MW Season Week 35 fights 1-6

[Fist of Legend]

Archie Moore vs Andy Lee

Fight info: Robarts Arena, Sarasota, FL, United States, 2017-12-21, announcer is Billy Jordan, referee is Silvestre Abainza, the bout will be scored by three judges: Chuck Giampa (United States), Hans Larsen (Denmark) and Wilhelm Vogl (Austria), ring card girl is Marisa Devonish, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 10 rounds, Unified-rules are in effect, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell is not in effect, only the referee 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 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Archie Moore - Record: 22-8-4 (8) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Rudy Hernandez - Cut Man: Manny Seamon
In the blue corner: Andy Lee - Record: 0-5-0 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Ray Arcel - Cut Man: Ted Bentham

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters are ready to go and the bell sounds to start the action here in the first round. 0:0
0:17 Lee has Moore cornered! 0:0
0:17 Andy Lee slips in a jab to the body 0:2
0:29 Moore is motioning with his gloves for Lee to bring it on, but he is not doing much either. 0:2
0:37 Moore tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 0:2
0:43 Lee doubled up on the hook. Did you see the water fly off Moore's head? 0:7
0:43 Moore careens wildly into the ropes! He's trying desperately to hang on! 0:7
0:52 Lee rips a hook to the body. 0:9
1:06 Moore misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 0:9
1:13 Lee is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. 0:9
1:25 Lee is pinned in his opponents corner... 0:9
1:29 Moore tries to drop the right hand over the top but Andy Lee ducks under it. 0:9
1:41 Lee attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 0:9
1:44 Moore throws a hard cross and scores to the head of Lee. 3:9
1:55 Some good body work by Moore, landing several short blows to the ribs. 5:9
2:09 The action has moved back to the middle of the ring. 5:9
2:09 Moore catches Lee with a right hand to the face. 7:9
2:09 Lee reels backward from what might have been a head butt! 7:9
2:25 Lee connects with a cross. 7:11
2:39 Moore wraps his arms around Lee. 7:11
2:44 Referee Abainza has to separate the two... 7:11
2:52 Lee pushes Moore away, looking for more space to work in. 7:11
2:59 Moore backs into a neutral corner. 7:11
3:00 Moore just comes up short with the jab. 7:11
3:00 There's the bell. Round 1 comes to an end. 6:12

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 2. 0:0
0:06 Moore got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Rudy Hernandez's instructions work. 0:0
0:12 That hook from Moore lands with some authority! 4:0
0:12 Lee takes a step back, obviously hurt! 4:0
0:26 Lee misses wildly with the Hook. 4:0
0:37 Moore steps back as he tries to create some punching room. 4:0
0:44 Lee takes a hard combination from Moore 8:0
0:44 Andy Lee is suddenly in trouble! 8:0
0:53 Lee moves into the right corner. 8:0
0:53 Archie Moore moves Lee back and scores with a hook. 11:0
1:07 Moore is off target with that uppercut. 11:0
1:09 Moore takes a cross to the head from Lee. 11:2
1:19 Lee slides into a neutral corner... 11:2
1:23 Moore just can't find the range with that hook. 11:2
1:35 A brutal uppercut from Moore connects to the solar plexus! 15:2
1:35 Andy Lee is suddenly in trouble! 15:2
1:44 Moore bangs away to the body with the hook, but there is no leverage on that punch. 17:2
1:56 Lee moves into a neutral corner. 17:2
1:56 Lee leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Moore. 19:2
2:06 Moore goes downstairs with a series of hard blows. 22:2
2:20 Lee fires a wild overhand left and misses everything. 22:2
2:27 Moore shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 24:2
2:54 Moore pins Lee in the corner! 24:2
2:58 The fighters are tied up. Moore tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 24:2
3:00 * Abainza is telling Archie Moore to quit using the shoulder. 24:2
3:00 Lee breathes heavily as he walks slowly back to his corner as Round 2 ends. 24:2

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 3 begins. 0:0
0:13 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 0:0
0:23 Lee pushes Moore away. 0:0
0:28 Ted Bentham not only gave Lee encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Moore. Now it's up to Lee to implement it. 0:0
0:29 Lee fires a solid combination. 0:2
0:42 Moore misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:2
0:49 Lee's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 0:2
0:56 Lee retreats to his own corner... 0:2
1:00 Moore just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Lee with a sharp combination! 4:2
1:00 Andy Lee is out on his feet after that violent combination! 4:2
1:14 Moore muscles his way inside. 4:2
1:23 Considering the clinch Moore has on Andy Lee it looks like he wants to dance with him, not fight him. Lee pushes him away. 4:2
1:28 Lee tries to get free... Here comes Abainza to break them up... 4:2
1:37 Moore moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Andy Lee. 4:2
1:44 Moore pins Lee in the corner! 4:2
1:44 Moore flicks a lead right to the head of Lee. 6:2
2:05 Lee is protecting the body nicely as Archie Moore fails to score inside. 6:2
2:21 Lee just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 11:2
2:21 Lee appears shaken by those punches! 11:2
2:38 The fight has moved back to the middle of the ring. 11:2
2:38 Moore lands a hook to the ribs. 13:2
2:51 Lee snakes the jab through Moore's gloves. He had some snap on that one. 13:4
3:00 The bell sounds ending Round 3. 15:3

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Marisa Devonish exits the ring to wild cheering. We await the bell, signaling the start of Round 4. There it is! 0:0
0:05 Ted Bentham was really animated in Andy Lee's corner and Andy Lee was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:10 Moore can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 0:0
0:12 Lee digs a short hook to ribs of Archie Moore. 0:2
0:17 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 0:2
0:25 Good work by Moore as he comes out on top in that exchange. 3:4
0:41 Moore really buried that punch into Lee's ribs. 7:4
0:41 That shot has Andy Lee hurt! 7:4
0:51 Lee gets caught with a hard left hook. 10:4
1:00 Both fighters are pawing with the jab, trying to find an opening. Moore digs a quick hook into the exposed side of Lee. 12:4
1:17 Archie Moore is jockeying for position as he tries to force Lee back into the corner. 12:4
1:22 Archie Moore has an army of supporters in the crowd tonight, judging by the chants we are hearing. 12:4
1:30 Look out! That was a straight right by Moore! 17:4
1:30 Lee was stopped cold by that punch and he is staggering across the ring! 17:4
1:43 Lee picks off the jab thrown by Moore. 17:4
1:54 Moore tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 17:4
2:05 Moore just misses with a huge shot as Lee chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 17:4
2:16 Moore fires away but finds nothing but air. 17:4
2:27 Moore misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 17:4
2:33 Lee is trapped in his opponents corner... 17:4
2:33 Moore connects with an uppercut. He can make good use of that punch if he can continue to get inside. 19:4
2:33 Moore has Lee in a world of trouble. Let's see if he can finish him here in the 4th. 19:4
2:47 Moore cranks up the hook and connects to Lee's jaw, that one had bad intent behind it! 23:4
2:47 Lee's hurt, that blow stopped him cold! 23:4
3:00 Moore lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Lee. 23:4
3:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 25:4

