 14:9
02:04 4... 14:9
02:05 5... 14:9
02:06 6... 14:9
02:07 7... 14:9
02:07 * Mayweather Jr's legs look bad as he manages to rise from the knockdown. 14:9
02:07 Cappuccino looks closely at Mayweather Jr who indicates he is ok, and the fight will continue... 14:9
02:07 Chavez senses that he can end this fight now if he can just land a few more punches. 14:9
02:21 Mayweather Jr picks off the jab thrown by Chavez. 14:9
02:27 Chavez leans on Mayweather Jr and fires a weak hook to the ribs. 16:9
02:27 Chavez has Mayweather Jr hurt, now let's see what kind of finisher Chavez is. 16:9
02:35 Floyd Mayweather Jr slides into the corner... 16:9
02:40 Chavez lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Mayweather Jr. 16:9
02:51 Chavez tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 16:9
03:00 Chavez drops his shoulder as if to throw a right, then quickly rips a quick left hook to the body. 20:9
03:00 Mayweather Jr is clutching his side! 20:9
03:00 Oh, there's nothing like a knockdown to bring a crowd to it's feet and those in attendance here are cheering loudly as the round closes. 20:10

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 4. 0:0
0:06 Bill Gore was extremely upbeat during the break with Chavez providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:06 Chavez is blocked in his own corner... 0:0
0:06 Mayweather Jr doubles up to the body. He got Chavez's attention with those shots. 0:3
0:11 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 0:3
0:20 Chavez fires a lead right that Mayweather Jr manages to avoid. 0:3
0:23 Mayweather Jr scores with the jab. 0:5
0:32 Chavez backs into the upper corner. 0:5
0:32 Mayweather Jr really drove that combination to the body home with authority, you could hear those shots land all through the arena. 0:8
0:41 Chavez is trapped in Mayweather Jr's corner... 0:8
0:41 Mayweather Jr lands a perfectly timed cross that puts Chavez back on his heels. 0:11
0:54 Mayweather Jr lands a quick jab. He'd like to keep Chavez on the end of that punch. 0:13
01:08 Chavez really buried that punch into Mayweather Jr's ribs. 4:13
01:08 Mayweather Jr is hurt! 4:13
01:17 Mayweather Jr doesn't have to look for Chavez this round. He is right there in front of him. 4:13
01:31 Chavez is off target with that uppercut. 4:13
01:38 There's a straight right by Mayweather Jr! 4:18
01:38 Chavez is dazed and he is in trouble!! 4:18
01:58 Mayweather Jr misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 4:18
02:05 Chavez lands a wicked cross! 8:18
02:05 Mercy! that was a crushing blow! Mayweather Jr is trying to hang on... 8:18
02:09 Mayweather Jr appears to be rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 8:18
02:14 Mayweather Jr lands a big hook to the jaw of Chavez. Chavez was stopped cold by that shot. 8:21
02:23 As high as Chavez is holding his gloves he is leaving his body wide open to a damaging body punch if Mayweather Jr takes advantage of it. 8:21
02:27 Julio Cesar Chavez bangs home a hard cross. 11:21
02:40 Mayweather Jr is really fluid in his movement. 11:21
02:48 Seems like both fighters are landing a lot of punches, which will start to takes it's toll. 11:21
02:52 Those were mostly arm punches from Chavez but several got through. 13:21
03:00 Chavez has Mayweather Jr trapped! 13:21
03:00 Mayweather Jr holds his arms up in disgust as Chavez holds him around his waist. 13:21
03:00 * Mayweather Jr is being cautioned for leaning on the neck of his opponent when the two men get tangled up inside. 13:21
03:00 The crowd is literally screaming in approval as the two fighters look for a minutes respite after a sizzling round of action. 12:23

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Chavez didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 5. 0:0
0:16 Not the cleanest of combinations from Chavez but it still scored effectively. 3:0
0:21 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 3:0
0:30 Mayweather Jr takes a heavy combination downstairs. 7:0
0:30 Mayweather Jr appears shaken by those punches! 7:0
0:43 Chavez charges Mayweather Jr trying to get inside 7:0
0:48 Chavez is keeping away from the ropes. 7:0
0:53 Chavez tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Mayweather Jr blocks it. 7:0
0:55 Mayweather Jr connects to the head with a powerful right cross. 7:3
01:08 It is a good boxing crowd tonight. They know the game and are reacting to every good punch that lands. 7:3
01:15 Chavez cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Mayweather Jr had his elbows tucked in nicely. 7:3
01:18 * Cappuccino is telling Mayweather Jr to quit holding and hitting. 7:6
01:36 Mayweather Jr traps Chavez in the corner! 7:6
01:36 Mayweather Jr throws a quick, compact uppercut that scores to the head of Chavez. 7:9
01:52 Julio Cesar Chavez works free! He backs to ring center, with Mayweather Jr following. 7:9
01:57 Mayweather Jr backs into a neutral corner. 7:9
02:01 Chavez looks for a breather; he grabs Mayweather Jr and holds on. Mayweather Jr pushes Chavez off and looks for an opening. 7:9
02:06 Cappuccino separates the two... 7:9
02:11 These guys are really going at it but Mayweather Jr looks to be getting the worse of it. 10:11
02:20 Chavez throws a hook to the ribs with authority. 13:11
02:34 Julio Cesar Chavez dips as if to launch a body shot, then goes upstairs with a quick hook to the head that puts Floyd Mayweather Jr back on his heels! 18:11
02:34 That was a beautiful shot, Mayweather Jr's eyes actually rolled back in his head! It's amazing that he's still upright! 18:11
02:48 Mayweather Jr just comes up short with the jab. 18:11
02:50 Mayweather Jr eats a left-right from Chavez 20:11
03:00 The crowd shows their appreciation of the efforts of both fighters, as the two warriors make their way to their respective corners. 22:11

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Chavez looks to be in excellent shape as Round 6 gets underway. 0:0
0:11 Mayweather Jr throws a flurry of punches but Chavez either blocks or slips them. 0:0
0:13 Mayweather Jr takes a hook as he tries to work inside. 2:0
0:17 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 2:0
0:27 Chavez fires a volley of punches but Mayweather Jr was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 2:0
0:34 Chavez retreats into the near right corner. 2:0
0:34 Mayweather Jr continues to pop the jab 2:2
0:48 Chavez snakes the jab through Mayweather Jr's gloves. He had some snap on that one. 4:2
01:01 That was a violent straight right by Chavez! 8:2
01:01 Mayweather Jr is gasping for air!! 8:2
01:10 Mayweather Jr is covering up to prevent body shots, but he's leaving his chin dangerously unprotected! 8:2
01:19 Chavez telegraphed that shot and Mayweather Jr ducks under it easily. 8:2
01:21 Mayweather Jr shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 8:4
01:35 Chavez wraps up Mayweather Jr. 8:4
01:39 The Referee breaks it up... 8:4
01:44 Chavez seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 8:4
01:48 Julio Cesar Chavez slides into a neutral corner... 8:4
01:52 Mayweather Jr wraps up Chavez... Neither fighter will break... 8:4
01:57 Cappuccino separates them. 8:4
02:01 Mayweather Jr's corner is shouting at him to be more aggressive. He seems to hear but it remains to be seen if he'll follow the advice. 8:4
02:09 Chavez is just missing by a hair with his punches. 8:4
02:19 Chavez is putting his punches together, scoring well with combinations. 10:4
02:34 Both fighters move to ring center. 10:4
02:38 Chavez catches Mayweather Jr coming in with a sweet uppercut! 14:4
02:38 Floyd Mayweather Jr is suddenly in trouble! 14:4
02:48 Chavez moves into a neutral corner. 14:4
02:48 Mayweather Jr unleashes a flurry of punches, but Chavez answers right back. 16:6
03:00 Mayweather Jr swings...and misses. 16:6
03:00 Cappuccino motions the fighters to their corners as the bell sounds to end Round 6. 16:5

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 7 begins. 0:0
0:11 Mayweather Jr clamps Chavez's arms to his side and holds on until Cappuccino breaks the hold. 0:0
0:20 Cappuccino separates the two... 0:0
0:20 Mayweather Jr is fatigued. That's going to make him more susceptible to a knockdown. 0:0
0:27 Mayweather Jr has Chavez blocked in! 0:0
0:32 Considering the clinch Mayweather Jr has on Chavez it looks like he wants to dance with him, not fight him. Chavez pushes him away. 0:0
0:36 Cappuccino has to break them apart. 0:0
0:45 Mayweather Jr is clinching... 0:0
0:54 Now they break clean. 0:0
0:59 Both fighters need to close the distance between them. 0:0
01:02 Mayweather Jr lands the lead cross. 0:2
01:15 Mayweather Jr seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 0:2
01:18 Mayweather Jr lands a volley of punches and at least one scored cleanly. 0:4
01:28 Chavez digs a short hook to ribs of Floyd Mayweather Jr. 2:4
01:37 The two men are bumping heads as they wrestle on the inside. Now, Mayweather Jr lands a short uppercut to the chin of Julio Cesar Chavez. 2:6
01:47 Mayweather Jr lands a jolting uppercut that snaps back the head of Julio Cesar Chavez. 2:9
01:59 Chavez works his way inside and scores with a hook to the body. 4:9
02:16 Chavez appears to be trying to load up on his punches. 4:9
02:24 Chavez pins Mayweather Jr's arms. Now they move apart. 4:9
02:33 Chavez shoves Mayweather Jr away. 4:9
02:51 The two fighters lean on one another. Their arms are free and they should be throwing punches. Now they separate and the action resumes. 4:9
02:59 Mayweather Jr just landed a devastating three punch combo! 4:13
02:59 That series of punches rocked Chavez and he looks to be in trouble. 4:13
03:00 The seconds tick off the clock ending Round 7. 3:13

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 8 begins as the bell sounds. 0:0
0:07 Chavez has Mayweather Jr pinned! 0:0
0:16 * Mayweather Jr is smothered in a barrage of punches! He's down!!! 0:0
0:19 Cappuccino begins the count over Mayweather Jr as Chavez moves to a neutral corner.. 7:0
0:19 1... 7:0
0:20 2... 7:0
0:21 3... 7:0
0:22 4... 7:0
0:23 5... 7:0
0:24 The count is at 6 as Mayweather Jr struggles to his knees. 7:0
0:24 * Mayweather Jr is up and leaning on the ropes. Now he comes off them and looks toward Chavez. 7:0
0:24 The fight will continue as Cappuccino appears satisfied that Mayweather Jr is OK. 7:0
0:24 Chavez has Mayweather Jr in a world of trouble. Let's see if he can finish him here in the 8th. 7:0
0:37 Chavez is jockeying for position as he tries to force Floyd Mayweather Jr back into the corner. 7:0
0:50 Chavez just comes up short with the combination. 7:0
0:57 Mayweather Jr is trapped in his own corner... 7:0
0:57 Chavez has a real weapon in that jab of his. he should use it more. 10:0
0:57 Mayweather Jr is dazed as Chavez looks to put him away! 10:0
01:06 Chavez pins Mayweather Jr in the corner! 10:0
01:10 Julio Cesar Chavez doesn't connect with the cross. 10:0
01:26 He can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 10:0
01:37 Chavez misses wildly with the Hook. 10:0
01:48 Chavez lets his hands go inside, but Mayweather Jr protects his body well. 10:0
01:55 Mayweather Jr moves into the far left corner. 10:0
01:55 Chavez throws a punch and lands. Mayweather Jr scores with a counter. Looks like Chavez was a little more effective. 13:2
02:04 Mayweather Jr has Chavez cornered! 13:2
02:09 Floyd Mayweather Jr voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 13:2
02:21 Mayweather Jr is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Chavez. 13:2
02:30 The fighters separate after a clinch. 13:2
02:38 Chavez works the body, landing an uppercut. 15:2
02:55 Mayweather Jr is on his bicycle as he looks to stay away from Chavez 15:2
03:00 It looks like Chavez has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 15:2
03:00 The bell rings and the crowd is on fire, that knockdown was definitely worth the price of admission 17:3

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Mayweather Jr looks to be in fair shape as Round 9 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 Chavez got some great advice from Bill Gore between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 9. 0:0
0:07 Chavez retreats into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:12 Mayweather Jr misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 0:0
0:23 Chavez grabs and holds Mayweather Jr... 0:0
0:32 Julio Cesar Chavez and Mayweather Jr each take a step back. 0:0
0:40 Chavez lands the hook downstairs as he continues to find openings in Mayweather Jr's defense. 3:0
0:58 Mayweather Jr whiffs with the uppercut. 3:0
01:00 * Chavez is told to quit holding and hitting by Cappuccino. 7:0
01:18 Mayweather Jr slides into a neutral corner... 7:0
01:22 Chavez looks to work the body, but Mayweather Jr covers up nicely. 7:0
01:29 Cappuccino is getting too involved in the fight and is becoming more of a factor than a referee is supposed to be. 7:0
01:32 Mayweather Jr is trying to find his timing. Punches that were finding the mark before are missing now. 7:0
01:35 The cross scores for Chavez. He needs to throw that punch more often. 9:0
01:51 Chavez lands a strong hook! 14:0
01:51 Chavez has Mayweather Jr in trouble, he is hurt and trying to hang on!! 14:0
01:55 Last round's knockdown doesn't appear to have had any carry over here in Round 9. 14:0
02:06 Chavez is stalking his opponent. 14:0
02:16 Mayweather Jr usues subtle movement and a tight guard protecting his body as Chavez tries vainly to score. 14:0
02:28 Chavez feels his back touch the ropes and tries to reverse his position. He doesn't want to be the one trapped there. 14:0
02:36 Mayweather Jr unleashes a fusilade of punches to Chavez's head. 14:3
02:50 Mayweather Jr is clinching... Chavez is trying to free his gloves... They are under Mayweather Jr's arms... 14:3
02:55 Cappuccino has to break the clinch. 14:3
03:00 Chavez backs into his own corner... 14:3
03:00 Chavez appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 14:3
03:00 And there's the bell ending Round 9. 16:2