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Moore and Lee square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 5. 0:0
0:08 Lee got some great advice from Ted Bentham between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 5. 0:0
0:15 Lee just comes up short with the jab. 0:0
0:17 Several solid punches from Moore land, stopping Lee in His tracks. 3:0
0:33 Lee takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 8:0
0:33 Lee is hurt and he had better reach deep if he's going to continue! 8:0
0:42 Lee is looking to protect his body and he's leaving his chin wide open! 8:0
0:51 Moore is just missing by a hair with his punches. 8:0
0:53 Lee finds a home for his jab, keeping Moore at bay. 8:2
1:02 Lee has Moore blocked in! 8:2
1:07 Lee's constant movement can be frustrating to an opponent who's not capable of cutting off the ring on him. 8:2
1:14 He follows a beautiful a double jab with a solid cross! 8:5
1:27 The two men are bumping heads as they wrestle on the inside. Now, Moore lands a short uppercut to the chin of Lee. 10:5
1:42 Lee is holding Moore tighter than most men do their wives -- or girlfriends! 10:5
1:52 Abainza separates the two... 10:5
1:57 Lee is backed into his opponents corner... 10:5
2:02 Moore misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 10:5
2:04 Lee wings the right cross and it gets in, though without a lot of steam on it. 10:7
2:19 Andy Lee frees himself from Moore's clutches! They move to ring center now. 10:7
2:27 Moore has Lee pinned! 10:7
2:32 Moore wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Andy Lee's defense. 10:7
2:38 Oh!!! Lee unleashed a crippling right hand to the head! 10:11
2:38 Moore was shaken by that blow! 10:11
2:51 Archie Moore connects with a hook to Andy Lee's body. 13:11
3:00 Loud applause accompanies the end of this round. 13:13

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 6 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:18 Moore retreats into the upper corner. 0:0
0:18 Lee scores with a quick one-two to Moore's midsection 0:2
0:22 Lee is fatigued. That's going to make him more susceptible to a knockdown. 0:2
0:31 Lee backs into his own corner... 0:2
0:35 Lee does a great job of moving as Moore tries to work inside. 0:2
0:45 Lee is really focused in this round. 0:2
0:49 The fans expected an action fight, but both fighters have been very cautious all night. 0:2
0:57 Lee lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Moore. 0:2
1:04 Moore just landed a devastating three punch combo! 4:2
1:04 Lee was shaken by those blows! 4:2
1:13 They are back in the center of the ring once again 4:2
1:18 Andy Lee works his way in and leans on Moore... 4:2
1:22 Abainza moves them apart. 4:2
1:30 Lee has Moore trapped! 4:2
1:34 Lee misses with the right and then fails to connect with the left as well. 4:2
1:36 A hard uppercut from Moore lands flush. 7:2
1:53 That hook from Moore snapped Lee's head back violently! 11:2
1:53 Lee is staggered... 11:2
2:07 Lee wings a big left hand at Moore but the latter sidesteps the punch. 11:2
2:09 Moore rakes Lee with some solid shots to the head and body. 14:2
2:24 Moore fires a volley of punches but Lee was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 14:2
2:31 Lee lands a devastating hook! 14:6
2:31 Moore is reeling.. 14:6
2:50 Moore misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 14:6
2:57 There's a straight right by Lee! 14:10
2:57 Archie Moore looks like he might have been hurt by that punch! 14:10
3:00 It looks like Moore has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 14:10
3:00 The two fighters nod at each other as the crowd applauds both the action and the sportsmanship being displayed. 14:10

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Moore and Lee leave their corners. 0:0
0:11 Moore lands a brutal uppercut! 4:0
0:11 Lee staggers into the ropes! He is struggling to remain upright! 4:0
0:23 Moore lands a rapier like jab to the head of Lee 6:0
0:37 Moore picks off the hook by Lee. 6:0
0:44 Moore lands a solid uppercut! 10:0
0:44 Andy Lee appears shaken by that punch! 10:0
0:54 Moore has Lee trapped in the near neutral corner... 10:0
1:03 * Moore rains a combination of blows to the head and body of Lee and Lee tastes the canvas here in Round 7! 10:0
1:05 Abainza motions Moore to a neutral corner and starts the count. 19:0
1:05 1 19:0
1:06 2 19:0
1:07 3 19:0
1:08 4 19:0
1:09 5 19:0
1:10 6 19:0
1:11 7 19:0
1:12 8 19:0
1:13 9 19:0
1:14 10! 19:0
1:14 * Lee can't beat the count! It's over! Lee has been stopped here in round 7. 19:0

Fight Result

We go to the ring where Billy Jordan is ready with the call...

Ladies and Gentlemen! The winner by knockout at 1:19 of round 7...

Archie Moore!


Score Cards

Chuck Giampa Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Archie Moore 9 10 10 10 10 9 58
Andy Lee 10 9 9 9 10 10 57

Hans Larsen Round Total
Denmark 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Archie Moore 10 10 10 10 10 10 60
Andy Lee 9 9 9 9 10 9 55

Wilhelm Vogl Round Total
Austria 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Archie Moore 9 10 10 10 10 10 59
Andy Lee 10 9 9 9 10 9 56

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Archie Moore 28 30 30 30 30 29 177
Andy Lee 29 27 27 27 30 28 168


Statistics
Categories Archie Moore Andy Lee
Knockdowns scored 1 0


Jabs / Round 4.43 3.71
Hooks / Round 5.71 3.14
Crosses / Round 7.29 2.57
Combinations / Round 5.57 2.14
Uppercuts / Round 5.86 2.00


Punches Landed / Round 28.86 13.57
Punches Missed / Round 82.57 30.14


Punching Accuracy 25.9% 31.0%


Total Number of Fouls 1 0
Using Shoulder 1


Foul Penalties:
Caution 1


Suffered Accidental Head Butt 1


No cuts occured


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


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[Fist of Legend]

Sam Langford vs Terry Norris

Fight info: Robarts Arena, Sarasota, FL, United States, 2017-12-21, announcer is Dean Stone, referee is Sergey Krupenich, the bout will be scored by three judges: Scott Morrison (United States), John Wilson (United States) and Manuel Arroyo (Colombia), ring card girl is Jasmine Bloggs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 10 rounds, WBO-rules are in effect, three KD rule is in effect, save by the bell is in effect, only the referee can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 3/Scorecard after 3, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Sam Langford - Record: 17-7-2 (4) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Eduardo Garcia - Cut Man: Dennie Mancini
In the blue corner: Terry Norris - Record: 12-10-1 (6) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Ted Walker - Cut Man: Percy Richardson

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds and the two fighters are ready to trade blows. 0:0
0:13 Norris lands a solid cross! 0:4
0:13 Langford is suddenly in trouble! 0:4
0:22 * Krupenich is telling Langford to quit leading with his head. 3:4
0:31 Norris takes a step back and reaches toward his head after what was a rather obvious intentional head butt from Langford. Quick action now by the referee, who steps between the two fighters and halts the fight momentarily to sort out matters. 3:4
0:41 "The Boston Tar Baby" scores with a stunning hook to the head. 6:4
0:55 He fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 6:4
1:01 Langford is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. 6:4
1:12 The fighters are tangled up inside. Langford has a hand free and lands a little uppercut. 8:4
1:21 Langford gets a jab in but it was more of a push than a punch. 10:4
1:38 That was a violent straight right by Norris! 10:9
1:38 Langford in on unsteady legs after those punches. 10:9
1:48 Terry Norris winds up for a bolo punch, then sneaks in the hook, bringing cheers from the crowd. 10:11
2:02 Langford tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 10:11
2:05 Norris gets in close and comes straight up to the chin of Langford with an uppercut. 10:13
2:05 Langford tries to clear his senses after after the fighters heads come together inside. 10:13
2:18 Langford doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 10:13
2:28 Norris traps Langford's gloves under his arms. He won't let go until Krupenich breaks it up. 10:13
2:43 Langford tries to get free... Here comes Krupenich to break them up... 10:13
2:51 Norris backs into the far corner. 10:13
2:51 Langford throws the cross and scores to the head of Norris. 12:13
3:00 Norris feels his back touch the ropes and immediately moves back to the middle of the ring. He doesn't want to get trapped there. 12:13
3:00 Non stop action as they battled from pillar to post in that round!! 14:12