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Amy 'The Smile' Longlegs exits the ring to wild cheering. We await the bell, signaling the start of Round 10. There it is! 0:0
0:09 Mayweather Jr fires the jab. It finds its target. 0:2
0:29 Mayweather Jr drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 0:6
0:29 Chavez was hurt by those blows! 0:6
0:34 Chavez needs to catch his second wind... 0:6
0:43 OH! Mayweather Jr landed the big hook flush! 0:10
0:43 Chavez looks shaken! 0:10
0:56 Mayweather Jr lands a devastating uppercut! 0:14
0:56 That's the punch Mayweather Jr hoped to land! Chavez looks to be in bad shape after that blow! 0:14
01:09 Mayweather Jr seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 0:14
01:12 Mayweather Jr shoots the jab into the chest of Chavez. 0:16
01:17 * Some rather severe swelling is suddenly visible under the Chavez's left eye. 0:16
01:30 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 0:16
01:35 Mayweather Jr pushes Chavez away. 0:16
01:40 Mayweather Jr gets off a quick combination to the body 0:18
01:45 Both fighters look fatigued... 0:18
01:45 Chavez seems bothered by the increased swelling around the left eye. 0:18
01:58 Mayweather Jr fires and misses. 0:18
02:05 Chavez landed a sharp combination that rocked Floyd Mayweather Jr back on his heels! 5:18
02:05 Mayweather Jr is trying to regroup after those punches... 5:18
02:18 Floyd Mayweather Jr pins Chavez in the corner! 5:18
02:22 Mayweather Jr scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 5:23
02:22 Those punches hurt Chavez and he looks to hang on. 5:23
02:35 Mayweather Jr traps Chavez in the corner! 5:23
02:39 Mayweather Jr ties up Chavez. 5:23
02:44 Referee Cappuccino separates the two... 5:23
02:48 Chavez's corner is shouting to their man, encouraging him to pick up the action. 5:23
02:52 Mayweather Jr has Chavez cornered! 5:23
02:56 Mayweather Jr lands a vicious cross! 5:27
02:56 That blast sent Chavez reeling into the ropes! 5:27
03:00 The increased swelling around the left eye of Chavez is fast becoming a hindurance. 5:27
03:00 Chavez appears to have this fight under control. 5:27
03:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 5:27

Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Chavez was a little slow getting off his stool this round. 0:0
0:06 Floyd Mayweather Sr. seemed to pump up Floyd Mayweather Jr between rounds. 0:0
0:06 If the swelling was lessened by Julio Cesar Chavez's corner, it wasn't reduced enough to make a big difference. It's going to be a factor in this fight if it continues to worsen. 0:0
0:11 Floyd Mayweather Jr is challenging Chavez to fight him and quit clinching. 0:0
0:15 Chavez uses his shoulder to force Mayweather Jr out of the clinch. 0:0
0:24 Mayweather Jr picks off the cross by Chavez. 0:0
0:38 Cappuccino is earning his pay tonight. He is spending half his time separating the fighters or yelling at them to fight. 0:0
0:47 Mayweather Jr smothers Chavez's attack as Chavez tries to get off some shots inside. 0:0
0:54 Mayweather Jr moves into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:58 Chavez connects with a violent uppercut! 4:0
0:58 Mayweather Jr was stopped cold by that punch and he is staggering across the ring! 4:0
01:07 Chavez goes to the body with an uppercut, though there was not much behind it. 6:0
01:23 Chavez retreats into a neutral corner. 6:0
01:23 Mayweather Jr connects with a left-right combo. 6:2
01:28 The swelling around Julio Cesar Chavez's left eye is getting messy and his vision has to be obscured. 6:2
01:40 Julio Cesar Chavez seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 6:2
01:44 There's a punishing hook to the midsection from Mayweather Jr. 6:5
01:56 Mayweather Jr brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 6:5
02:01 Mayweather Jr pummels Chavez, capping off his assault with a stiff combination! 6:9
02:01 Chavez is going to need to regroup after that series of blows... 6:9
02:10 Chavez scores with a pinpoint hook to the chin of Mayweather Jr. 9:9
02:19 Floyd Mayweather Jr retreats into his own corner... 9:9
02:23 Chavez throws a crushing right to Floyd Mayweather Jr's jaw! 13:9
02:23 Mayweather Jr staggers into the ropes! He is struggling to remain upright! 13:9
02:40 Chavez traps Mayweather Jr's gloves under his arms. He won't let go until Cappuccino breaks it up. 13:9
02:45 Cappuccino separates the two fighters. 13:9
02:58 Chavez misses with that punch. 13:9
03:00 Non stop action as they battled from pillar to post in that round!! 13:9

Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 As the bell sounds for the final round, it looks as if the scorecards will determine the outcome of this fight. 0:0
0:08 The swelling on the face of Chavez is almost as pronounced as it was before his corner worked on it, in spite of their efforts. 0:0
0:15 Chavez muscles his way inside. 0:0
0:19 Floyd Mayweather Sr. knows Floyd Mayweather Jr lost that last round, but he took the postive approach between rounds. 0:0
0:24 Mayweather Jr scores with a winging right! Chavez's head snapped back violently with that punch! 0:4
0:24 Chavez was rattled by that shot and he is hurt! 0:4
0:28 There has to be something done about the swelling around Chavez's left eye as it continues to worsen. 0:4
0:38 Chavez just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 0:8
0:38 Chavez is hurt! 0:8
0:58 Chavez tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Mayweather Jr. 0:8
01:05 Chavez backs into a neutral corner. 0:8
01:09 Mayweather Jr has his arms wrapped around Julio Cesar Chavez... Now they separate. 0:8
01:18 Mayweather Jr finally lets go of Chavez. 0:8
01:26 Mayweather Jr moves into the upper left corner. 0:8
01:30 Chavez drives that short hook into Mayweather Jr's midsection! 4:8
01:30 Floyd Mayweather Jr is clutching his side! 4:8
01:40 Chavez backs into the left corner. 4:8
01:44 Chavez tries to muscle inside but Floyd Mayweather Jr clinches him. 4:8
01:49 Cappuccino pries them apart. 4:8
01:58 Floyd Mayweather Jr wings a big left hand at Chavez but the latter sidesteps the punch. 4:8
02:05 That was a violent straight right by Chavez! 9:8
02:05 Mayweather Jr is trying to regroup after those punches... 9:8
02:21 Chavez has Mayweather Jr trapped in the upper left neutral corner... 9:8
02:21 Julio Cesar Chavez snaps Mayweather Jr's head back with a jolting uppercut. 12:8
02:39 Mayweather Jr cranks up the hook and connects to Chavez's jaw, that one had bad intent behind it! 12:12
02:39 Chavez's knee almost touched the canvas... 12:12
02:48 Chavez slides into the corner... 12:12
02:53 Mayweather Jr grabs Chavez again. If this were football, there'd be a penalty flag for holding. 12:12
02:57 Chavez pushes Mayweather Jr away. 12:12
03:00 Chavez is getting frustrated as Mayweather Jr continues to hold on to him. Chavez is punching Mayweather Jr's head, trying to break his hold. Finally, Cappuccino pushes the fighters apart. 12:12
03:00 Cappuccino is shouting at Mayweather Jr to break! 12:12
03:00 And the bell sounds ending the round and the fight. This one's gone the distance and we'll await the decision of the judges. 13:12

Fight Result

Let's go to Bob Alexander for the call...

Ladies and Gentlmen, the scorecards are in, and here is your official decision...

Vince Delgado, United States scores the bout 116 to 110

Jesus Manuel Cova, United States scores the bout 116 to 110

Pawel Kardyni, Poland scores the bout 117 to 109

And your winner by unanimous decision Julio Cesar Chavez!!!


Score Cards

Vince Delgado Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julio Cesar Chavez 10 9 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 116
Floyd Mayweather Jr 9 10 8 10 9 9 10 8 9 10 9 9 110

Jesus Manuel Cova Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julio Cesar Chavez 10 9 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 116
Floyd Mayweather Jr 9 10 8 10 9 9 10 8 9 10 9 9 110

Pawel Kardyni Round Total
Poland 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julio Cesar Chavez 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 117
Floyd Mayweather Jr 9 10 8 10 9 9 9 8 9 10 9 9 109

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julio Cesar Chavez 30 27 30 27 30 30 28 30 30 27 30 30 349
Floyd Mayweather Jr 27 30 24 30 27 27 29 24 27 30 27 27 329


Statistics
Categories Julio Cesar Chavez Floyd Mayweather Jr
Knockdowns scored 2 0


Jabs / Round 3.42 4.00
Hooks / Round 7.75 3.42
Crosses / Round 5.25 5.58
Combinations / Round 4.25 4.25
Uppercuts / Round 3.42 4.58


Punches Landed / Round 24.08 21.83
Punches Missed / Round 55.17 34.83


Punching Accuracy 30.4% 38.5%


Total Number of Fouls 1 2
Holding Head and Hitting 1 1
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 1


Foul Penalties:
Caution 1 2


Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 2 / 2
Fight Inside 4 / 4 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 0 / 0 5 / 5
Fight Outside (Defensive) 1 / 1 0 / 0
Go for KO 3 / 3 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 2 / 2 5 / 4
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 0 / 0 0 / 0

[BoxBuzz]

Preliminary 2
Jack Dempsey vs Roy Jones Jr

Fight info: Governors Foot Guard Hall, Hartford, CT, United States, 2012-06-26, announcer is Pat Harker, referee is Rocky Burke, the bout will be scored by three judges: Arno Pokrandt (Germany), Scott Morrison (United States) and Artur Ellensohn (Germany), ring card girl is Amy Longlegs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, referee or doctor can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 4/Scorecard after 4, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'random', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Jack Dempsey - Record: 10-4-2 (8) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Nirmal Lorick - Cut Man: Al Gavin
In the blue corner: Roy Jones Jr - Record: 5-4-0 (1) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Phil Borgia - Cut Man: Bill Gibson

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 We're about to get underway... And there's the bell as Round 1 begins. 0:0
0:06 Dempsey feints downstairs, then launches a scorching hook that lands flush on Jones Jr's jaw. 3:0
0:16 Dempsey lands a quick jab. He'd like to keep Jones Jr on the end of that punch. 5:0
0:40 Dempsey plants a cross on Jones Jr's rib cage. 7:0
0:53 Hide the china because Dempsey is like a bull in there, charging forward with reckless abandon. 7:0
01:08 Roy Jones Jr tastes Dempsey's jab 9:0
01:24 Jones Jr is either lucky or has radar. Dempsey's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 9:0
01:31 Jones Jr lands a solid uppercut! 9:4
01:31 And Dempsey's in big trouble now! 9:4
01:40 As high as Jones Jr is holding his gloves he is leaving his body wide open to a damaging body punch if Dempsey takes advantage of it. 9:4
01:44 Dempsey scores with three hard shots in a row to the midsection! 12:4
01:53 Jones Jr doesn't have to look for Dempsey this round. He is right there in front of him. 12:4
02:01 Dempsey ties up Jones Jr... Let's hope this does not turn into a wrestling match. 12:4
02:06 Jones Jr works his way free! 12:4
02:10 Jones Jr's corner is shouting to their man, encouraging him to pick up the action. 12:4
02:17 Dempsey tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Jones Jr blocks it. 12:4
02:20 Jones Jr gives a nice head feint and then lands a hook to the head of Dempsey. 12:6
02:34 Jones Jr works free! He backs to ring center, with Dempsey following. 12:6
02:45 Dempsey continues to come forward but he should be moving in behind punches. 12:6
02:55 Jones Jr moves into the left corner. 12:6
02:55 Dempsey gets his head on the chest of Jones Jr as He tries to outmuscle him on the inside, scoring with a nice short hook to the head. 14:6
03:00 There's the bell ending Round 1. 16:7

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Jones Jr looks a bit disgusted as Round 2 gets underway. 0:0
0:13 * Dempsey is told to watch holding and hitting by Burke 3:0
0:32 Roy Jones Jr is trapped in his own corner... 3:0
0:36 Dempsey cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Jones Jr had his elbows tucked in nicely. 3:0
0:39 Jones Jr connects with an uppercut to the head of Dempsey. 3:2
0:48 Dempsey backs into the near corner. 3:2
0:52 Jones Jr just comes up short with the hook. 3:2
0:59 Dempsey is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. If this helps win fights, he has a real good shot tonight. 3:2
01:02 Jones Jr has Dempsey pinned! 3:2
01:07 Jones Jr is probing with his jab as he tries to find an opening in Jack Dempsey's defense. 3:2
01:16 Jones Jr is moving laterally and not straight back, which is exactly what he should be doing. 3:2
01:21 Both fighters move back to ring center. 3:2
01:25 Jones Jr lands a smashing hook! 3:6
01:25 Dempsey is clutching his side! 3:6
01:47 Both men look to measure one another. 3:6
01:50 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 3:6
01:58 Jack Dempsey wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Jones Jr's defense. 3:6
02:05 Jones Jr catches Dempsey coming in with a sweet uppercut! 3:10
02:05 Jack Dempsey is badly hurt! 3:10
02:23 Dempsey tries to drop the right hand over the top but Jones Jr ducks under it. 3:10
02:39 Dempsey likes to use the hook but he'd better get a little closer when he throws it or Jones Jr's going to beat him to the punch and hurt him! 5:10
02:55 Jack Dempsey's misses as Jones Jr backpedals away. 5:10
03:00 Dempsey spins around and moves quickly back to his corner at the sound of the bell, ending Round 2. 5:12

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Burke motions the fighters together as the bell sounds to begin Round 3. 0:0
0:08 Roy Jones Jr's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:13 Dempsey is clinching... 0:0
0:22 Dempsey pushes Jones Jr away. 0:0
0:32 Dempsey lands a devastating uppercut! 4:0
0:32 Jones Jr is reeling after that shot! 4:0
0:45 Dempsey whiffs with the uppercut. 4:0
0:52 Jones Jr lands a solid hook! 4:4
0:52 Dempsey is suddenly in trouble! 4:4
01:04 Dempsey pops a jab home. That punch didn't hurt but it still scored points. 6:4
01:18 Dempsey fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 6:4
01:25 Jones Jr dips as if to launch a body shot, then goes upstairs with a quick hook to the head that puts Dempsey back on his heels! 6:9
01:25 Dempsey was staggered by those punches! 6:9
01:34 Dempsey is trapped in Jones Jr's corner... 6:9
01:38 Jones Jr telegraphed that shot and Jack Dempsey ducks under it easily. 6:9
01:45 Dempsey lands a wicked combination! 11:9
01:45 Jones Jr looks to be in big trouble after that barrage! 11:9
02:03 Dempsey fires a volley of punches but Jones Jr was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 11:9
02:10 There's a pause in the action as both fighters regroup. 11:9
02:17 Dempsey goes downstairs with a right cross. 13:9
02:26 Dempsey has Jones Jr cornered! 13:9
02:30 Dempsey bores in determined to maul Jones Jr 13:9
02:39 Jack Dempsey misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 13:9
02:42 Jones Jr hooks off the jab and scores to the body or Jack Dempsey. 13:11
02:59 Dempsey lands a vicious uppercut! 17:11
02:59 How is Jones Jr standing after that? 17:11
03:00 After the bell both fighters continued to throw punches forcing Burke to step in and break it up. 18:11