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Langford's corner as the bell sounds for Round 2. 0:0
0:06 Langford has Norris cornered! 0:0
0:11 Norris is trying to free his gloves from under Langford's gloves. 0:0
0:21 Krupenich separates them. 0:0
0:26 Langford feints upstairs, then scores with a quick cross to the midsection. 2:0
0:36 There's a wicked cross to the stomach by Norris. He had some steam on that punch. 2:3
0:52 Langford is moving his head and shoulders side to side, but his feet are not going anywhere, giving Norris a decent target to shoot for. 2:3
0:59 Norris is motioning with his gloves for Langford to bring it on, but he is not doing much either. 2:3
1:06 Langford gets in a lead cross to Norris's body. 4:3
1:19 Sam Langford misses wildly with the Hook. 4:3
1:27 Langford is going to come out on the short end of this exchange of punches. 6:6
1:45 Norris just landed a devastating three punch combo! 6:11
1:45 Langford was shaken by those blows! 6:11
1:54 A solid combination downstairs by Norris. 6:14
2:09 Norris is either lucky or has radar. Langford's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 6:14
2:21 Langford lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Norris. 6:14
2:23 Norris misses the lead right, but follows up with a left hook that finds the mark. 6:16
2:37 Sam Langford just can't find the range with that cross. 6:16
2:44 Terry Norris cranks up the hook and connects to Langford's jaw, that one had bad intent behind it! 6:21
2:44 Norris has Langford hurt badly, he is just trying to hang on right now!! 6:21
2:53 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight and the crowd is really showing it. 6:21
2:56 Thats a nice combination to the body by Langford. 8:21
3:00 That was a great round as both combatants gave it everything they had and then some. 9:21

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Norris is off his stool and waiting for the bell to begin Round 3. 0:0
0:23 Langford is clinching... Norris is trying to free his gloves... They are under Langford's arms... 0:0
0:35 Krupenich has to break them apart. 0:0
0:43 Langford is trapped in the corner... 0:0
0:43 Norris goes downstairs with a right cross. 0:2
0:53 * Terry Norris continues to hammer away as he holds Langford and Krupenich has seen enough as he issues a warning. 0:5
1:14 Norris has Langford trapped in the upper neutral corner... 0:5
1:18 Terry Norris just comes up short with the cross. 0:5
1:35 Langford picks off the jab thrown by Norris. 0:5
1:37 Langford works his way inside and scores with a hook to the body. 2:5
1:54 Terry Norris is in constant motion. He is a hard fighter to corner. 2:5
1:58 Norris is really focused in this round. 2:5
2:02 Norris digs a short hook to ribs of Langford. 2:7
2:12 Norris moves into a neutral corner. 2:7
2:12 This is turning onto a real pier sixer as both fighters mix it up 4:9
2:22 Norris moves in and scores with a quick jab. 4:11
2:32 Norris slides into a neutral corner... 4:11
2:32 Sam Langford connects with an uppercut to the head of Norris. 6:11
2:48 Norris is blocked in his opponents corner... 6:11
2:53 Langford looks somewhat plodding as he tries to chase down Norris. 6:11
2:58 Langford's corner is screaming at him to finish the round strong. 6:11
3:00 That ends Round 3... But the fighters are still punching! Now Krupenich jumps between them. 6:13

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Norris is getting his full rest as he remains on his stool as the Round 4 bell sounds. Now he's up and his corner scrambles to exit the ring. 0:0
0:12 Langford just landed a three punch combo! 4:0
0:12 Norris gets caught with several punishing blows to the head and he is reeling! 4:0
0:17 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 4:0
0:26 Langford scores with a winging right! Norris's head snapped back violently with that punch! 8:0
0:26 Norris suddenly has a vacant look in his eyes. That's a bad sign. 8:0
0:43 Langford slides along the far ropes. 8:0
0:52 Langford tastes Norris's jab 8:2
1:05 Langford smothers Norris's attack with a clinch! 8:2
1:17 Krupenich separates the two fighters. 8:2
1:29 Langford goes straight at Terry Norris, a poor way to cut off the ring if that's what he's trying to do. 8:2
1:34 We have a lull in the action. 8:2
1:44 Langford is clinching. Krupenich better watch because some fighters aren't above doing some nasty head work when they're in close like this. 8:2
1:59 Krupenich moves them apart. 8:2
2:11 Langford lands a short left hook to the head. 10:2
2:29 Langford attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 10:2
2:36 The fighters jockey for position as they both try to gain the advantage here in the 4th. 10:2
2:40 Norris slides into the corner... 10:2
2:40 Those were mostly arm punches from Langford but several got through. 12:2
3:00 And there's the bell ending Round 4. 13:2

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 5. 0:0
0:08 Langford traps Terry Norris in the corner! 0:0
0:13 Langford whiffs with the jab. 0:0
0:20 Norris drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 0:4
0:20 Langford appears shaken by those punches! 0:4
0:24 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 0:4
0:37 Both men look like they want to keep this fight in the center of the ring. 0:4
0:46 Norris gets in a short cross to the body. 0:6
0:56 Langford looks to the midsection, then fires a combination to the head 2:6
1:08 Langford is forced into his opponents corner... 2:6
1:12 Norris lands a smashing cross! 2:10
1:12 Sam Langford is hurt! 2:10
1:30 Norris scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 2:14
1:30 Langford is clutching his side! 2:14
1:41 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 2:14
1:53 Langford just misses with a huge shot as Norris chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 2:14
1:56 * Krupenich is all over Norris for holding and hitting and he better clean up his act immediately. 2:17
2:09 Sam Langford is starting to puff up a little under his right eye. 2:17
2:16 Langford retreats into a neutral corner. 2:17
2:20 Terry Norris tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 2:17
2:27 Norris just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 6:17
2:27 Norris looks shaken! 6:17
2:45 Langford really buried that punch into Norris's ribs. 10:17
2:45 At least two of those shots really hurt Norris! 10:17
3:00 Norris doesn't connect with the combination. 10:17
3:00 As the round comes to a close, both fighters continue to wing shots. That was another good round of action. 10:19