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center... 0:0
0:15 Jack Dempsey can't score with short uppercut inside. Jones Jr got his gloves in front of the punch. 0:0
0:17 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 0:0
0:21 Both fighters are being extremely cautious in this one. We hadn't expected such a tactical battle. 0:0
0:30 They're coming back to the center of the ring now... 0:0
0:35 Dempsey feels his back touch the ropes and tries to reverse his position. He doesn't want to be the one trapped there. 0:0
0:44 Jack Dempsey grabs and holds Jones Jr... 0:0
0:48 The Referee breaks it up... 0:0
0:53 Dempsey pins Jones Jr in the corner! 0:0
0:53 Dempsey doubles up to the body, though Jones Jr seems unfazed. 2:0
01:07 Dempsey tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 2:0
01:13 The fighters are jockeying for position as both men try to gain the advantage here in the 4th. 2:0
01:20 Jones Jr traps Dempsey in the corner! 2:0
01:25 Jones Jr is moving like a ghost out there, as Dempsey trys in vain to corner him 2:0
01:29 Both fighters keep straying from ring center. Now they're back in the middle of the square. 2:0
01:34 Dempsey wings a big left hand at Jones Jr but the latter sidesteps the punch. 2:0
01:41 Jones Jr connects with a violent hook! 2:5
01:41 Dempsey was shaken by that blow! 2:5
01:56 Dempsey lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 4:5
02:09 "Junior" has Dempsey trapped! 4:5
02:14 Jones Jr tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 4:5
02:34 Look at that subtle shoulder movement. See how Jones Jr rolls them? That throws off your opponent's timing. 4:5
02:39 Jones Jr turns on the hook and drives it home under Dempsey's elbows. 4:8
02:53 Jones Jr lands a crushing cross! 4:12
02:53 Dempsey is gasping for air!! 4:12
02:57 * The round is stopped by Burke. He apparently thought he heard the bell for the end of the round but he is obviously mistaken. 4:12

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 5. 0:0
0:15 Jones Jr fires away but finds nothing but air. 0:0
0:18 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 0:0
0:30 It's a sweet uppercut by Jones Jr! He snapped Dempsey's head straight back with that punch! 0:5
0:30 Dempsey is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 0:5
0:42 Dempsey gets the cross in, making Jones Jr blink. 3:5
01:02 Dempsey holds his arms up in disgust as Jones Jr holds him around his waist. 3:5
01:14 Burke separates them. 3:5
01:19 Quick hands and feet can take you far in this game. Of course, having a good chin helps! 3:5
01:25 Dempsey retreats into his own corner... 3:5
01:30 Dempsey does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Jones Jr's punches in close. 3:5
01:36 Jones Jr takes a hard combination from Dempsey 8:5
01:36 Jones Jr is staggered... 8:5
01:49 Dempsey lands a jab to the midsection 10:5
02:00 Dempsey gets in a short cross to the body. 12:5
02:16 That was a violent straight right by Jones Jr! 12:9
02:16 Jack Dempsey is trying to regroup after those punches... 12:9
02:25 Jones Jr lands the lead cross. 12:11
02:39 Jones Jr just landed a devastating three punch combo! 12:15
02:39 That series of punches rocked Dempsey and he looks to be in trouble. 12:15
02:51 Jones Jr retreats into the upper corner. 12:15
02:55 Dempsey landed a sharp combination that rocked Jones Jr back on his heels! 16:15
02:55 Jones Jr was just battered in that exchange, he is reeling and has no clue where he is. 16:15
03:00 * There's some angry swelling now around the right eye of Jones Jr. Clearly, this is going to hamper his vision. 16:15
03:00 The crowd is on its feet as the round comes to a close, shouting its approval for the rousing action that took place during the round. 16:15

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Jones Jr didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 6. 0:0
0:06 The swelling on the face of Jones Jr is noticeable, even at a distance. Although his corner men were applying cold compresses and trying to work the swelling away from his eyes, Jones Jr still has distension. 0:0
0:07 Dempsey is forced into his own corner... 0:0
0:11 Jones Jr and Dempsey are in a clinch, Burke hollers at them to break and start fighting. 0:0
0:16 Burke moves them apart. 0:0
0:25 Dempsey is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Jones Jr. 0:0
0:34 Now they break clean. 0:0
0:48 "Junior" just landed a three punch combo! 0:4
0:48 Oh my! those were devastating blows! Dempsey is just trying to hang on! 0:4
01:01 Dempsey lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Jones Jr. 0:4
01:04 Jones Jr scores downstairs with a hard cross. 0:7
01:18 Dempsey looks to land a jab but misses the mark. 0:7
01:20 Both fighters want to work inside for the moment, as Jones Jr blasts home a hook. 0:9
01:37 Dempsey appears to be trying to load up on his punches. 0:9
01:46 Jones Jr is boxing beautifully, smoothly moving side to side and in and out. 0:9
01:50 The two men are circling one another, looking for an opening. 0:9
01:58 Jones Jr misses wildly with the hook. 0:9
02:00 Dempsey finds a home for his jab, keeping Jones Jr at bay. 2:9
02:04 There appears to be increased swelling under Jones Jr's right eye. 2:9
02:16 * Dempsey seemed to just paw with that last he threw. It looks like his hand is bothering him more than just a little. 2:9
02:35 Jones Jr looks to work the body, but Dempsey covers up nicely. 2:9
02:42 Dempsey lands a devastating cross! 6:9
02:42 Jones Jr looks shaken! 6:9
02:54 The two fighters have chosen to work on the inside and it's Jones Jr who scores with a short hook to the chest. 6:11
03:00 Round 6 finishes with the sound of the bell. 3:12

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Amy 'The Smile' Longlegs exits the ring to wild cheering. We await the bell, signaling the start of Round 7. There it is! 0:0
0:07 The swelling on the face of Jones Jr is almost as pronounced as it was before his corner worked on it, in spite of their efforts. 0:0
0:12 Dempsey doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 0:0
0:17 Dempsey feels his back touch the ropes and immediately moves away. He doesn't want to get trapped there. 0:0
0:21 Dempsey tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Jones Jr. 0:0
0:24 Jones Jr lands a stinging jab. 0:2
0:40 There's a straight right by Dempsey! 5:2
0:40 That punch may have stunned Jones Jr momentarily. 5:2
0:44 Look for Dempsey to start to target Jones Jr's right eye in an attempt to close it because the swelling under it has continued to grow. 5:2
0:49 Jones Jr takes a cross to the head from Dempsey. 7:2
0:58 Dempsey buries a hook followed by an uppercut to the midsection of Jones Jr 10:2
01:18 Jones Jr is just missing by a hair with his punches. 10:2
01:20 Dempsey is trying to move in behind the jab, which lands. 12:2
01:25 The swelling around Roy Jones Jr's right eye is getting messy and his vision has to be obscured. 12:2
01:29 It is a good boxing crowd tonight. They know the game and are reacting to every good punch that lands. 12:2
01:36 Dempsey goes straight at Jones Jr, a poor way to cut off the ring if that's what he's trying to do. 12:2
01:41 Dempsey has an army of supporters in tow tonight, judging by all the noise they're making. 12:2
01:48 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 12:2
01:57 Burke has to break the clinch. 12:2
02:02 Both fighters are working the angles, looking to get the upper hand in this contest. 12:2
02:08 Jones Jr slides into a neutral corner... 12:2
02:12 Burke tries to separate the boxers but Dempsey has a vice-like grip on Jones Jr. 12:2
02:17 Burke steps in and breaks it up. 12:2
02:22 Each fighter is measuring the other. Now Dempsey lets his hands go and scores several quick punches to the head of Jones Jr. 14:2
02:38 Dempsey patiently and methodically advances, steadily cutting down the ring space, giving Jones Jr little room to move. 14:2
02:43 Dempsey lands the hook downstairs as he continues to find openings in Jones Jr's defense. 17:2
03:00 Look out! That was a straight right by Dempsey! 21:2
03:00 Jones Jr is suddenly in trouble! 21:2
03:00 Jones Jr seems bothered by the increased swelling around the right eye. 21:2
03:00 The bell ending Round 7 sounds and the fighters return to their corners. 21:2

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 8. 0:0
0:07 Phil Borgia seemed to pump up Jones Jr between rounds. 0:0
0:07 If the swelling was lessened by Jones Jr's corner, it wasn't reduced enough to make a big difference. It's going to be a factor in this fight if it continues to worsen. 0:0
0:11 Dempsey tries to get fancy with some subtle shoulder movement. When it's done right that kind of thing can throw off an opponent's timing. 0:0
0:25 Jones Jr grabs Dempsey. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 0:0
0:34 Jones Jr finally lets go of Dempsey. 0:0
0:43 Jones Jr is trying to free his gloves from under Dempsey's gloves. 0:0
0:47 Jones Jr tries to get free... Here comes Burke to break them up... 0:0
0:59 Jones Jr scores with a tremendous left! 0:4
0:59 Dempsey is trying to regroup after that punch... 0:4
01:15 Dempsey scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 5:4
01:15 Jones Jr was stunned by that blow! 5:4
01:29 Dempsey just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Jones Jr with a sharp combination! 9:4
01:29 Roy Jones Jr seems to be back on an even keel after those blows... 9:4
01:33 The increased swelling around the right eye of Jones Jr is fast becoming a hindurance. 9:4
01:37 There's a lead right hand that finds its mark. That can be a dangerous punch if Dempsey can land a solid one. 11:4
01:37 Roy Jones Jr is badly stunned and Dempsey will try to finish him off here in the 8th round! 11:4
01:46 Dempsey traps Jones Jr in the corner! 11:4
01:51 You would think Jones Jr had a brick wall built aroud his midsection as futile as Dempsey looked trying to score there! 11:4
01:57 Jones Jr retreats into a neutral corner. 11:4
01:57 Dempsey slips inside and lands a hook. 13:4
01:57 Dempsey stunned Jones Jr. Dempsey knows how to finish an opponent when he has got one hurt, and he is going to work now! 13:4
02:15 Jones Jr just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 17:4
02:15 Those punches hurt Jones Jr and he looks to hang on. 17:4
02:24 The fighters are back at ring center... 17:4
02:28 Jones Jr usues subtle movement and a tight guard protecting his body as Dempsey tries vainly to score. 17:4
02:39 Dempsey misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 17:4
02:45 Dempsey scores to both the head and body and then moves away. 19:4
02:45 Dempsey appears to have Jones Jr out on his feet. I'm not sure which of those last few punches hurt him so badly but Roy Jones Jr looks ready to go, as Dempsey closes in to try and end this fight. 19:4
02:50 There has to be something done about the swelling around Jones Jr's right eye as it continues to worsen. 19:4
02:54 Dempsey has Jones Jr blocked in! 19:4
02:59 Dempsey lets his hands go inside, but Jones Jr protects his body well. 19:4
03:00 Round 8 of this scheduled 12 rounder ends as the bell sounds. 18:3

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Jones Jr was a little slow getting off his stool this round. 0:0
0:08 Jones Jr got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Phil Borgia's instructions work. 0:0
0:08 Jones Jr's corner didn't ignore the swelling he's suffered so far in this bout; however, even with the attention that they gave it, the puffiness doesn't look lessened much, if at all. 0:0
0:09 The fighters have worked their way back to the center of the ring. 0:0
0:13 Roy Jones Jr drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 0:4
0:13 Dempsey is reeling.. 0:4
0:27 There's a hard shot off the top of Jack Dempsey's head! 0:9
0:27 Dempsey appears to be stunned! 0:9
0:40 Jones Jr really buried that punch into Dempsey's ribs. 0:13
0:40 Dempsey is hurt! 0:13
0:50 * Dempsey is told to quit rabbit punching by Burke. 2:13
01:08 Dempsey slides into the corner... 2:13
01:13 Dempsey takes a heavy combination downstairs. 2:17
01:13 Dempsey was shaken by those blows! 2:17
01:22 Jones Jr backs into his own corner... 2:17
01:22 There's a combination of punches from Dempsey that score big. 5:17
01:26 Roy Jones Jr needs to catch his second wind... 5:17
01:39 Dempsey drops his shoulder as if to throw a right, then quickly rips a quick left hook to the body. 9:17
01:39 Jones Jr appears shaken by those punches! 9:17
01:59 Jack Dempsey misses with that hook. 9:17
02:05 Jones Jr lands a hard cross! 9:21
02:05 Dempsey is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 9:21
02:14 The crowd is reacting to every punch thrown by these guys, whether it lands or not. 9:21
02:17 Jones Jr looks to the midsection, then fires a combination to the head 9:23
02:31 Jones Jr lands a hard uppercut! 9:27
02:31 Mercy! that was a crushing blow! Dempsey is trying to hang on... 9:27
02:36 It looks like Dempsey and Jones Jr are slowing up... 9:27
02:47 Jones Jr shoots a vicious cross right down the pipe and catches Dempsey flush! 9:31
02:47 Dempsey is trying to regroup after those punches... 9:31
02:51 * The referee is stopping the fight!! Dempsey wants to continue but Burke has seen enough. This one is over and Jones Jr is the winner by TKO in round 9! 9:31

Fight Result

We go to the ring where Pat Harker is ready with the call...

Ladies and Gentlemen! The winner by technical knockout at the 02:52 mark in Round 9 is...

Roy Jones Jr!