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Langford was a little slow getting off his stool this round. 0:0
0:12 Langford lets his hands go inside, but Norris protects his body well. 0:0
0:14 Norris lands a nice cross but Langford turned with it, absorbing most of its power. 0:2
0:23 Eduardo Garcia not only gave Langford encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Norris. Now it's up to Langford to implement it. 0:2
0:28 Langford swings...and misses. 0:2
0:43 Terry Norris can't score with short uppercut inside. Langford got his gloves in front of the punch. 0:2
0:45 Langford drills Norris with a solid jab. 2:2
0:59 Langford works his way in and leans on Norris... 2:2
1:08 Langford pushes Norris away. 2:2
1:17 That hook from Langford just missed. 2:2
1:20 A quick jab from Norris connects. 2:4
1:37 Langford lands the uppercut but there wasn't much on it. 4:4
1:51 Considering the clinch Langford has on Norris it looks like he wants to dance with him, not fight him. Terry Norris pushes him away. 4:4
1:55 Krupenich moves in to break the clinch. 4:4
2:05 Norris is utilizing the ring to his advantage with constant movement. 4:4
2:14 Langford looks to work the body, but Norris covers up nicely. 4:4
2:25 Norris is getting frustrated as Langford continues to hold on to him. Terry Norris is punching Langford's head, trying to break his hold. Finally, Krupenich pushes the fighters apart. 4:4
2:30 Now they break clean. 4:4
2:34 Referee Krupenich is earning his pay tonight as it seems he is spending half his time separating the fighters. 4:4
2:43 Krupenich has to pull the fighters away from each other as Norris locks up Langford's arms. 4:4
2:48 Krupenich pries them apart. 4:4
3:00 Norris wraps up Langford... Neither fighter will break... 4:4
3:00 Krupenich separates the two... 4:4
3:00 Norris appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 4:4
3:00 There's another round in the books. 4:3

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Langford didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 7. 0:0
0:08 Eduardo Garcia seemed to pump up Langford between rounds. 0:0
0:10 Langford backs into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:14 Norris lands a solid uppercut! 0:5
0:14 That punch may have stunned Langford momentarily. 0:5
0:23 Norris scores with several quick blows to the head. 0:7
0:23 Norris has hurt Langford early in the round. Sam Langford is going to have to call on all his tricks to survive with this much time to go. 0:7
0:32 Neither fighter wants to stay on the ropes as they are back in the middle of the ring. 0:7
0:41 Terry Norris lands a wicked combination! 0:11
0:41 That's the shot Norris hoped to land! Langford looks bad after that series of blows. 0:11
0:46 Langford's swelling isn't getting any better; as a matter of fact it's even more swollen here in round 7. 0:11
0:54 Terry Norris drills Langford with a left and right and another left. 0:13
0:54 Norris has Langford hurt, now let's see what kind of finisher Norris is. 0:13
1:07 Langford moves into the lower right corner. 0:13
1:12 Terry Norris fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 0:13
1:23 Norris grabs Langford. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 0:13
1:32 Krupenich breaks them up... 0:13
1:44 Langford is holding. Well, he can't get hit if Norris can't throw punches, I guess. 0:13
1:49 * Krupenich cautions Langford for striking with his his shoulder. 0:13
2:06 Langford pins Norris in the corner! 0:13
2:10 Langford knows one direction and thats straight ahead. 0:13
2:20 Norris throws a flurry of punches but Langford either blocks or slips them. 0:13
2:31 The fighters are tied up. Norris tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 0:13
2:36 Krupenich separates the two... 0:13
2:40 The combatants circle one another, looking for an opening to exploit. 0:13
2:48 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 0:13
2:52 Krupenich has to separate the two... 0:13
2:57 Both boxers go back to the middle of the squared circle. 0:13
3:00 Langford traps Norris's gloves under his arms, forcing Krupenich to break them up. 0:13
3:00 Referee Krupenich steps in to break it up. 0:13
3:00 Round 7 ends with the sound of the bell. 1:12

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Langford rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:06 The swelling on the face of Langford is almost as pronounced as before his corner worked on it. 0:0
0:06 Norris leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Langford. 2:0
0:15 Langford got some great advice from Eduardo Garcia between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 8. 2:0
0:15 Langford dips to his left and catches Norris with a nice hook. 5:0
0:28 Langford retreats to his own corner... 5:0
0:32 Both fighters seem willing to clinch... Someone's got to throw some leather... 5:0
0:41 Krupenich steps in and breaks it up. 5:0
0:46 Langford is really focused in this round. 5:0
0:56 Norris cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Sam Langford had his elbows tucked in nicely. 5:0
0:58 Langford goes downstairs with the hook. 7:0
1:09 Langford takes a cross to the head from Norris. 7:2
1:19 Both fighters move back to ring center. 7:2
1:23 Langford and Norris are in a clinch, Krupenich hollers at them to break and start fighting. 7:2
1:28 Langford uses his shoulder to force Norris out of the clinch. 7:2
1:37 Norris wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Sam Langford's defense. 7:2
1:47 They are probing, looking for an opening. 7:2
1:54 Langford is challenging Norris to fight him and quit clinching. 7:2
1:59 Referee Krupenich has to separate the two... 7:2
2:03 Norris retreats into the lower corner. 7:2
2:08 Langford fires and misses. 7:2
2:15 The action is back in the center of the ring. 7:2
2:15 Norris gets off a quick combination to the body, with the right hand landing. 7:4
2:27 Langford has Terry Norris trapped! 7:4
2:32 Langford tries to work his way inside but he can't do it. 7:4
2:36 Langford is really focused in this round. 7:4
2:48 That hook from Langford snapped Norris's head back violently! 12:4
2:48 That punch has Terry Norris staggering around the ring like a drunken sailor! 12:4
2:57 Langford rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 14:4
2:57 Langford wants to end this fight right now. Whether or not he can do it is another story. 14:4
3:00 Krupenich motions the fighters to their corners as the bell sounds to end Round 8. 15:3

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 9 begins. 0:0
0:05 If the swelling was lessened by Langford'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 It looks like Langford and Norris are both starting to fatigue... 0:0
0:15 Ted Walker was really animated in Norris's corner and Norris was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:20 Watch Terry Norris move. He is darting in and out, in and out, keeping Sam Langford off balance. 0:0
0:25 Norris scores to both the head and body and then moves away. 0:2
0:38 Norris bounces off the ropes, challenging Langford to come get him. 0:2
0:45 Norris has Langford blocked in! 0:2
0:50 Norris grabs and holds Langford... 0:2
1:00 * Norris is blatantly hitting after the break and Krupenich has stopped the action to scold him 0:2
1:19 Terry Norris circles around the ring. 0:2
1:24 The fighters are at ring center... 0:2
1:28 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 0:2
1:37 The fighters separate after a clinch. 0:2
1:46 Norris is off target with that jab. 0:2
1:49 Langford lands a solid combination to the head of Terry Norris. 3:2
2:03 Langford just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Terry Norris with a sharp combination! 7:2
2:03 Norris is going to need to regroup after that series of blows... 7:2
2:15 Langford has Norris pinned! 7:2
2:15 A cross lands for Langford. Terry Norris didn't see that one coming. 9:2
2:19 Norris looks to be losing his legs. 9:2
2:19 Langford is fading... 9:2
2:24 Norris is trying to avoid shots to the body, but He better get his hands up! 9:2
2:29 Some nice infighting ends with Norris getting an uppercut in. 9:4
2:42 Norris throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 9:4
2:56 Krupenich yells at the fighters to separate but Langford and Norris are a tangle of arms. 9:4
3:00 Sam Langford finally lets go of Norris. 9:4
3:00 Norris appears to have this fight under control. 9:4
3:00 The Referee has to get between Sam Langford and Norris as they glare at one another. He sends them to their corners as the bell sounds to end the round. 8:6

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 There are 3:00 more minutes of fighting to go in the 10th and final round. 0:0
0:07 Ted Walker was extremely upbeat during the break with Norris providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:07 Langford'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
0:22 Norris has his arms wrapped around Langford... Now they separate. 0:0
0:32 Krupenich has to break the clinch. 0:0
0:37 Sam Langford pushes Norris away, looking for more space to work in. 0:0
0:40 Langford traps Norris in the corner! 0:0
0:45 Langford connects with a solid uppercut! 4:0
0:45 Norris is trying to reach for the ropes! His legs have turned to jelly! 4:0
0:54 Norris lands a pair of short right hands just above the waist line. 4:2
1:08 Terry Norris tries to muscle inside but Langford clinches him. 4:2
1:17 * The referee is cautioning Norris about using his shoulders a bit too enthusiastically when he gets inside. 4:2
1:31 Not much happening at the moment. 4:2
1:39 Norris will tie a guy up if he has to. 4:2
1:44 Langford works his way free! 4:2
1:48 Langford steals a quick glance at his corner. 4:2
1:51 Not much steam behind Langford's jab, but it scores nonetheless. 6:2
2:09 Langford misses with that combination. 6:2
2:11 Norris fires the jab. It finds its target. 6:4
2:15 Langford is fatigued. That's going to make him more susceptible to a knockdown. 6:4
2:15 Norris needs to catch his second wind... 6:4
2:22 Sam Langford has Terry Norris cornered! 6:4
2:22 Sam Langford dips and connects with a hook to the side of Terry Norris's head. 8:4
2:36 Langford grabs Norris's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Krupenich has to force Langford to let go. 8:4
2:47 Norris pushes Langford away. 8:4
2:59 Langford pins Terry Norris's arms! The fighters are tied up... 8:4
3:00 Langford and Norris each take a step back. 8:4
3:00 Norris seems to have done enough to win this fight. 8:4
3:00 This fight is history! The last round is over and we await the decision of the judges. 8:3

Fight Result

And here with the call is Dean Stone

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

Scott Morrison, United States scores the bout 97 to 93 for Sam Langford

John Wilson, United States scores the bout 97 to 93 for Terry Norris

Manuel Arroyo, Colombia scores the bout 96 to 94 for ...

...Sam Langford

Your winner by split decision is Sam Langford!


Score Cards

Scott Morrison Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sam Langford 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 97
Terry Norris 9 10 9 9 9 9 10 9 10 9 93

John Wilson Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sam Langford 9 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 9 9 93
Terry Norris 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 97

Manuel Arroyo Round Total
Colombia 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sam Langford 10 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 96
Terry Norris 9 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 9 9 94

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sam Langford 29 27 28 30 28 30 27 30 28 29 286
Terry Norris 28 30 29 27 29 27 30 27 29 28 284


Statistics
Categories Sam Langford Terry Norris
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 4.20 5.30
Hooks / Round 3.40 4.10
Crosses / Round 3.60 3.20
Combinations / Round 3.80 3.80
Uppercuts / Round 3.90 4.40


Punches Landed / Round 18.90 20.80
Punches Missed / Round 42.40 29.70


Punching Accuracy 30.8% 41.2%


Total Number of Fouls 2 4
Hitting on the Break 1
Holding Head and Hitting 2
Head Butting 1
Using Shoulder 1 1


Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 2 3


Suffered Accidental Head Butt 1
Suffered Intentional Head Butt 1
Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


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


Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd

[Fist of Legend]

Roberto Duran vs Emile Griffith

Fight info: Robarts Arena, Sarasota, FL, United States, 2017-12-21, announcer is Bob Alexander, referee is Jorge Alonso, the bout will be scored by three judges: Eugene Grant (United States), Arthur Mercante (United States) and Michele Hellstern (United States), ring card girl is Jennifer Searles, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 10 rounds, WBA-rules are in effect, three KD rule is in effect, save by the bell only in last round, only the referee 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 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Roberto Duran - Record: 19-10-5 (5) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Kevin Rooney - Cut Man: Jim Strickland
In the blue corner: Emile Griffith - Record: 14-11-5 (2) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Fritz Sdunek - Cut Man: Leo Flynn

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell signaling the start of the fight sounds here at this popular venue. 0:0
0:18 Griffith back pedals away from the straight forward attack of Duran. 0:0
0:27 some nifty bodywork Griffith as he scores with several shots from the inside. 0:2
0:39 Duran leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Emile Griffith. 0:4
0:39 Duran tries to clear his senses after after the fighters heads come together inside. 0:4
0:52 Duran misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:4
1:08 Griffith is clinching. Early in a fight you have to wonder but late in a fight clinching can give a fighter a breather. 0:4
1:20 Alonso separates the two fighters. 0:4
1:28 Nice pop on that jab from Duran. 3:4
1:45 Duran tries to muscle inside but Griffith clinches him. 3:4
1:49 Alonso has to break them apart. 3:4
2:01 Griffith takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 8:4
2:01 Emile Griffith was stopped cold by that punch and he is staggering across the ring! 8:4
2:15 A quick combination from Griffith gets through. 8:6
2:29 Duran lands a hard hook! 12:6
2:29 Griffith is gasping for air!! 12:6
2:38 Duran doesn't have to look for Griffith this round as He is right there in front of him. 12:6
2:41 Duran is forced into his own corner... 12:6
2:46 Griffith tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 12:6
3:00 Duran is just missing by a hair with his punches. 12:6
3:00 The bell ending the Round sounds and the fighters return to their corners. 13:5

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Alonso motions the fighters together as the bell sounds to begin Round 2. 0:0
0:12 Our ring card girls tonight are some real beauties. 0:0
0:15 Griffith backs into the near right corner. 0:0
0:20 Duran pins Griffith's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 0:0
0:29 Roberto Duran shoves Griffith away. 0:0
0:38 Griffith fires a volley of punches but Duran was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 0:0
0:56 Duran holds his arms up in disgust as Emile Griffith holds him around his waist. 0:0
1:08 Alonso has to break the clinch. 0:0
1:16 Emile Griffith pins Duran in the corner! 0:0
1:16 Both fighters are scoring in this exchange and neither is coming out on top. 2:2
1:25 Duran digs a short hook to ribs of Griffith. 4:2
1:38 Griffith scores with a nice short hook inside the defense of Duran. 4:4
1:55 Duran brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 4:4
1:59 Duran fires and misses. 4:4
2:09 Duran blasts two wicked shots to the ribs of Griffith and you could see him wince in pain. 7:4
2:22 Roberto Duran is really focused in this round. 7:4
2:24 Duran is really focused in this round. 7:4
2:31 Griffith doesn't connect with the jab. 7:4
2:47 Griffith clinches... Duran gets an arm free! He should be punching with it! 7:4
3:00 Alonso moves them apart. 7:4
3:00 Round 2 finishes with the sound of the bell. 7:3

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith looks a bit disgusted as Round 3 gets underway. 0:0
0:18 Duran picks off the jab thrown by Griffith. 0:0
0:25 Duran slides into a neutral corner... 0:0
0:25 Griffith unleashes a flurry of rights and lefts, but only a few get through. 0:2
0:43 Alonso has to pull the fighters away from each other as Griffith locks up Duran's arms. 0:2
0:58 The Referee breaks it up... 0:2
1:08 Duran retreats into a neutral corner. 0:2
1:12 Griffith looks to land a jab but misses the mark. 0:2
1:23 Duran eats a jab from Emile Griffith 0:4
1:40 Emile Griffith misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 0:4
1:42 Duran splits Griffith's gloves with an uppercut. 2:4
1:51 Emile Griffith misses the lead right, but follows up with a left hook that finds the mark. 2:6
2:06 Griffith fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 2:6
2:13 Duran's corner is screaming at him to finish the round strong. 2:6
2:27 Griffith tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 2:6
2:42 Duran picks off the cross by Griffith. 2:6
2:48 Emile Griffith traps Duran in the corner! 2:6
2:53 Emile Griffith fires and misses. 2:6
3:00 Griffith takes a heavy hook downstairs. 6:6
3:00 That shot has Griffith hurt! 6:6
3:00 The action was nearly non-existant in that round and the crowd is non too happy about it. 6:6