Score Cards

Arno Pokrandt Round Total
Germany 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Jack Dempsey 10 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 77
Roy Jones Jr 9 10 9 10 9 10 9 9 75

Scott Morrison Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Jack Dempsey 10 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 77
Roy Jones Jr 9 10 9 10 9 10 9 9 75

Artur Ellensohn Round Total
Germany 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Jack Dempsey 9 10 10 9 10 9 10 10 77
Roy Jones Jr 10 9 9 10 10 10 9 9 76

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Jack Dempsey 29 28 30 27 30 27 30 30 231
Roy Jones Jr 28 29 27 30 28 30 27 27 226


Statistics
Categories Jack Dempsey Roy Jones Jr
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 7.11 2.89
Hooks / Round 5.33 4.33
Crosses / Round 4.33 6.44
Combinations / Round 6.11 3.44
Uppercuts / Round 3.56 3.22


Punches Landed / Round 26.44 20.33
Punches Missed / Round 45.56 24.89


Punching Accuracy 36.7% 45.0%


Total Number of Fouls 2 0
Holding Head and Hitting 1
Rabbit Punching 1


Foul Penalties:
Caution 2


Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 1 / 1
Fight Inside 2 / 2 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 0 / 0 2 / 2
Fight Outside (Defensive) 0 / 0 0 / 0
Go for KO 2 / 2 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 0 / 0 2 / 2
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 1 / 1 1 / 1

[BoxBuzz]

Support Bout
Tommy Gibbons vs Bernard Hopkins

Fight info: Cut Off Youth Center, Cut Off, LA, United States, 2012-06-26, announcer is Pat Harker, referee is Gerald Ritter, the bout will be scored by three judges: Dave Moretti (United States), Dave Parris (England) and Pawel Kardyni (Poland), ring card girl is Amy Longlegs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, referee or doctor can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 4/Scorecard after 4, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'random', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Tommy Gibbons - Record: 2-5-2 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Kevin Rooney - Cut Man: Frank Bagley
In the blue corner: Bernard Hopkins - Record: 4-4-1 (1) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Joe Goossen - Cut Man: Chick Ferrara

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 1 of what should be a close fight. 0:0
0:16 And Gibbons tastes the power of a huge combination from Hopkins! 0:5
0:16 How is Tommy Gibbons standing after those shots? 0:5
0:29 Gibbons wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Hopkins's defense. 0:5
0:37 Gibbons lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 2:5
0:45 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight. The fans are really in to it. 2:5
0:56 The cross scores for Gibbons. He needs to throw that punch more often. 4:5
01:09 Gibbons lands a hard uppercut! 8:5
01:09 Gibbons sent Bernard Hopkins reeling with that punch! 8:5
01:28 Gibbons doubles up to the body. He got Hopkins's attention with those shots. 11:5
01:42 Gibbons fires a shot, but it glances off Bernard Hopkins's shoulder. 11:5
01:51 Both fighters are being cautious and keeping out of range. 11:5
02:01 Gibbons scores with consecutive blows to the body of Hopkins. 13:5
02:10 Gibbons doesn't have to look for Hopkins this round. He is right there in front of him. 13:5
02:13 Gibbons sends the sweat flying with that cross to the head of Hopkins. 16:5
02:30 Gibbons picks off the jab thrown by Hopkins. 16:5
02:33 Gibbons lands a cross to the body. 18:5
02:56 Hopkins clinches... Tommy Gibbons gets an arm free! He should be punching with it! 18:5
03:00 The fighters separate after a clinch. 18:5
03:00 There's the bell. That brings the first Round to a close. 19:4

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Hopkins's corner as the bell sounds for Round 2. 0:0
0:08 Kevin Rooney was really animated in Gibbons's corner and Gibbons was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:13 Gibbons smothers Hopkins's attack with a clinch! 0:0
0:18 Ritter separates the two fighters. 0:0
0:28 The quickness and footwork of Gibbons is definitely keeping Hopkins off balance. 0:0
0:38 Hopkins misses with that hook. 0:0
0:49 Hopkins tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Gibbons blocks it. 0:0
0:56 Hopkins presses the attack, landing a crisp uppercut inside. 0:3
01:10 Hopkins is challenging Gibbons to fight him and quit clinching. 0:3
01:14 Ritter has to separate the two... 0:3
01:22 Bernard Hopkins gets off a jab to the solar plexus 0:5
01:37 The two men are bumping heads as they wrestle on the inside. Now, Gibbons lands a short uppercut to the chin of Hopkins. 2:5
01:54 Hopkins moves to the center of the Ring taunting Gibbons with his hands by his sides. 2:5
02:11 Hopkins lands a crushing hook! 2:9
02:11 Gibbons seems to have been hurt by that punch! 2:9
02:26 Gibbons tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 2:9
02:33 Hopkins connects with an uppercut to the head of Gibbons. 2:11
02:44 Both fighters want to work inside for the moment, as Hopkins blasts home a hook. 2:13
02:58 Hopkins's misses as Gibbons backpedals away. 2:13
03:00 The fighters continue the action as the bell rings to finish Round 2, forcing Ritter to step in. 1:15

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 3 begins. 0:0
0:16 Tommy Gibbons has Hopkins cornered! 0:0
0:16 * Gibbons going way too low with his punches and Ritter has seen enough as he issues a warning. 2:0
0:35 Gibbons has Hopkins trapped! 2:0
0:39 Gibbons looks to work the body, but Hopkins covers up nicely. 2:0
0:46 Bernard Hopkins is not having much success cutting off the ring this round. 2:0
0:49 Gibbons has Hopkins pinned! 2:0
0:49 Gibbons goes to the head and the body, though neither punch had much on it. 4:0
01:07 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 4:0
01:16 Gibbons finally lets go of Bernard Hopkins. 4:0
01:26 Gibbons misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 4:0
01:38 Gibbons voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 4:0
01:42 Gibbons backs away and hitches up his trunks. 4:0
01:50 Gibbons is moving laterally and not straight back, which is exactly what he should be doing. 4:0
01:55 He gets a jab in but it was more of a push than a punch. 6:0
02:11 There's a straight right by Gibbons! 10:0
02:11 Hopkins was stopped cold by that punch and he is staggering across the ring! 10:0
02:23 Gibbons scores with three hard shots in a row to the midsection! 13:0
02:33 Gibbons scores with an excellent cross. 16:0
02:45 Gibbons seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 16:0
02:53 Hopkins misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 16:0
02:55 Gibbons connects with an uppercut. He can make good use of that punch if he can continue to get inside. 18:0
03:00 Hopkins retreats into his own corner... 18:0
03:00 Hopkins is either lucky or has radar. Gibbons's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 18:0
03:00 Round 3 of this scheduled 12 rounder ends as the bell sounds. 20:0

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Gibbons didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 4. 0:0
0:10 Gibbons takes a hard combination from Bernard Hopkins 0:4
0:10 Gibbons was staggered by those punches! 0:4
0:15 Both fighters show virtually nothing in the way of damage. 0:4
0:19 Hopkins's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:4
0:24 Hopkins lands a smashing cross! 0:9
0:24 Gibbons is clutching his side! 0:9
0:33 Both fighters are being extremely cautious in this one. We hadn't expected such a tactical battle. 0:9
0:36 Gibbons gets off a nice little three punch salvo. 2:9
0:50 Hopkins clamps Gibbons's arms to his side and holds on until Ritter breaks the hold. 2:9
0:54 Ritter separates them. 2:9
01:07 Hopkins wings a big left hand at Gibbons but the latter sidesteps the punch. 2:9
01:09 Some good body work by Gibbons but not much on those punches. 4:9
01:29 Tommy Gibbons whiffs with the uppercut. 4:9
01:35 Hopkins scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 4:14
01:35 Gibbons is gasping for air!! 4:14
01:44 Hopkins is mixing his punches well and lands a jab followed by a cross. 4:16
01:44 Hopkins is raining blows down on Gibbons, who is obviously hurt. Hopkins wants to take the decision out of the hands of the judges and he has a chance to do just that! 4:16
01:58 Gibbons is protecting the body nicely as Hopkins fails to score inside. 4:16
02:05 Hopkins's jab is fast and accurate. 4:18
02:05 Hopkins senses that he can end this fight now if he can just land a few more punches. 4:18
02:14 Gibbons backs into a neutral corner. 4:18
02:23 Hopkins charges in but Gibbons avoids the rush. 4:18
02:27 Bernard Hopkins pins Gibbons in the corner! 4:18
02:31 Hopkins doesn't connect with the uppercut. 4:18
02:47 Hopkins fires and misses. 4:18
02:59 Hopkins drops his shoulder as if to throw a right, then quickly rips a quick left hook to the body. 4:22
02:59 Gibbons appears shaken by those punches! 4:22
03:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 4:23

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 5 of this scheduled 12 rounder. 0:0
0:15 Gibbons shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 2:0
0:20 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 2:0
0:24 Kevin Rooney knows Gibbons lost that last round, but he took the postive approach between rounds. 2:0
0:27 Gibbons gets inside and fires a hook to Hopkins's body. 4:0
0:36 Hopkins slides into the corner... 4:0
0:36 Gibbons lands a flurry to the ribs of Hopkins. 6:0
0:50 Hopkins cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Gibbons had his elbows tucked in nicely. 6:0
0:53 * Ritter has stopped the action. He is issuing a warning to Tommy Gibbons for a low blow. 8:0
01:18 Gibbons just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Hopkins with a sharp combination! 12:0
01:18 Hopkins took far too many hard shots from Gibbons in that flurry and he is hurt! 12:0
01:27 They're coming back to the center of the ring now... 12:0
01:32 Gibbons back pedals away from the straight forward attack of Hopkins. 12:0
01:41 Gibbons tries to drop the right hand over the top but Hopkins ducks under it. 12:0
01:43 Hopkins throws punches in bunches and that's the way to disrupt your opponent's rhythm. 12:2
01:52 Hopkins retreats into a neutral corner. 12:2
01:57 Gibbons brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 12:2
02:06 Gibbons tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 12:2
02:08 Gibbons tastes Hopkins's jab 12:4
02:23 Bernard Hopkins fires a volley of punches but Tommy Gibbons was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 12:4
02:33 Gibbons is trapped in Hopkins's corner... 12:4
02:37 Hopkins misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 12:4
02:49 Tommy Gibbons is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. If this helps win fights, he has a real good shot tonight. 12:4
02:56 Hopkins just landed a devastating three punch combo! 12:8
02:56 Those punches hurt Gibbons and he looks to hang on. 12:8
03:00 The bell sounds ending Round 5. 14:8

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Amy 'The Smile' Longlegs exits the ring to wild cheering. We await the bell, signaling the start of Round 6. There it is! 0:0
0:12 Hopkins drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 0:4
0:12 Gibbons was hurt by those blows! 0:4
0:17 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 0:4
0:21 Kevin Rooney seemed to pump up Gibbons between rounds. 0:4
0:22 A straight cross from Gibbons gets through Hopkins's guard. 2:4
0:39 Hopkins misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 2:4
0:41 Gibbons lands a stinging jab. 4:4
0:57 Hopkins is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Gibbons. 4:4
01:06 Ritter has to break the clinch. 4:4
01:11 Gibbons lands a short hook to the body. 6:4
01:26 Hopkins lands a solid hook! 6:9
01:26 Tommy Gibbons is hurt and he had better reach deep if he's going to continue! 6:9
01:37 It is a good boxing crowd tonight. They know the game and are reacting to every good punch that lands. 6:9
01:52 Gibbons does a great job of moving as Hopkins tries to work inside. 6:9
01:55 Tommy Gibbons lands a double left, one to the head and one to the body. 8:9
02:04 Both fighters move back to ring center. 8:9
02:09 Gibbons dips as if to launch a body shot, then goes upstairs with a quick hook to the head that puts Hopkins back on his heels! 12:9
02:09 Hopkins is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 12:9
02:29 Hopkins has been watching too much wrestling, the way He's grabbing Gibbons. 12:9
02:33 * Hopkins is using that shoulder like a third arm and Ritter is letting him know he better clean it up. 12:9
02:52 Gibbons is moving like he is walking on air tonight. 12:9
03:00 Hopkins can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 12:9
03:00 There's the bell. That brings Round 6 to a close. 14:8

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Hopkins looks to be in fair shape as Round 7 gets underway. 0:0
0:06 Hopkins received a pep talk from Joe Goossen before he left his corner; we'll see if it worked. 0:0
0:06 Hopkins has Gibbons blocked in! 0:0
0:11 Hopkins is offering minimal head movement as he comes straight forward. 0:0
0:11 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 0:0
0:21 Hopkins scores with a damaging cross. 0:3
0:34 These guys are really going at it and both will be in a little worse shape after this exchange is over. 2:5
0:51 Bernard Hopkins misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 2:5
0:54 Hopkins tried a jab but he left it hanging out there, and Gibbons lands a sizzling cross over the lazy jab. 5:5
01:07 Gibbons picks off the combination by Hopkins. 5:5
01:10 Hopkins takes a solid cross from Gibbons. 8:5
01:23 Hopkins works his way in and leans on Gibbons. 8:5
01:28 Bernard Hopkins fires the jab. It finds its target. 8:7
01:42 Tommy Gibbons frees himself from Hopkins's clutches! They move to ring center now. 8:7
01:54 Hopkins is off target with that uppercut. 8:7
01:57 Gibbons gets in a short cross to the body. 10:7
02:09 Gibbons has Hopkins trapped in the near right neutral corner... 10:7
02:09 A flurry of blows from Gibbons lands to the body 12:7
02:19 The action is at ring center. 12:7
02:24 Hopkins just comes up short with the jab. 12:7
02:41 Gibbons misses with that punch. 12:7
02:51 Hopkins takes a half step back as he tries to create some punching room. 12:7
02:58 Gibbons telegraphed that shot and Hopkins ducks under it easily. 12:7
03:00 The round comes to a close as the crowd gives the fighters a standing ovation after that action packed round. Both fighters left everything out there. This is truly boxing at it's best. 13:9

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 8 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:08 Hopkins got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Joe Goossen's instructions work. 0:0
0:13 Gibbons fires away but finds nothing but air. 0:0
0:20 Oh!!! Bernard Hopkins unleashed a crippling right hand to the head! 0:4
0:20 Gibbons is trying to reach for the ropes! His legs have turned to jelly! 0:4
0:25 Looking at their faces, you wouldn't know these two were in a fight. 0:4
0:34 Hopkins lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Gibbons. 0:4
0:36 Gibbons gets his head on the chest of Hopkins as He tries to outmuscle him on the inside, scoring with a nice short hook to the head. 2:4
0:40 Hopkins is running out of gas... 2:4
0:48 Tommy Gibbons is trapped in his own corner... 2:4
0:53 Hopkins is just missing by a hair with his punches. 2:4
0:55 Gibbons bangs away to the body with the hook, but there is no leverage on that punch. 4:4
01:04 Gibbons slides into a neutral corner... 4:4
01:09 Hopkins is holding... 4:4
01:18 Gibbons works his way free! 4:4
01:26 Gibbons is blocked in his own corner... 4:4
01:26 Hopkins lands a quick jab. He'd like to keep Gibbons on the end of that punch. 4:6
01:42 Gibbons hooks off the jab and scores to the body or Hopkins. 6:6
01:51 The fighters are at ring center... 6:6
01:56 Hopkins lands a wicked cross! 6:10
01:56 Hopkins has Gibbons in trouble after that punch! 6:10
02:09 Hopkins goes straight at Gibbons, a poor way to cut off the ring if that's what he's trying to do. 6:10
02:18 Hopkins fires a left hand that Tommy Gibbons takes high on the shoulder. 6:10
02:21 Gibbons scores with a punishing jab 9:10
02:34 Tommy Gibbons backs into the near right corner. 9:10
02:39 Gibbons takes a heavy cross downstairs. 9:14
02:39 Gibbons was stunned by that blow! 9:14
02:47 Gibbons is trying to avoid shots to the body. He'd better look out for shots to the head! 9:14
02:55 Hopkins throws a flurry of punches but Gibbons either blocks or slips them. 9:14
02:57 Gibbons shoots the jab, followed by a nice cross. 11:14
03:00 It looks like Gibbons has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 11:14
03:00 Both fighters have their supporters and each man is receiving a well-deserved round of applause from a pumped up crowd! 11:15