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 4. 0:0
0:08 Fritz Sdunek was extremely upbeat during the break with Griffith providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:12 Griffith is holding on to Duran. He seems to be taking a breather. 0:0
0:17 Duran works his way free! 0:0
0:17 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 0:0
0:24 Emile Griffith rips a hook to the head. 0:2
0:38 Griffith is really fluid in his movement. 0:2
0:44 Duran feints downstairs, then lands two quick blows to the head. 2:2
0:44 Griffith reels backward from what appears to be a head butt! 2:2
0:49 * Oh, there's some major swelling under the right eye of Griffith. 2:2
0:53 Emile Griffith has Duran trapped! 2:2
0:58 Griffith fires a left hand that Duran takes high on the shoulder. 2:2
1:12 Griffith attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 2:2
1:18 The fighters jockey for position as they both try to gain the advantage here in the 4th. 2:2
1:26 Duran telegraphed that shot and Emile Griffith ducks under it easily. 2:2
1:38 Griffith just comes up short with the cross. 2:2
1:49 Duran swings...and misses. 2:2
1:56 Duran backs into his own corner... 2:2
1:56 Griffith scores to both the head and body and then moves away. 2:4
2:05 Griffith doubles up to the body. He got Duran's attention with those shots. 2:7
2:18 A hard uppercut to the head rocks Griffith. 5:7
2:34 Griffith is really focused in this round. 5:7
2:42 Duran works free! The fighters move to ring center. 5:7
2:55 Duran is doing a great job keeping his distance. 5:7
3:00 The fighters are tied up. Griffith tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 5:7
3:00 Alonso separates the two... 5:7
3:00 There's the bell. That brings Round 4 to a close. 6:7

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center... 0:0
0:08 If the swelling was lessened by Griffith'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
0:14 Duran misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 0:0
0:17 Griffith drills Roberto Duran with a solid jab. 0:2
0:29 Griffith lets his hands go inside and gets in a hook to Duran's midsection. 0:4
0:41 Duran slides into the corner... 0:4
0:46 Griffith fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 0:4
0:56 Griffith traps Duran in the corner! 0:4
1:00 Griffith is clinching... 0:4
1:11 Duran tries to get free... Here comes Alonso to break them up... 0:4
1:15 Both fighters could stand to press the attack a bit more. 0:4
1:23 Duran can't score with short uppercut inside. Griffith got his gloves in front of the punch. 0:4
1:26 Griffith's jab falls short, but the cross gets in behind it. 0:6
1:35 Griffith leans on Duran and fires a weak hook to the ribs. 0:8
1:53 That punch actually went behind Duran's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Griffith. 0:8
2:05 Duran misses wildly with the hook. 0:8
2:12 Griffith pulls his trunks up. 0:8
2:18 Duran looks to his corner. 0:8
2:26 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 0:8
2:38 Duran ties up Griffith. Why would he want to clinch now? 0:8
2:53 * Alonso steps in and admonishes Griffith for leaning on Duran's neck. 0:8
3:00 And there's the bell ending Round 5. 1:7

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith looks to be in fair shape as Round 6 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 Duran got some great advice from Kevin Rooney between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 6. 0:0
0:07 A minute wasn't enough to eliminate or even significantly reduce Griffith's swelling. They'll have to keep a close watch on it and make sure Emile Griffith's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:13 Griffith is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Duran. 0:0
0:22 Duran pushes Griffith away. 0:0
0:37 Griffith grabs Duran's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Alonso has to force Griffith to let go. 0:0
0:46 * Alonso is telling Duran to quit using the shoulder. 0:0
1:04 Duran wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Griffith's defense. 0:0
1:14 Griffith has Duran blocked in! 0:0
1:19 Griffith ties up Duran. 0:0
1:28 Griffith and Duran each take a step back. 0:0
1:32 Referee Alonso is doing a nice job controlling this bout. 0:0
1:37 Griffith drills Duran with a left and right and another left. 0:2
1:51 Griffith is off target with that uppercut. 0:2
2:10 Griffith just comes up short with the combination. 0:2
2:25 Emile Griffith misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:2
2:39 Duran pushes his way out to the center of the ring where the fighters seperate. 0:2
2:50 Duran is probing with his jab as he tries to find an opening in Griffith's defense. 0:2
2:55 Griffith is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. 0:2
2:58 A nice exchange of blows there, though neither fighter seemed to gain the upper hand. 2:4
3:00 Both Fighters are hearing it from their corners as neither seemed willing to let their fists go in that round. 4:3

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Duran is getting his full rest as he remains on his stool as the Round 7 bell sounds. Now he's up and his corner scrambles to exit the ring. 0:0
0:07 Griffith'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
0:12 Duran does a great job of moving as Griffith tries to work inside. 0:0
0:15 Duran lands a brutal cross to head of Griffith. 3:0
0:23 Duran got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Kevin Rooney's instructions work. 3:0
0:28 Griffith is giving Duran a lot of side-to-side movement. 3:0
0:45 Roberto Duran misses with that combination. 3:0
0:47 Griffith lands a short uppercut in close. 3:2
1:00 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 3:2
1:05 Referee Alonso has to separate the two... 3:2
1:17 Griffith fires a shot, but it glances off Duran's shoulder. 3:2
1:20 Duran connects with a solid uppercut to Griffith's head. 6:2
1:24 You can see some increased swelling around the right of Griffith. 6:2
1:34 Griffith is moving around the ring nicely. 6:2
1:51 Duran's misses as Griffith backpedals away. 6:2
1:53 Griffith throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 6:4
2:13 Griffith darts in and out, making himself a tough target. 6:4
2:25 Duran circles around the ring. 6:4
2:38 Duran fires a lead right that Emile Griffith manages to avoid. 6:4
2:45 Duran feints, looking for an opening. 6:4
2:56 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 6:4
3:00 * Alonso steps in and admonishes Duran for using the shoulder. 6:4
3:00 The round ends and the crowd isn't hesitating to let the fighters know that it's not pleased with the lack of action. 6:6

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Roberto Duran and Griffith leave their corners. 0:0
0:07 Whatever Fritz Sdunek said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Griffith has some spring in his step here in the 8th round. 0:0
0:07 Emile Griffith'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
0:08 Griffith pins Duran in the corner! 0:0
0:13 Griffith throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 0:0
0:20 The uppercut just landed by Griffith is a nice weapon on the inside. 0:2
0:34 Duran pummels Griffith, capping off his assault with a stiff cross! 5:2
0:34 That's the punch Duran hoped to land! Griffith looks to be in bad shape after that blow! 5:2
0:38 Griffith's swelling isn't getting any better; as a matter of fact it's even more swollen here in round 8. 5:2
0:49 Griffith can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 5:2
0:56 Griffith scores with the jab. 5:4
1:09 Duran moves into a neutral corner. 5:4
1:13 Griffith whiffs with the cross. 5:4
1:16 Duran presses the attack, landing a crisp uppercut inside. 8:4
1:31 Duran slides into his own corner... 8:4
1:36 Emile Griffith lands a devastating uppercut! 8:9
1:36 Duran seems to be in big trouble after that blow... 8:9
1:49 Duran backs into a neutral corner. 8:9
1:53 Griffith wings a big left hand at Duran but the latter sidesteps the punch. 8:9
2:07 Griffith lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Duran. 8:9
2:15 A quick hook to the body by Griffith 8:11
2:25 Emile Griffith lands consecutive uppercuts to Duran's midsection. 8:13
2:38 Griffith continues to pop the jab 8:15
2:42 Some swelling has appeared around the left eye of Duran. 8:15
2:54 Duran throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Griffith but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 8:15
3:00 Duran just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 8:19
3:00 Duran appears shaken by those punches! 8:19
3:00 Griffith appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 8:19
3:00 Loud applause accompanies the end of this round. 9:19

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Duran rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:07 Duran's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:07 The swelling on the face of Griffith is almost as pronounced as before his corner worked on it. 0:0
0:11 That combination from Griffith just missed. 0:0
0:14 Duran doubles up on the jab and he managed to score with the second one. 2:0
0:18 Griffith's right eye is becoming more swollen. his corner is going to need to be control it or it will become a factor. 2:0
0:23 Emile Griffith sneaks in a quick uppercut that lands cleanly. 2:2
0:23 Duran steps back and checks for blood after the fighters bump heads. 2:2
0:32 Duran is blocked in his own corner... 2:2
0:37 Griffith lands a crushing uppercut! 2:7
0:37 Duran appears to be stunned! 2:7
0:49 Griffith has Duran pinned! 2:7
0:53 There's a straight right by Griffith! 2:11
0:53 Duran looks shaken! 2:11
0:58 The swelling around Duran's left eye is worsening. 2:11
1:10 Griffith's not even close with the cross. 2:11
1:19 Duran retreats into the near right corner. 2:11
1:24 Griffith leaves the jab just short. 2:11
1:36 Duran misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 2:11
1:43 Duran takes a hard combination from Griffith 2:15
1:43 Duran's knee almost touched the canvas... 2:15
1:53 Griffith goes downstairs with a quick combination. 2:17
2:03 Duran lands the jab but comes up short with a second one right behind it. 4:17
2:12 The fighters are tangled up inside. Griffith has a hand free and lands a little uppercut. 4:19
2:17 That swelling under the left eye of Duran is definitely getting worse. 4:19
2:22 The two men are bumping heads as they wrestle on the inside. Now, Griffith lands a short uppercut to the chin of Duran. 4:21
2:36 Emile Griffith is in constant motion. He is a hard fighter to corner. 4:21
2:45 Griffith is on his bicycle, moving from corner to corner forcing Duran to chase him. 4:21
2:51 Duran moves into the right corner. 4:21
2:56 Griffith misses with that punch. 4:21
3:00 Both fighters keep straying from ring center. Now they're back in the middle of the square. 4:21
3:00 Griffith 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. 4:21
3:00 That's all she wrote here in Round 9. 4:23

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the last round of the bout. 0:0
0:08 The swelling on the face of Duran is noticeable, even at a distance. Although his corner men were applying cold compresses and trying to work the swelling away from his eyes, Roberto Duran still has distension. 0:0
0:08 The swelling on the face of Emile Griffith is almost as pronounced as before his corner worked on it. 0:0
0:13 Duran is challenging Griffith to fight him and quit clinching. 0:0
0:22 Alonso breaks them up... 0:0
0:27 Kevin Rooney knows Duran lost that last round, but he took the postive approach between rounds. 0:0
0:28 A cross lands for Griffith. Roberto Duran didn't see that one coming. 0:2
0:45 Griffith misses wildly with the Hook. 0:2
0:58 Duran is either lucky or has radar. Griffith's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 0:2
1:05 Duran lands a strong hook! 5:2
1:05 Griffith was stunned by that blow! 5:2
1:10 The swelling under Griffith's right eye is increasing. It's going to get tougher and tougher for to see punches coming. 5:2
1:18 Duran tries to drop the right hand over the top but Griffith ducks under it. 5:2
1:29 Griffith usues his legs to avoid Duran's punches. 5:2
1:40 Duran just can't find the range with that hook. 5:2
1:47 Duran has Griffith trapped in the left neutral corner... 5:2
1:47 Duran lands a volley of punches and at least one scored cleanly. 7:2
1:47 Duran is like a human windmill as he tries to take advantage of Griffith's condition and end the fight! 7:2
2:00 You could feel the breeze after that miss by Duran! 7:2
2:12 Duran shoots a vicious cross right down the pipe and catches Griffith flush! 11:2
2:12 Griffith is going to need to regroup after that blow... 11:2
2:21 Duran looks to the midsection, then fires a combination to the head 13:2
2:21 Roberto Duran picks up the pace sensing he can get Emile Griffith out of there! 13:2
2:38 Griffith takes a cross to the head from Roberto Duran. 15:2
2:43 Griffith needs to catch his second wind... 15:2
2:52 Duran comes in low. Griffith puts a headlock on him. Alonso knocks Griffith's arm off Duran's head. 15:2
2:57 Alonso separates the two... 15:2
3:00 Alonso warns Griffith for holding and hitting, although he is doing a lot more holding than hitting. 15:2
3:00 Alonso is shouting at Emile Griffith to break! 15:2
3:00 Griffith seems to have done enough to win this fight. 15:2
3:00 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. 16:1

Fight Result

And here with the call is Bob Alexander

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

Eugene Grant, United States scores the bout 97 to 95 for Roberto Duran

Arthur Mercante, United States sees it 96 to 96

Michele Hellstern, United States scores the bout 97 to 95 for ...

...Roberto Duran

The winner by majority decision is Roberto Duran!


Score Cards

Eugene Grant Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Roberto Duran 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 10 97
Emile Griffith 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 9 95

Arthur Mercante Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Roberto Duran 10 10 10 9 9 10 10 9 9 10 96
Emile Griffith 9 9 10 10 10 9 10 10 10 9 96

Michele Hellstern Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Roberto Duran 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 10 97
Emile Griffith 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 9 95

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Roberto Duran 30 30 30 29 27 30 30 27 27 30 290
Emile Griffith 27 27 30 28 30 27 30 30 30 27 286


Statistics
Categories Roberto Duran Emile Griffith
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 2.40 4.70
Hooks / Round 2.10 4.30
Crosses / Round 3.20 4.40
Combinations / Round 3.30 3.00
Uppercuts / Round 2.20 4.00


Punches Landed / Round 13.20 20.40
Punches Missed / Round 49.50 90.50


Punching Accuracy 21.1% 18.4%


Total Number of Fouls 2 1
Using Shoulder 2
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 1


Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 1 1


Suffered Accidental Head Butt 2 1
Bouts with eye swelling after accidental headbutt 1
Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 1 / 1
Fight Inside 0 / 0 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 0 / 0 5 / 5
Fight Outside (Defensive) 8 / 7 0 / 0
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 1 / 0 2 / 2


Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd

[Fist of Legend]

Nino Benvenuti vs Felix Trinidad

Fight info: Robarts Arena, Sarasota, FL, United States, 2017-12-21, announcer is Michael Buffer, referee is Bruce McTavish, the bout will be scored by three judges: Bob Logist (United States), Pinij Prayadsub (Thailand) and Francisco Vazquez Marcos (Spain), ring card girl is Janice Bloggs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 10 rounds, WBC-rules are in effect, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell only in last round, only the referee 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 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Nino Benvenuti - Record: 22-7-5 (4) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Under Trained - Trainer: Jimmy Montoya - Cut Man: Danny Florio
In the blue corner: Felix Trinidad - Record: 8-9-1 (4) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Michael Timm - Cut Man: George Francis