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Gibbons looks to be in good shape as Round 9 gets underway. 0:0
0:08 Gibbons got some great advice from Kevin Rooney between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 9. 0:0
0:13 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 0:0
0:17 Ritter pries them apart. 0:0
0:17 The sting is starting to go from Hopkins's punches... 0:0
0:22 The fighters have worked their way back to the center of the ring. 0:0
0:26 Tommy Gibbons does a great job smothering Hopkins's punches, he had him locked up like he stole dinner right there. 0:0
0:28 Gibbons fires the cross in there, flush on the chin of Hopkins. He rocked him with that one. 3:0
0:46 Hopkins drops the right hand flush on Gibbons's chin! 3:4
0:46 Gibbons's hurt, that blow stopped him cold! 3:4
0:59 Hopkins traps Gibbons in the corner! 3:4
01:04 Hopkins landed a sharp combination that rocked Gibbons back on his heels! 3:8
01:04 Gibbons was staggered by those punches... 3:8
01:21 That was a violent straight right by Hopkins! 3:12
01:21 Gibbons is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 3:12
01:36 Both fighters move to ring center. 3:12
01:36 Hopkins rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 3:14
01:50 Gibbons has his arms wrapped around Bernard Hopkins... Now they separate. 3:14
01:55 The Referee breaks it up... 3:14
02:04 Hopkins swings...and misses. 3:14
02:15 It's a sweet uppercut by Hopkins! He snapped Gibbons's head straight back with that punch! 3:18
02:15 Gibbons appears to be stunned! 3:18
02:20 Gibbons is breathing heavily... 3:18
02:20 A small mouse has formed under Gibbons's right eye. 3:18
02:28 Those were mostly arm punches from Gibbons but several got through. 5:18
02:38 Bernard Hopkins eats a short cross from Gibbons amd backs away. 7:18
02:55 Bernard Hopkins just can't find the range with that jab. 7:18
03:00 Gibbons moves into a neutral corner. 7:18
03:00 Hopkins is stalking his opponent. 7:18
03:00 The seconds tick off the clock ending Round 9. 6:19

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center... 0:0
0:08 Kevin Rooney not only gave Gibbons encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Hopkins. Now it's up to Tommy Gibbons to implement it. 0:0
0:09 Gibbons cuts loose with both hands and lands some big shots. 3:0
0:18 * Ritter is telling Hopkins to keep his punches up. 3:2
0:18 * Ritter has taken a point away from Hopkins! 3:2
0:36 Gibbons pins Hopkins in the corner! 3:2
0:41 Gibbons is holding Hopkins tighter than most men do their wives -- or girlfriends! 3:2
0:50 Hopkins pushes Gibbons away. 3:2
0:58 Gibbons brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 3:2
01:03 Gibbons catches Hopkins coming in with a sweet uppercut! 7:2
01:03 Gibbons has Hopkins hurt badly, he is just trying to hang on right now!! 7:2
01:16 Gibbons scores with a quick one-two to Bernard Hopkins's midsection 9:2
01:29 Hopkins traps Gibbons's gloves under his arms... He won't let go. 9:2
01:38 Referee Ritter has to separate the two... 9:2
01:48 Hopkins ties up Gibbons. 9:2
01:57 Ritter has to break them apart. 9:2
02:01 Hopkins traps Gibbons in the corner! 9:2
02:06 Hopkins wraps his arms around Gibbons. 9:2
02:10 * That was a blatant head butt by Hopkins and Ritter has stopped the action to scold him 9:2
02:29 Bernard Hopkins tries to give angles as he continues his relentless forward motion. 9:2
02:40 Ritter tries to separate the boxers but Bernard Hopkins has a vice-like grip on Gibbons. 9:2
02:45 Hopkins and Gibbons each take a step back. 9:2
02:58 Gibbons is clinching... Hopkins is trying to free his gloves... They are under Gibbons's arms... 9:2
03:00 Ritter breaks them up... 9:2
03:00 Bernard Hopkins breathes heavily as he walks slowly back to his corner as Round 10 ends. 8:2

Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Hopkins was a little slow getting off his stool this round. 0:0
0:08 Kevin Rooney was extremely upbeat during the break with Gibbons providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:13 Gibbons smothers Hopkins's attack as Hopkins tries to get off some shots inside. 0:0
0:35 Bernard Hopkins just misses with a huge shot as Gibbons chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 0:0
0:38 Gibbons doubles up to the body, though Bernard Hopkins seems unfazed. 2:0
0:54 Gibbons retreats into the near corner. 2:0
0:58 Hopkins lets his hands go inside, but Gibbons protects his body well. 2:0
01:08 Hopkins seems to be protecting his body which is leaving his head vulnerable. He doesn't like body shots but I don't know anyone that does. 2:0
01:16 Hopkins just comes up short with the combination. 2:0
01:31 Hopkins pins Gibbons's arms! The fighters are tied up... 2:0
01:36 Now they break clean. 2:0
01:47 Neither fighter is straying far from the middle of the ring. 2:0
01:47 Gibbons's jab connects to Hopkins's head 4:0
01:56 Hopkins eats a left-right from Gibbons 6:0
02:06 Hopkins moves into the far corner. 6:0
02:06 A cross from Gibbons lands with some power. 9:0
02:18 Hopkins is forced into his own corner... 9:0
02:23 Gibbons is bouncing on his toes, avoiding Hopkins attempts to move inside on him. 9:0
02:32 Gibbons pins Hopkins's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 9:0
02:41 Hopkins tries to get free... Here comes Ritter to break them up... 9:0
02:52 Hopkins really buried that punch into Gibbons's ribs. 9:4
02:52 Tommy Gibbons was shaken by those blows! 9:4
03:00 And another stanza comes to a close with the bell. 10:3

Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 As the bell sounds for the final round, it looks as if the scorecards will determine the outcome of this fight. 0:0
0:20 Gibbons wraps up Hopkins. 0:0
0:29 Gibbons uses his shoulder to force Hopkins out of the clinch. 0:0
0:42 Hopkins can't score with short uppercut inside. Gibbons got his gloves in front of the punch. 0:0
0:54 Hopkins leaves the jab just short. 0:0
01:03 Both boxers are in the middle of the squared circle. 0:0
01:03 Gibbons lands a nice jab. He tries to follow it up with a cross but it misses. 2:0
01:17 Hopkins lands a devastating cross! 2:4
01:17 Gibbons is dazed and he is in trouble!! 2:4
01:31 Hopkins holds his arms up in disgust as Gibbons holds him around his waist. 2:4
01:35 Gibbons shoves Bernard Hopkins away. 2:4
01:41 There's a pause in the action as both fighters regroup. 2:4
01:51 Not much steam behind Gibbons's jab, but it scores nonetheless. 4:4
02:04 Gibbons wraps up Hopkins... Neither fighter will break... 4:4
02:13 Gibbons pushes Hopkins away. 4:4
02:23 Hopkins misses wildly with the Hook. 4:4
02:31 Bernard Hopkins and Gibbons clinch, throwing feeble punches as they grab a quick breather. 4:4
02:39 Hopkins just landed a three punch combo! 4:8
02:39 Oh my! those were devastating blows! Gibbons is just trying to hang on! 4:8
02:44 Both fighters look fatigued... 4:8
02:56 Gibbons tries to muscle inside but Hopkins clinches him. 4:8
03:00 * Hopkins is hitting with his shoulder in the close and Ritter has seen enough as he issues a warning. 4:8
03:00 * Ritter takes a point away from Hopkins! 4:8
03:00 The bell sounds ending the final round and now the scorecards will determine the outcome of this fight. 4:7

Fight Result

Let's go to Pat Harker for the call...

Ladies and Gentlemen, the judges have tallied their scorecards and here is your decision...

Dave Moretti, United States scores the bout 114 to 112

Dave Parris, England scores the bout 115 to 111

Pawel Kardyni, Poland scores the bout 114 to 112

And your winner by unanimous decision Tommy Gibbons!!!


Score Cards

Dave Moretti Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Tommy Gibbons 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 9 9 9 10 9 114
Bernard Hopkins 9 10 9 10 9 9 9 10 10 9 9 9 112

Dave Parris Round Total
England 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Tommy Gibbons 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 9 9 10 10 9 115
Bernard Hopkins 9 10 9 10 9 9 9 10 10 8 9 9 111

Pawel Kardyni Round Total
Poland 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Tommy Gibbons 10 9 10 9 10 9 10 9 9 10 10 9 114
Bernard Hopkins 9 10 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 8 9 9 112

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Tommy Gibbons 30 27 30 27 30 29 30 27 27 29 30 27 343
Bernard Hopkins 27 30 27 30 27 28 27 30 30 25 27 27 335


Statistics
Categories Tommy Gibbons Bernard Hopkins
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 4.08 3.17
Hooks / Round 4.58 3.42
Crosses / Round 5.83 4.17
Combinations / Round 5.00 2.50
Uppercuts / Round 4.50 3.08


Punches Landed / Round 24.00 16.33
Punches Missed / Round 28.00 76.00


Punching Accuracy 46.2% 17.7%


Total Number of Fouls 2 4
Low Blow 2 1
Head Butting 1
Using Shoulder 2


Foul Penalties:
Point Deduction 2
Official Warning 1
Caution 1 2


Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 2 / 2 0 / 0
Fight Inside 0 / 0 3 / 3
Fight Outside (Offensive) 0 / 0 1 / 1
Fight Outside (Defensive) 7 / 7 0 / 0
Go for KO 0 / 0 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 0 / 0 4 / 4
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 1 / 1 1 / 1

[BoxBuzz]

Co-Feature
Archie Moore vs Stanley Ketchel

Fight info: McAllen Convention Center, McAllen, TX, United States, 2012-06-26, announcer is Jimmy Lennon, referee is Robert Ferrara, the bout will be scored by three judges: Hans Larsen (Denmark), Torben Hansen (Denmark) and Daniel Talon (France), ring card girl is Amy Longlegs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, referee or doctor can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 4/Scorecard after 4, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'random', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Archie Moore - Record: 9-6-1 (4) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Gil Clancy - Cut Man: Chuck Bodak
In the blue corner: Stanley Ketchel - Record: 5-4-0 (5) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Thel Torrance - Cut Man: Frank Bagley

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The referee gives Moore and Ketchel their instructions, tells them he wants a good, clean fight, and sends them to their corners. Now the bell sounds to start the fight. 0:0
0:14 Ketchel clinches... Moore gets an arm free! He should be punching with it! 0:0
0:23 The fighters separate after a clinch. 0:0
0:33 Moore does a great job of moving as Ketchel tries to work inside. 0:0
0:35 Moore lands a short left hook to the head. 2:0
01:02 Stanley Ketchel voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 2:0
01:14 Ketchel tries to get fancy with some subtle shoulder movement. When it's done right that kind of thing can throw off an opponent's timing. 2:0
01:18 Ketchel is not having much success cutting off the ring this round. 2:0
01:26 Ketchel swings...and misses. 2:0
01:40 Stanley Ketchel moves in and scores with a quick jab. 2:2
01:56 Ketchel scores with a winging right! Moore's head snapped back violently with that punch! 2:6
01:56 Ketchel just delivered some big time hurt with that punch! Even the fans at ringside felt it! 2:6
02:13 Moore's corner is shouting to their man, encouraging him to pick up the action. 2:6
02:20 Moore fires away but finds nothing but air. 2:6
02:22 Ketchel doubles up to the body. He got Moore's attention with those shots. 2:9
02:32 Ketchel connects with a left-right combo. 2:11
02:45 As high as Moore is holding his gloves he is leaving his body wide open to a damaging body punch if Ketchel takes advantage of it. 2:11
02:53 Moore misses wildly with the hook. 2:11
03:00 There's the bell. Round 1 is history. We've got a lot more action coming up. 2:13

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Ketchel's corner as the bell sounds for Round 2. 0:0
0:15 Archie Moore lands a solid hook! 4:0
0:15 Stanley Ketchel's knee almost touched the canvas... 4:0
0:31 A sizzling cross from Moore finds it's mark. 7:0
0:47 Moore is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. If this helps win fights, he has a real good shot tonight. 7:0
0:57 Ferrara yells at the fighters to separate but Moore and Ketchel are a tangle of arms. 7:0
01:02 Moore pushes Ketchel away. 7:0
01:06 Ketchel pops a jab home. That punch didn't hurt but it still scored points. 7:2
01:23 Moore doubled up on the hook. Did you see the water fly off Ketchel's head? 11:2
01:23 Stanley Ketchel's hurt, that blow stopped him cold! 11:2
01:40 Stanley Ketchel is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 11:2
01:48 There's a pause in the action as both fighters regroup. 11:2
01:55 Stanley Ketchel misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 11:2
02:02 Both men look to measure one another. 11:2
02:09 Ketchel is not having much success cutting off the ring this round. 11:2
02:18 Moore lands a wicked cross! 15:2
02:18 Ketchel was staggered by that punch! 15:2
02:27 Ketchel doesn't have to look for Moore this round. He is right there in front of him. 15:2
02:34 That hook from Moore snapped Ketchel's head back violently! 19:2
02:34 Mercy! that was a crushing blow! Ketchel is trying to hang on... 19:2
02:43 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight. The fans are really in to it. 19:2
02:51 Ketchel drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 19:6
02:51 Moore in on unsteady legs after those punches. 19:6
03:00 Stanley Ketchel wings a big left hand at Moore but the latter sidesteps the punch. 19:6
03:00 Round 2 of this scheduled 12 rounder ends as the bell sounds. 18:7

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Ferrara motions the fighters together as the bell sounds to begin Round 3. 0:0
0:13 Moore fires a left hand that Ketchel takes high on the shoulder. 0:0
0:20 There's a hard shot off the top of Moore's head! 0:4
0:20 Moore was shaken by that blow! 0:4
0:29 Ketchel got some great advice from Thel Torrance between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 3. 0:4
0:34 Moore can't score with short uppercut inside. Ketchel got his gloves in front of the punch. 0:4
0:48 That was a violent straight right by Ketchel! 0:8
0:48 Archie Moore appears shaken by those punches! 0:8
01:05 Ketchel lands a devastating cross! 0:13
01:05 Moore is suddenly in trouble! 0:13
01:18 Ketchel is trying to free his gloves from under Archie Moore's gloves. 0:13
01:27 * That was a blatant head butt by Moore and Ferrara has stopped the action to scold him 0:13
01:51 Archie Moore misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 0:13
01:58 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 0:13
02:06 Moore has his arms wrapped around Ketchel... Now they separate. 0:13
02:15 Ferrara separates them. 0:13
02:25 Ketchel just comes up short with the combination. 0:13
02:27 Moore rips a hard jab to Ketchel's body 3:13
02:40 Ketchel seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 3:13
02:43 Moore lets his hands go inside and scores with at least two hard shots to Ketchel's ribs. 6:13
02:55 Ketchel scores with a beautiful cross that just missed landing flush on Moore's jaw. 6:15
03:00 The bell stops the action as Moore and Ketchel go back to their corners. 6:15

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 4 begins. 0:0
0:07 Ketchel is a bruiser inside as he drives home a solid hook to Moore's jaw. 0:3
0:12 Looking at their faces, you wouldn't know these two were in a fight. 0:3
0:21 Ketchel grabs and holds Moore... 0:3
0:30 Ferrara steps in and breaks it up. 0:3
0:35 Ketchel lands a big hook to the jaw of Moore. Moore was stopped cold by that shot. 0:6
0:44 Both fighters are being extremely cautious in this one. We hadn't expected such a tactical battle. 0:6
0:52 There's a straight right by Ketchel! 0:10
0:52 Stanley Ketchel has Moore in trouble after that punch! 0:10
01:09 Ketchel pins Moore's arms. Now they move apart. 0:10
01:14 Ketchel shoves Moore away. 0:10
01:18 The action slows for the moment. 0:10
01:26 Moore darts in and out, making himself a tough target. 0:10
01:31 Archie Moore stays on the inside, and he lands a short, crisp uppercut that scored big. 3:10
01:52 Moore circles around the ring. 3:10
01:56 Both fighters are being cautious and keeping out of range. 3:10
02:04 Ketchel scores with a tremendous left! 3:14
02:04 That shot landed square and Moore felt it, he's in a world of hurt! 3:14
02:18 Moore pins Ketchel's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 3:14
02:23 Ferrara is shouting at Moore to break! 3:14
02:27 Stanley Ketchel splits Moore's gloves with an uppercut. 3:16
02:37 Moore gets the cross in, making Ketchel blink. 6:16
02:51 Ketchel wraps up Moore... Neither fighter will break... 6:16
03:00 Ferrara separates the two fighters. 6:16
03:00 The bell sounds - more boxing to come in a moment. 7:16

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Ketchel rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:08 Ketchel shoots a cross to the midsection. 0:2
0:12 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 0:2
0:17 Ketchel got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Thel Torrance's instructions work. 0:2
0:22 Moore picks off the jab thrown by Ketchel. 0:2
0:24 Moore throws a hard cross and scores to the head of Ketchel. 3:2
0:40 Stanley Ketchel fires a volley of punches but Archie Moore was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 3:2
0:42 Moore scores to the body with a jab 5:2
0:59 Moore is either lucky or has radar. Ketchel's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 5:2
01:06 Moore bangs the uppercut home. 7:2
01:19 Moore tries to muscle inside but Ketchel clinches him. 7:2
01:28 * It's good to see Ferrara paying attention to the little things, as he cautions Moore about leaning on his opponent's neck. 7:2
01:42 Stanley Ketchel lands two hard body shots that made Archie Moore grunt. 7:5
01:56 Stanley Ketchel lands a crushing hook! 7:9
01:56 Moore is hurt! 7:9
02:09 Ketchel feels his back touch the ropes and tries to reverse his position. He doesn't want to be the one trapped there. 7:9
02:31 Stanley Ketchel tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Moore. 7:9
02:34 Moore continues to pop the jab 9:9
02:55 Ketchel connects with a violent cross! 9:13
02:55 Moore is reeling after that shot! 9:13
03:00 Ketchel is off target with that jab. 9:13
03:00 Non stop action as they battled from pillar to post in that round!! 9:14

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Something's wrong. The bell should have sounded to start...there it goes. Both fighters got a few extra seconds rest here at the start of Round 6. 0:0
0:20 * Ketchel walks into a hook and folds like an accordion. He went down section by section. 0:0
0:23 Ferrara stands over Ketchel and begins counting... 10:0
0:23 1... 10:0
0:24 2... 10:0
0:25 3... 10:0
0:26 4... 10:0
0:27 Ketchel is struggling to regain his feet as the count reaches 5. 10:0
0:28 6... 10:0
0:29 7... 10:0
0:30 8... 10:0
0:31 9... 10:0
0:31 * Ketchel beats the count, but he appears to be hurt badly! 10:0
0:31 This bout will continue as Ferrara signals to both men to fight. 10:0
0:31 Moore has Ketchel reeling. Moore can win the fight right now if he doesn't get sloppy and just flail away. 10:0
0:35 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 10:0
0:44 Moore lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Stanley Ketchel. 10:0
0:51 Moore has Stanley Ketchel blocked in! 10:0
0:51 Some good body work by Moore but not much on those punches. 12:0
0:51 Ketchel was stopped cold by that punch! Moore has a reputation as a great finisher. Let's see if he can live up to it! 12:0
01:00 Moore leans on Ketchel and fires a weak hook to the ribs. 14:0
01:00 Moore hurt Ketchel with that last shot! He's got him on wobbly legs, let's see if he can close the deal! 14:0
01:13 Moore misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 14:0
01:24 Archie Moore is just missing by a hair with his punches. 14:0
01:35 Moore throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Ketchel but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 14:0
01:50 Moore lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 16:0
01:50 Ketchel is dazed as Moore looks to put him away! 16:0
02:03 Moore looks to work the body, but Ketchel covers up nicely. 16:0
02:13 Both boxers are in the middle of the squared circle. 16:0
02:13 Moore ducks into an uppercut from Ketchel. 16:2
02:22 Moore has Ketchel pinned! 16:2
02:27 Moore ties up Ketchel. 16:2
02:31 Ferrara breaks them up... 16:2
02:41 Ketchel works himself free. Now the fighters move back to ring center. 16:2
02:58 Ferrara tries to separate the boxers but Ketchel has a vice-like grip on Archie Moore. 16:2
03:00 Ferrara separates the two... 16:2
03:00 The knockdown in that last round really brought the crowd to life, you can feel the electricity in the air. 16:2

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Ketchel looks a bit disgusted as Round 7 gets underway. 0:0
0:06 Moore pins Ketchel in the corner! 0:0
0:06 Moore lands with a short, quick uppercut in close. 2:0
0:11 Appearance wise these two both look good for this stage of the fight. 2:0
0:16 * Ferrara is all over Moore for a low blow and he better clean up his act immediately. 5:0
0:39 Ketchel has Moore trapped! 5:0
0:43 Ketchel throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 5:0
0:50 Moore lands a hard uppercut! 9:0
0:50 And Ketchel's in big trouble now! 9:0
01:04 Ketchel lands a solid cross! 9:5
01:04 Moore is reeling.. 9:5
01:17 Ketchel does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Moore's punches in close. 9:5
01:19 That straight cross from Ketchel tagged Moore. He came right up the middle with that punch. 9:8
01:32 Ketchel pins Moore in the corner! 9:8
01:32 Ketchel connects with an uppercut to the head of Moore. 9:10
01:47 Ketchel fires the jab. It finds its target. 9:12
02:00 Ketchel retreats into a neutral corner. 9:12
02:04 Moore lands a strong cross! 14:12
02:04 Stanley Ketchel is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 14:12
02:09 Ketchel is rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 14:12
02:13 Moore rips a hook to the body. 16:12
02:22 Moore lands a lead right to the midsection. 19:12
02:39 Ketchel takes a heavy uppercut downstairs. 23:12
02:39 Ketchel is suddenly in trouble! 23:12
02:51 Moore backs into a neutral corner. 23:12
02:56 Ketchel really buried that punch into Moore's ribs. 23:16
02:56 Moore was stunned by that blow! 23:16
03:00 What a great round of boxing as both fighters traded heavy leather. And the crowd is letting the combatants know that they like what they're seeing! 24:16

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 8. 0:0
0:15 Ketchel fires a shot, but it glances off Moore's shoulder. 0:0
0:17 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 0:0
0:31 Ketchel lands a smashing cross! 0:4
0:31 Moore looks shaken! 0:4
0:41 Ketchel has Moore cornered! 0:4
0:45 Ketchel just landed a three punch combo! 0:8
0:45 Archie Moore seems to be back on an even keel after those blows... 0:8
0:54 Moore is covering up to prevent body shots, but he's leaving his chin dangerously unprotected! 0:8
01:07 Ketchel telegraphed that shot and Moore ducks under it easily. 0:8
01:09 Moore lands a flurry to the ribs of Ketchel. 2:8
01:23 Look out! That was a straight right by Ketchel! 2:12
01:23 Moore staggers into the ropes! He is struggling to remain upright! 2:12
01:27 Moore needs to catch his second wind... 2:12
01:32 Archie Moore eats a short cross from Ketchel amd backs away. 2:14
01:41 Both fighters move back to ring center. 2:14
01:45 Stanley Ketchel just landed a devastating three punch combo! 2:18
01:45 Those punches hurt Moore and he looks to hang on. 2:18
02:03 Moore comes in low. Stanley Ketchel puts a headlock on him. Ferrara knocks Ketchel's arm off Moore's head. 2:18
02:12 Ferrara separates the two... 2:18
02:17 Moore is telegraphing his punches making it pretty easy for Ketchel to avoid them. He is going to have to disguise his attempts a little. 2:18
02:33 Ketchel tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Moore blocks it. 2:18
02:35 Moore shoots the jab into the chest of Ketchel. 4:18
02:45 Ketchel slides into the corner... 4:18
02:50 Moore lands a devastating cross! 8:18
02:50 Ketchel is clutching his side! 8:18
03:00 Ketchel tries to drop the right hand over the top but Moore ducks under it. 8:18
03:00 That's another round in the books as Round 8 comes to an end. 8:18

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Moore looks to be in fair shape as Round 9 gets underway. 0:0
0:08 The fighters are at ring center... 0:0
0:12 Stanley Ketchel clamps Moore's arms to his side and holds on until Ferrara breaks the hold. 0:0
0:17 Referee Ferrara has to separate the two... 0:0
0:17 Both fighters show virtually nothing in the way of damage. 0:0
0:21 Gil Clancy seemed to pump up Moore between rounds. 0:0
0:26 Ketchel holds his arms up in disgust as Moore holds him around his waist. 0:0
0:35 Referee Ferrara steps in to break it up. 0:0
0:44 Moore works his way in and leans on Ketchel... 0:0
0:53 The Referee breaks it up... 0:0
0:58 Ketchel moves into a neutral corner. 0:0
01:03 Moore scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 5:0
01:03 That series of punches rocked Ketchel and he looks to be in trouble. 5:0
01:14 Moore is staying at the center of the ring. 5:0
01:19 Moore is clinching... 5:0
01:28 It looks like the fighters heads came together as they were tangled up inside. 5:0
01:36 Ketchel moves into the right corner. 5:0
01:40 Both fighters seem willing to clinch... Someone's got to throw some leather... 5:0
01:45 Moore and Ketchel each take a step back. 5:0
01:54 Moore brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 5:0
01:59 Ketchel retreats into the near right corner. 5:0
01:59 Ketchel walks in to a glancing hook from Moore. 7:0
02:11 Moore shoots the jab, followed by a nice cross. 9:0
02:24 Moore slides into a neutral corner... 9:0
02:28 Ketchel misses wildly with the Hook. 9:0
02:31 Moore sneaks home the right cross. 11:0
02:47 Moore fires and misses. 11:0
02:54 Stanley Ketchel appears to be trying to load up on his punches. 11:0
03:00 Archie Moore fires and misses. 11:0
03:00 This fight appears to be very close at this point. 11:0
03:00 That ends Round 9... But the fighters are still punching! Now Ferrara jumps between them. 11:0

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 10 of this scheduled 12 rounder. 0:0
0:07 Thel Torrance not only gave Ketchel encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Moore. Now it's up to Ketchel to implement it. 0:0
0:13 Stanley Ketchel moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Moore. 0:0
0:13 These guys both look like they have barely been in a fight at all.. 0:0
0:18 Moore has Ketchel trapped in the lower right neutral corner... 0:0
0:18 Moore gets in close and comes straight up to the chin of Ketchel with an uppercut. 2:0
0:27 Ketchel is trying to avoid shots to the body. He'd better look out for shots to the head! 2:0
0:36 Ketchel tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 2:0
0:44 Ketchel backs into the right corner. 2:0
0:48 That punch actually went behind Ketchel's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Moore. 2:0
0:55 Moore just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 2:4
0:55 Moore was hurt by those blows! 2:4
01:13 Moore smothers Ketchel's attack as Ketchel tries to get off some shots inside. 2:4
01:15 Moore pumps a solid jab into the face of Ketchel; now he tries to move inside behind the punch. 5:4
01:29 Ketchel traps Moore's gloves under his arms. He won't let go until Ferrara breaks it up. 5:4
01:41 Ferrara pries them apart. 5:4
01:49 Moore scores with a hook to the side of the head. 7:4
02:06 Ketchel lands a hard uppercut! 7:8
02:06 Moore is gasping for air!! 7:8
02:20 Moore tried a jab but he left it hanging out there, and Ketchel lands a sizzling cross over the lazy jab. 7:11
02:33 The quickness and footwork of Moore is definitely keeping Ketchel off balance. 7:11
02:38 Stanley Ketchel slides into his own corner... 7:11
02:38 Moore scores with a damaging cross. 10:11
02:57 Stanley Ketchel frees himself from Moore's clutches! They move to ring center now. 10:11
03:00 This fight is very close at this point. 10:11
03:00 Loud applause accompanies the end of this round. 12:12

Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Moore is getting his full rest as he remains on his stool as the Round 11 bell sounds. Now he's up and his corner scrambles to exit the ring. 0:0
0:11 The fighters are exchanging blows! No one scored more on that exchange. 2:2
0:16 It looks like Moore and Ketchel are slowing up... 2:2
0:16 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 2:2
0:21 Stanley Ketchel scores with a punishing combination from the inside. 2:5
0:41 Ketchel leans on the ropes and motions for Moore to come in. 2:5
0:50 Ketchel drives that short hook into Moore's midsection! 2:9
0:50 Moore is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 2:9
0:55 Moore's punches are losing their steam as he looks beat. 2:9
0:55 Ketchel is starting to suck wind... 2:9
01:00 Moore fires a punch over the jab of Ketchel and gets it in for points. 4:9
01:09 Ketchel traps Moore in the corner! 4:9
01:13 Stanley Ketchel just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Moore with a sharp combination! 4:14
01:13 Moore was rattled by those shots and he is in a world of hurt! 4:14
01:27 Moore picks off the cross by Ketchel. 4:14
01:39 Moore is protecting the body nicely as Ketchel fails to score inside. 4:14
01:41 Ketchel eats some nasty leather as Archie Moore strings his shots together nicely. That was a brutal three punch combo! 7:14
02:03 Ketchel catches Moore coming in with a sweet uppercut! 7:19
02:03 Moore is gasping for air!! 7:19
02:13 Moore is blocked in his own corner... 7:19
02:17 Ketchel leaves the jab just short. 7:19
02:20 There's a lead right hand that finds its mark. That can be a dangerous punch if Moore can land a solid one. 9:19
02:32 Ketchel has Moore cornered! 9:19
02:41 Moore gives a nice head feint and then lands a hook to the head of Ketchel. 11:19
02:54 The action is back at ring center. 11:19
02:58 Moore doesn't connect with the hook. 11:19
03:00 Ketchel seems to have done enough to win this fight. 11:19
03:00 That round personified the word brawl, as both fighters really went at it the for entire three minutes. 11:21

Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The fighters touch gloves in the middle of the ring as the 12th and final round begins. 0:0
0:08 Ketchel has Moore pinned! 0:0
0:13 Ketchel continues to come forward but he should be moving in behind punches. 0:0
0:13 Neither fighter has much left... 0:0
0:22 Ketchel charges in but Moore avoids the rush. 0:0
0:31 Ketchel ties up Moore... 0:0
0:35 Ferrara moves them apart. 0:0
0:44 Ketchel fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 0:0
0:47 Moore lands a nice jab. He tries to follow it up with a cross but it misses. 2:0
0:56 Ketchel moves in and connects with a compact uppercut to the head. 2:2
01:05 Moore has Ketchel trapped in the upper left neutral corner... 2:2
01:10 Moore misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 2:2
01:17 Stanley Ketchel catches Moore coming in with a sweet uppercut! 2:6
01:17 Moore is staggered... 2:6
01:32 The fighters are back at ring center... 2:6
01:32 Moore gets off a quick combination to the body 4:6
01:46 Moore tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 4:6
01:53 Oh!!! Ketchel unleashed a crippling right hand to the head! 4:11
01:53 Moore suddenly has a vacant look in his eyes. That's a bad sign. 4:11
02:10 Ketchel grabs Moore's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Ferrara has to force Stanley Ketchel to let go. 4:11
02:22 Ketchel finally lets go of Moore. 4:11
02:34 Moore traps Ketchel's gloves under his arms... He won't let go. 4:11
02:38 Ketchel pushes Moore away. 4:11
02:51 Moore slides along the far ropes. 4:11
02:56 Ketchel slides into a neutral corner... 4:11
03:00 Moore is holding. Well, he can't get hit if Ketchel can't throw punches, I guess. 4:11
03:00 * Ferrara has stopped the action. He is issuing a warning to Archie Moore for leaning on the opponent's neck. 4:11
03:00 Ketchel appears to have this fight under control. 4:11
03:00 That's the bell ending the fight and leaving the outcome in the hands of the judges. 3:12

Fight Result

We go to the ring where Jimmy Lennon is ready with the call...

Ladies and Gentlmen, the scorecards are in, and here is your official decision...

Hans Larsen, Denmark scores the bout 115 to 113 for Archie Moore

Torben Hansen, Denmark scores the bout 115 to 113 for Stanley Ketchel

Daniel Talon, France scores the bout 115 to 113 for...

...Stanley Ketchel

The winner by split decision is Stanley Ketchel!


Score Cards

Hans Larsen Round Total
Denmark 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Archie Moore 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 9 10 115
Stanley Ketchel 10 9 10 9 10 8 9 10 9 10 10 9 113

Torben Hansen Round Total
Denmark 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Archie Moore 9 10 9 9 9 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 113
Stanley Ketchel 10 9 10 10 10 8 9 10 9 10 10 10 115

Daniel Talon Round Total
France 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Archie Moore 9 10 9 9 9 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 113
Stanley Ketchel 10 9 10 10 10 8 9 10 9 10 10 10 115

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Archie Moore 27 30 27 28 27 30 30 27 30 30 27 28 341
Stanley Ketchel 30 27 30 29 30 24 27 30 27 30 30 29 343


Statistics
Categories Archie Moore Stanley Ketchel
Knockdowns scored 1 0


Jabs / Round 4.83 2.67
Hooks / Round 3.50 5.25
Crosses / Round 4.33 5.92
Combinations / Round 4.50 3.42
Uppercuts / Round 4.17 4.58


Punches Landed / Round 21.33 21.83
Punches Missed / Round 37.42 54.08


Punching Accuracy 36.3% 28.8%


Total Number of Fouls 4 0
Low Blow 1
Head Butting 1
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 2


Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 2
Caution 2


Suffered Accidental Head Butt 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 1 / 1
Fight Inside 0 / 0 3 / 3
Fight Outside (Offensive) 4 / 4 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Defensive) 3 / 3 1 / 0
Go for KO 0 / 0 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 0 / 0 3 / 3
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 3 / 2 3 / 2

[BoxBuzz]

Main Event
Ray Robinson vs Ricardo Lopez

Fight info: Honolulu Stadium, Honolulu, HI, United States, 2012-06-26, announcer is Joe Humphries, referee is Jorge Alonso, the bout will be scored by three judges: Noppharat Sricharoen (Thailand), Bernard Bruni (United States) and Rick Saull (Canada), ring card girl is Amy Longlegs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, referee or doctor can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 4/Scorecard after 4, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'random', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Ray Robinson - Record: 6-1-2 (3) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Frank Bagley - Cut Man: Nick Florio
In the blue corner: Ricardo Lopez - Record: 4-4-1 (2) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Richie Giachetti - Cut Man: Sid Brumbach

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center as the bell sounds to begin the first round. 0:0
0:11 Both fighters come into this fight predicting a win... Not that you'd expect anything else. 0:0
0:20 Robinson throws a flurry of punches but Lopez either blocks or slips them. 0:0
0:42 Robinson comes in low. Lopez puts a headlock on him. Alonso knocks Lopez's arm off Robinson's head. 0:0
0:54 Ricardo Lopez and Robinson each take a step back. 0:0
0:58 Both fighters take a half-step back. 0:0
01:06 Lopez can't score with short uppercut inside. Robinson got his gloves in front of the punch. 0:0
01:08 A flurry of blows from Robinson lands to the body 2:0
01:26 Lopez just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Robinson with a sharp combination! 2:4
01:26 Robinson was just battered in that exchange, he is reeling and has no clue where he is. 2:4
01:38 Robinson lands the uppercut but there wasn't much on it. 4:4
02:01 Both men look to measure one another. 4:4
02:04 Lopez fires a short, ripping uppercut inside. 4:6
02:24 Robinson lands a devastating uppercut! 8:6
02:24 Lopez looks hurt... He's stumbling backward! 8:6
02:41 Lopez fires and misses. 8:6
02:43 Robinson connects with stiff left hook to the body. 11:6
02:53 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight. The fans are really in to it. 11:6
03:00 Lopez throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 11:6
03:00 Round 1 of this scheduled 12 rounder ends as the bell sounds. 11:6

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Lopez is off his stool and waiting for the bell to begin Round 2. 0:0
0:06 Robinson got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Frank Bagley's instructions work. 0:0
0:14 Robinson is off target with that combination. 0:0
0:20 Ricardo Lopez landed a sharp combination that rocked Robinson back on his heels! 0:4
0:20 Robinson was staggered by those punches! 0:4
0:37 Robinson tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 0:4
0:44 The action slows for the moment. 0:4
0:53 Robinson telegraphed that shot and Lopez ducks under it easily. 0:4
01:11 Lopez is just missing by a hair with his punches. 0:4
01:23 Lopez is moving laterally and not straight back, which is exactly what he should be doing. 0:4
01:27 Both fighters need to close the distance between them. 0:4
01:29 Robinson is not having much success cutting off the ring this round. 0:4
01:37 Lopez grabs and holds Robinson... 0:4
01:46 Alonso is shouting at Lopez to break! 0:4
01:56 Robinson misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 0:4
02:03 Both fighters could stand to vary their punches a little more. 0:4
02:10 Ricardo Lopez slips out of a corner, as Robinson attempts to trap him. 0:4
02:19 Not much happening at the moment. 0:4
02:23 Not a lot on that hook to Robinson's side, but it scored. 0:6
02:34 Robinson moves in and takes a crisp, hard jab from Lopez. 0:9
02:48 Robinson lands a vicious uppercut! 5:9
02:48 Lopez takes a step back, obviously hurt! 5:9
03:00 Lopez looks for a breather; he grabs Ray Robinson and holds on. Robinson pushes Ricardo Lopez off and looks for an opening. 5:9
03:00 Alonso breaks them up... 5:9
03:00 The seconds tick off the clock ending Round 2. 5:10

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Lopez looks to be in excellent shape as Round 3 gets underway. 0:0
0:08 Frank Bagley seemed to pump up Ray Robinson between rounds. 0:0
0:13 Robinson dips as if to launch a body shot, then goes upstairs with a quick hook to the head that puts Lopez back on his heels! 4:0
0:13 Lopez is in big trouble, he took a lot punches there and he does not look very steady! 4:0
0:27 Robinson moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Lopez. 4:0
0:31 Robinson's corner is urging him on. They're really vocal tonight. 4:0
0:40 Robinson leaves the jab just short. 4:0
0:55 Robinson is moving his head and shoulders side to side, but his feet are not going anywhere, giving Lopez a decent target to shoot for. 4:0
01:06 Robinson snakes the jab through Lopez's gloves. He had some snap on that one. 6:0
01:28 Robinson scores with a punch that's part uppercut, part hook! 8:0
01:43 Ricardo Lopez grabs Robinson's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Alonso has to force Lopez to let go. 8:0
01:55 Alonso moves in to break the clinch. 8:0
02:04 Ray Robinson tries to get fancy with some subtle shoulder movement. When it's done right that kind of thing can throw off an opponent's timing. 8:0
02:09 Robinson finds a home for his jab, keeping Lopez at bay. 10:0
02:21 * Ray Robinson's punches are straying south of the border prompting a warning from Alonso to keep 'em up. 12:0
02:43 Ray Robinson scores with a nice short hook inside the defense of Lopez. 14:0
02:57 Robinson approaches flat-footed, but continues to move forward, not giving Lopez any room to breathe. 14:0
03:00 Robinson is clinching... Lopez is trying to free his gloves... They are under Robinson's arms... 14:0
03:00 Alonso separates the two... 14:0
03:00 The bell ending Round 3 sounds and the fighters return to their corners. 16:0

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 4. 0:0
0:07 Richie Giachetti was really animated in Lopez's corner and Lopez was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:12 Robinson lands a crushing uppercut! 4:0
0:12 Lopez was stopped cold by that punch and he is staggering across the ring! 4:0
0:16 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 4:0
0:23 Both fighters are being extremely cautious in this one. We hadn't expected such a tactical battle. 4:0
0:30 That hook to the body from Ray Robinson had some power behind it. 7:0
0:47 Lopez holds his arms up in disgust as Robinson holds him around his waist. 7:0
0:52 * Alonso has stopped the action. He is issuing a warning to Lopez for head butting. 7:0
01:14 Ricardo Lopez drops his shoulder as if to throw a right, then quickly rips a quick left hook to the body. 7:4
01:14 That series of punches rocked Robinson and he looks to be in trouble. 7:4
01:27 Robinson drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 11:4
01:27 Those punches hurt Lopez and he looks to hang on. 11:4
01:40 Lopez's jab is fast and accurate. 11:6
01:56 Robinson flicks three quick jabs and at least one got through. 13:6
02:10 Robinson misses wildly with the hook. 13:6
02:17 Robinson gets in close and comes straight up to the chin of Lopez with an uppercut. 15:6
02:21 Some swelling has appeared around the right eye of Lopez. 15:6
02:33 Robinson lands a wicked uppercut! 20:6
02:33 Lopez looks like he was hurt by that punch! 20:6
02:47 Robinson fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 20:6
02:58 Robinson misses with that uppercut. 20:6
03:00 And another stanza comes to a close with the bell. 20:6

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 5 begins. 0:0
0:08 Richie Giachetti not only gave Lopez encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Robinson. Now it's up to Lopez to implement it. 0:0
0:13 Robinson picks off the cross by Lopez. 0:0
0:20 Ricardo Lopez jolts Robinson starting with the body and working up to the head. 0:3
0:44 Ricardo Lopez smothers Robinson's attack as Robinson tries to get off some shots inside. 0:3
0:46 Lopez shoots a cross to the midsection. 0:5
01:02 Robinson continues to come forward but he should be moving in behind punches. 0:5
01:11 Robinson whiffs with the cross. 0:5
01:18 Lopez connects with a violent combination! 0:9
01:18 Robinson is suddenly in trouble after those punches! 0:9
01:32 Lopez wings a big left hand at Robinson but the latter sidesteps the punch. 0:9
01:43 Lopez takes a hard combination from Robinson 4:9
01:43 Lopez seems to be back on an even keel after those blows... 4:9
01:56 Robinson misses wildly with the Hook. 4:9
01:59 Lopez gets in a hook to the body of Robinson. 4:11
02:13 Lopez tries to drop the right hand over the top but Robinson ducks under it. 4:11
02:15 Upstairs and downstairs! Robinson lands two quick blows and then moves away from Lopez's counters. 6:11
02:19 Look for Robinson to start to target Lopez's right eye in an attempt to close it because the swelling under it has continued to grow. 6:11
02:29 Robinson is offering minimal head movement as he comes straight forward. 6:11
02:39 Lopez swings...and misses. 6:11
02:45 Robinson goes downstairs with a series of hard blows. 9:11
02:54 It is a good boxing crowd tonight. They know the game and are reacting to every good punch that lands. 9:11
03:00 Robinson cranks up the hook and connects to Lopez's jaw, that one had bad intent behind it! 13:11
03:00 Lopez looks to be in big trouble after that barrage! 13:11
03:00 The round comes to a close as the crowd gives the fighters a standing ovation after that action packed round. Both fighters left everything out there. This is truly boxing at it's best. 15:11

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Lopez is getting his full rest as he remains on his stool as the Round 6 bell sounds. Now he's up and his corner scrambles to exit the ring. 0:0
0:06 A minute wasn't enough to eliminate or even significantly reduce Ricardo Lopez's swelling. They'll have to keep a close watch on it and make sure Lopez's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:07 Lopez lands a brutal cross to head of Robinson. 0:3
0:30 That punch actually went behind Robinson's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Lopez. 0:3
0:37 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 0:3
0:48 Lopez is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 0:3
0:50 Robinson ducks under a jab and brings an uppercut right down main street. 2:3
0:59 Robinson looks to wear Lopez down as he throws the uppercut to the body. 5:3
01:04 That swelling under the right eye of Lopez is definitely getting worse. 5:3
01:13 Robinson muscles his way inside. 5:3
01:25 Lopez lands a nice jab. He tries to follow it up with a cross but it misses. 5:5
01:42 Lopez tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 5:5
01:45 Robinson lands an uppercut that nearly decapitates Lopez, holy smokes that was a brutal shot! 8:5
02:02 The fighters are jockeying for position as both men try to gain the advantage here in the 6th. 8:5
02:05 Both fighters are pawing with the jab, trying to find an opening. Robinson digs a quick hook into the exposed side of Lopez. 10:5
02:19 Robinson drops the right hand flush on Lopez's chin! 14:5
02:19 That shot landed square and Lopez felt it, he's in a world of hurt! 14:5
02:33 There's a crushing hook to the head, landed by Lopez! Robinson flashes a quick smile at Lopez as if to acknowledge the blow. 14:8
02:50 Robinson works free! The fighters move to ring center. 14:8
03:00 Robinson charges in but Lopez avoids the rush. 14:8
03:00 The bell sounds ending Round 6. 16:8

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson and Lopez square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 7. 0:0
0:06 If the swelling was lessened by Ricardo Lopez's corner, it wasn't reduced enough to make a big difference. It's going to be a factor in this fight if it continues to worsen. 0:0
0:07 These guys are really going at it and both will be in a little worse shape after this exchange is over. 2:2
0:20 Robinson misses with that punch. 2:2
0:27 Lopez backs into his own corner... 2:2
0:32 That hook from Robinson snapped Lopez's head back violently! 7:2
0:32 Ricardo Lopez's hurt, that blow stopped him cold! 7:2
0:41 Lopez is covering up to prevent body shots, but he's leaving his chin dangerously unprotected! 7:2
0:45 Lopez has Robinson blocked in! 7:2
0:45 Lopez's jab falls short, but the cross gets in behind it. 7:4
0:58 Lopez is protecting the body nicely as Robinson fails to score inside. 7:4
01:13 Lopez catches Robinson coming in with a sweet uppercut! 7:8
01:13 Robinson is going to need to regroup after that blow... 7:8
01:27 Robinson shoots a vicious cross right down the pipe and catches Lopez flush! 11:8
01:27 That blow connected solidly to the head of Lopez and he is stunned! 11:8
01:31 Lopez's right eye is becoming a cause of major concern as it continues swell. 11:8
01:44 Lopez scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 11:13
01:44 Robinson in on unsteady legs after those punches. 11:13
01:54 Lopez is trapped in his own corner... 11:13
01:58 Robinson wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Lopez's defense. 11:13
02:05 Lopez lands a strong cross! 11:17
02:05 Robinson is gasping for air!! 11:17
02:22 Lopez takes a heavy combination downstairs. 15:17
02:22 Lopez was hurt by those blows! 15:17
02:26 Lopez is fading... 15:17
02:39 Robinson ties up Lopez. Why would he want to clinch now? 15:17
02:48 Lopez tries to get free... Here comes Alonso to break them up... 15:17
02:52 Robinson sneaks in a quick uppercut that lands cleanly. 17:17
03:00 It looks like Robinson has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 17:17
03:00 It doesn't get much better than that last round folks, non-stop fury from start to finish has the crowd in an uproar. 17:17

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Lopez looks to be in good shape as Round 8 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 The swelling on the face of Lopez is almost as pronounced as it was before his corner worked on it, in spite of their efforts. 0:0
0:12 Lopez just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 4:0
0:12 Lopez is trying to regroup after those punches... 4:0
0:16 Lopez is starting to carry his arms lower...he's tired. That's dangerous! 4:0
0:26 Robinson lands a solid cross! 8:0
0:26 Lopez looks shaken! 8:0
0:45 Lopez backs into a neutral corner. 8:0
0:50 Robinson pins Lopez's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 8:0
0:59 * Alonso steps in and admonishes Ricardo Lopez for using his shoulder. 8:0
01:17 Lopez lands a strong hook! 8:4
01:17 Robinson is suddenly in trouble! 8:4
01:33 Lopez moves to the center of the Ring taunting Robinson with his hands by his sides. 8:4
01:38 Lopez is trying to avoid shots to the body. He'd better look out for shots to the head! 8:4
01:44 Robinson lands a lead right to the midsection. 11:4
01:49 The swelling under Lopez's right eye is growing to a point where the eye could end up shut if his corner can't reduce or at least control it. 11:4
01:53 Lopez lands a glancing, overhand right. He just missed landing that one square. 11:6
02:10 Lopez pummels Robinson, capping off his assault with a stiff combination! 11:10
02:10 Robinson was staggered by those punches... 11:10
02:22 Robinson bangs away with both hands and a nice uppercut finds a home. 13:10
02:40 And Robinson tastes the power of a huge hook from Lopez! 13:14
02:40 Robinson is dazed and he is in trouble!! 13:14
02:53 Lopez hooks off the jab and scores to the body or Robinson. 13:16
03:00 Lopez moves into a neutral corner. 13:16
03:00 There's a nice round of applause from the crowd as the round comes to an end. 12:18

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Robinson and Ricardo Lopez leave their corners. 0:0
0:08 The swelling on the face of Lopez is noticeable, even at a distance. Although his corner men were applying cold compresses and trying to work the swelling away from his eyes, Lopez still has distension. 0:0
0:13 Alonso warns Robinson for holding and hitting, although he is doing a lot more holding than hitting. 0:0
0:18 Robinson shoves Lopez away. 0:0
0:26 The fighters have worked their way back to the center of the ring. 0:0
0:30 Ricardo Lopez is moving around the ring nicely. 0:0
0:38 Robinson feints downstairs, then lands an uppercut under Lopez's chin. 2:0
0:52 Robinson tries to muscle inside but Lopez clinches him. 2:0
01:04 Robinson works his way free! 2:0
01:18 Lopez is bouncing on his toes, avoiding Robinson attempts to move inside on him. 2:0
01:27 Lopez lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Robinson. 2:0
01:34 Robinson lands a hard uppercut! 7:0
01:34 Lopez is clutching his side! 7:0
01:38 Ricardo Lopez seems bothered by the increased swelling around the right eye. 7:0
01:47 Lopez fires away but finds nothing but air. 7:0
01:54 Robinson really buried that punch into Lopez's ribs. 11:0
01:54 Lopez was shaken by those blows! 11:0
02:05 Ray Robinson tries a hook but Lopez blocks it and then he scores with a hook of his own! 11:2
02:19 Lopez lands a solid cross! 11:6
02:19 Robinson was rattled by that shot and he is hurt! 11:6
02:32 Both fighters let their hands go with Lopez coming out on top in that melee. 13:9
02:48 Lopez just misses with a huge shot as Ray Robinson chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 13:9
02:54 There's a pause in the action as both fighters regroup. 13:9
03:00 What a great round of boxing as both fighters traded heavy leather. And the crowd is letting the combatants know that they like what they're seeing! 12:11

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Lopez looks a bit disgusted as Round 10 gets underway. 0:0
0:06 Lopez got some great advice from Richie Giachetti between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 10. 0:0
0:06 Ricardo Lopez's corner is an experienced crew but the swelling he's suffered looks almost as bad as it did before the minute break. 0:0
0:07 Robinson is blocked in his own corner... 0:0
0:07 The fighters move in close and Lopez gets off first, landing a vicious combination that snaps back the head of Robinson. 0:3
0:16 Ray Robinson brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 0:3
0:21 Robinson slides along the far ropes. 0:3
0:29 Robinson flicks a jab to Lopez's stomach 2:3
0:42 Robinson lets his hands go inside, but Lopez protects his body well. 2:3
0:52 Robinson lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 4:3
0:56 Lopez is going to have to protect his continually swelling right eye or it is going to become an issue in this fight! 4:3
01:05 Ray Robinson retreats into a neutral corner. 4:3
01:05 Lopez leaps at Robinson and lands a cross that made Robinson's legs buckle ever so slightly. That was a wild shot! 4:6
01:16 Lopez seems really focused on what he's doing this round. 4:6
01:23 Lopez throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Robinson but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 4:6
01:37 Robinson misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 4:6
01:49 Robinson misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 4:6
02:07 * Robinson rains a combination of blows to the head and body of Ricardo Lopez and Lopez tastes the canvas here in Round 10! 4:6
02:10 Alonso brings his arm down over Ricardo Lopez as he begins the count... 13:6
02:10 1... 13:6
02:11 2... 13:6
02:12 3... 13:6
02:13 4... 13:6
02:14 5... 13:6
02:15 6... 13:6
02:16 7... 13:6
02:17 8... 13:6
02:17 * Lopez gets up on his feet! He doesn't look very steady... 13:6
02:17 This bout will continue as Alonso signals to both men to fight. 13:6
02:17 Lopez is definitely in trouble. Robinson needs to pick his shots and he can knock him out right now. 13:6
02:26 Robinson goes to the head and the body, though neither punch had much on it. 15:6
02:26 Lopez is badly stunned and Robinson will try to finish him off here in the 10th round! 15:6
02:34 Lopez slides into a neutral corner... 15:6
02:39 Robinson doubled up on the hook. Did you see the water fly off Lopez's head? 20:6
02:39 Lopez looks like he might have been hurt by that punch! 20:6
02:48 Robinson traps Lopez in the corner! 20:6
02:52 Robinson misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 20:6
03:00 Robinson tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Lopez. 20:6
03:00 Ray Robinson appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 20:6
03:00 Fans appreciate a fine display of boxing but as that last round proved nothing gets them going like a knockdown. 22:6

Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Lopez rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:08 Robinson received a pep talk from Frank Bagley before he left his corner; we'll see if it worked. 0:0
0:08 Lopez's corner didn't ignore the swelling he's suffered so far in this bout; however, even with the attention that they gave it, the puffiness doesn't look lessened much, if at all. 0:0
0:13 Lopez can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 0:0
0:20 OH! Robinson landed the big hook flush! 4:0
0:20 Lopez is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 4:0
0:25 Robinson is starting to suck wind... 4:0
0:25 There has to be something done about the swelling around Lopez's right eye as it continues to worsen. 4:0
0:35 Robinson continues to follow Lopez about the ring. 4:0
0:44 It's a sweet uppercut by Lopez! He snapped Robinson's head straight back with that punch! 4:4
0:44 How is Robinson standing after that? 4:4
01:00 Lopez and Robinson are in a clinch, Alonso hollers at them to break and start fighting. 4:4
01:05 Alonso separates the two... 4:4
01:10 Robinson scores with a stunning hook to the head. 7:4
01:23 That was a spirited exchange that saw both men score well, though Robinson had the edge. 10:6
01:37 Both fighters seem willing to clinch... Someone's got to throw some leather... 10:6
01:42 Referee Alonso separates the two... 10:6
01:47 Robinson has an army of supporters in tow tonight, judging by all the noise they're making. 10:6
01:50 Ray Robinson pins Lopez in the corner! 10:6
01:50 Robinson scores with a brutal hook to the head. 13:6
01:54 Lopez appears to be rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 13:6
01:54 It seems every shot Lopez takes on his right makes the swelling worse. 13:6
02:01 A solid right hand scores for Robinson. 16:6
02:10 The crowd is reacting to every punch thrown by these guys, whether it lands or not. 16:6
02:26 Robinson doesn't connect with the jab. 16:6
02:41 Robinson lands a crushing hook! 21:6
02:41 Lopez was stunned by that blow! 21:6
02:45 Lopez's right eye is little more than a slit right now as the swelling has just about closed it. 21:6
02:51 Robinson slides into his own corner... 21:6
02:55 Lopez looks to land a combination but misses the mark. 21:6
02:58 Robinson connects with an uppercut to the head of Lopez. 23:6
03:00 The fighters continue the action as the bell rings to finish Round 11, forcing Alonso to step in. 23:6

Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 We go to the last round, as the bell sounds to start the 12th. 0:0
0:06 The swelling on the face Lopez looks slightly less severe, thanks to a great job by his corner man. 0:0
0:08 Robinson pops a jab home. That punch didn't hurt but it still scored points. 2:0
0:12 Both fighters look fatigued... 2:0
0:12 Ricardo Lopez's right eye is on the verge of closing and he's at a huge disadvantage now, especially from a defensive standpoint. 2:0
0:22 Robinson leans on the ropes and motions for Lopez to come in. 2:0
0:31 Ray Robinson is either lucky or has radar. Lopez's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 2:0
0:33 Some good body work by Robinson but not much on those punches. 4:0
0:48 Robinson tries to give angles as he continues his relentless forward motion. 4:0
0:52 Lopez scores with a hook to the body but he misses when he tries to double up with it. 4:2
01:04 Lopez fires away with both hands, banging some clean shots home. 4:5
01:22 Robinson patiently and methodically advances, steadily cutting down the ring space, giving Lopez little room to move. 4:5
01:31 Lopez grabs Robinson again. If this were football, there'd be a penalty flag for holding. 4:5
01:43 Referee Alonso has to separate the two... 4:5
01:52 Neither fighter is straying far from the middle of the ring. 4:5
01:56 Robinson lands a smashing cross! 8:5
01:56 Lopez is suddenly in trouble! 8:5
02:05 Robinson tastes Lopez's jab 8:7
02:17 Lopez retreats into the upper corner. 8:7
02:22 Ray Robinson wraps his arms around Lopez. 8:7
02:26 Robinson uses his shoulder to force Lopez out of the clinch. 8:7
02:36 Lopez traps Ray Robinson's gloves under his arms, forcing Alonso to break them up. 8:7
02:48 The Referee breaks it up... 8:7
02:57 Robinson fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 8:7
03:00 Alonso tries to separate the boxers but Robinson has a vice-like grip on Lopez. 8:7
03:00 Alonso separates the two fighters. 8:7
03:00 Robinson seems to have done enough to win this fight. 8:7
03:00 Call it a night, sports fans, because this fight is over! Let's see who gets the nod from the judges. 9:7

Fight Result

We go to the ring where Joe Humphries is ready with the call...

Ladies and Gentlemen, the judges have tallied their scorecards and here is your decision...

Noppharat Sricharoen, Thailand scores the bout 117 to 110

Bernard Bruni, United States scores the bout 116 to 113

Rick Saull, Canada scores the bout 118 to 110

And your winner by unanimous decision Ray Robinson!!!


Score Cards

Noppharat Sricharoen Round Total
Thailand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 10 10 117
Ricardo Lopez 10 10 9 9 9 9 9 10 9 8 9 9 110

Bernard Bruni Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Ray Robinson 10 9 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 10 10 10 116
Ricardo Lopez 9 10 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 8 9 9 113

Rick Saull Round Total
Canada 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Ray Robinson 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 10 10 118
Ricardo Lopez 9 10 9 9 9 9 10 10 9 8 9 9 110

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Ray Robinson 29 27 30 30 30 29 30 27 29 30 30 30 351
Ricardo Lopez 28 30 27 27 28 28 29 30 28 24 27 27 333


Statistics
Categories Ray Robinson Ricardo Lopez
Knockdowns scored 1 0


Jabs / Round 6.08 3.17
Hooks / Round 4.50 5.00
Crosses / Round 5.25 3.42
Combinations / Round 5.17 3.33
Uppercuts / Round 6.08 2.83


Punches Landed / Round 27.08 17.75
Punches Missed / Round 50.08 41.42


Punching Accuracy 35.1% 30.0%


Total Number of Fouls 1 2
Low Blow 1
Head Butting 1
Using Shoulder 1


Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 1 1


Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 1 / 1
Fight Inside 3 / 3 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 1 / 1 3 / 3
Fight Outside (Defensive) 0 / 0 1 / 0
Go for KO 3 / 3 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 2 / 2 5 / 3
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 0 / 0 0 / 0

[DMA1987]

fcuk you very much Bernard