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
0:10 Trinidad has promised a good showing tonight. 0:0
0:14 Benvenuti slides into a neutral corner... 0:0
0:19 Trinidad connects with a solid combination! 0:4
0:19 Benvenuti is trying to regain his senses after those punches! 0:4
0:31 Benvenuti retreats into the far left corner. 0:4
0:35 That hook from Trinidad snapped Benvenuti's head back violently! 0:8
0:35 Benvenuti looks hurt... He's stumbling backward! 0:8
0:48 They move back to ring center. 0:8
0:48 Benvenuti rips a hook to the head. 2:8
1:07 Felix Trinidad backs into the left corner. 2:8
1:07 A nice three punch salvo from Benvenuti finds the mark. 5:8
1:25 Benvenuti traps Felix Trinidad's gloves under his arms, forcing McTavish to break them up. 5:8
1:29 Benvenuti and Trinidad each take a step back. 5:8
1:41 Nino Benvenuti scores with a cross to the ribs. 7:8
1:53 Trinidad is trapped in his opponents corner... 7:8
1:53 A quick hook to the body by Benvenuti 9:8
2:07 Benvenuti scores with a nice short hook inside the defense of Trinidad. 11:8
2:20 Trinidad drops the right hand flush on Benvenuti's chin! 11:12
2:20 That punch may have stunned Benvenuti momentarily. 11:12
2:38 Trinidad moves into the left corner. 11:12
2:43 Benvenuti traps Felix Trinidad's gloves under his arms... He won't let go. 11:12
2:58 * McTavish is telling Trinidad to quit using the shoulder. 11:12
3:00 That was a great round as both combatants gave it everything they had and then some. 10:13

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 2 of this scheduled 10 rounder. 0:0
0:09 Benvenuti scores with a damaging cross. 3:0
0:26 The fighters are tied up. Trinidad tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 3:0
0:35 Trinidad uses his shoulder to force Benvenuti out of the clinch. 3:0
0:39 Trinidad has Benvenuti pinned! 3:0
0:44 Trinidad lands a devastating cross! 3:5
0:44 Benvenuti is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 3:5
0:54 Benvenuti moves in and connects with a compact uppercut to the head. 5:5
1:08 Trinidad tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 5:5
1:25 Benvenuti is either lucky or has radar. Trinidad's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 5:5
1:34 The fight has moved back to the middle of the ring. 5:5
1:34 Felix Trinidad slips in a quick cross. 5:7
1:44 Trinidad traps Benvenuti in the corner! 5:7
1:44 Trinidad throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 5:9
2:00 Trinidad retreats into a neutral corner. 5:9
2:04 Benvenuti is dancing and flicking harmless punches at Trinidad. 5:9
2:09 Benvenuti's corner is screaming at him to finish the round strong. 5:9
2:21 Benvenuti uses subtle movement and a tight guard protecting his body as Trinidad tries vainly to score. 5:9
2:27 Trinidad steals a quick glance at his corner. 5:9
2:31 Nino Benvenuti is keeping away from the ropes. 5:9
2:36 Nino Benvenuti misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 5:9
2:44 Trinidad is forced into his opponents corner... 5:9
2:49 Benvenuti looks to land a uppercut but misses the mark. 5:9
2:51 Trinidad scores with quick series of shots to the body of Benvenuti. 5:11
3:00 The bell sounds - more boxing to come in a moment. 6:11

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Benvenuti didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 3. 0:0
0:08 Michael Timm seemed to pump up Trinidad between rounds. 0:0
0:08 Benvenuti scores downstairs with a hard cross. 3:0
0:24 Benvenuti doesn't connect with the uppercut. 3:0
0:36 He is moving around the ring nicely. 3:0
0:43 Trinidad moves into a neutral corner. 3:0
0:43 Both fighters are flailing away but Benvenuti is definitely landing the better punches. 6:2
1:00 Benvenuti usues his legs to avoid Trinidad's punches. 6:2
1:02 Benvenuti fires a straight right. He split the gloves with that punch. 8:2
1:11 Benvenuti has Trinidad blocked in! 8:2
1:16 Benvenuti is in constant motion. He is a hard fighter to corner. 8:2
1:23 A flurry of punches are exchanged between the two fighters. It appears as if Benvenuti has gotten the better of the exchange. 11:4
1:37 Punch and move, punch and move, Benvenuti will do it all night if Trinidad doesn't do a more consistent job of cutting off the ring. 11:4
1:41 Benvenuti lands a big hook to the jaw of Trinidad. Trinidad was stopped cold by that shot. 14:4
1:54 These guys are really going at it but Trinidad looks to be getting the worse of it. 17:6
2:08 Benvenuti back pedals away from the straight forward attack of Trinidad. 17:6
2:18 Felix Trinidad is pinned in his own corner... 17:6
2:18 Thats a nice right hand from Benvenuti. 19:6
2:31 Benvenuti is holding... 19:6
2:40 * The referee cautions Benvenuti about leaning on Trinidad's neck, as he separates the two fighters. 19:6
3:00 Benvenuti grabs and holds Trinidad... 19:6
3:00 Nino Benvenuti shoves Trinidad away. 19:6
3:00 And there's the bell ending Round 3. 21:6

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 4 gets underway as the fighters move to the middle of the ring. 0:0
0:17 Trinidad connects with a vicious uppercut! 0:4
0:17 Benvenuti suddenly has a vacant look in his eyes. That's a bad sign. 0:4
0:22 These guys both look like they have barely been in a fight at all.. 0:4
0:34 Benvenuti misses with that cross. 0:4
0:42 Benvenuti steps back as he tries to create some punching room. 0:4
1:04 Benvenuti connects with a nasty hook! 4:4
1:04 Trinidad staggers into the ropes! He is struggling to remain upright! 4:4
1:14 Benvenuti pins Felix Trinidad in the corner! 4:4
1:18 Benvenuti is moving laterally and not straight back, which is exactly what he should be doing. 4:4
1:23 Neither fighter wants to stay on the ropes as they are back in the middle of the ring. 4:4
1:27 Trinidad shoots a vicious cross right down the pipe and catches Benvenuti flush! 4:8
1:27 Benvenuti's eye's are glazed over after that shot, he is definitely hurt! 4:8
1:36 Trinidad has Benvenuti trapped! 4:8
1:41 Trinidad knows one direction and thats straight ahead. 4:8
1:49 Benvenuti slides into the corner... 4:8
1:54 Trinidad just comes up short with the cross. 4:8
2:01 Benvenuti lands a glancing, overhand right. He just missed landing that one square. 6:8
2:10 Trinidad is mixing his punches well and lands a jab followed by a cross. 6:10
2:24 That hook from Trinidad lands with some authority! 6:15
2:24 Benvenuti looks stunned! 6:15
2:32 Benvenuti doesn't have to look for Trinidad this round as He is right there in front of him. 6:15
2:40 That cross from Trinidad has some power behind it! 6:20
2:40 Benvenuti looks like he was hurt by that punch! 6:20
2:53 Trinidad lands a crushing uppercut! 6:24
2:53 Benvenuti is suddenly in trouble! 6:24
3:00 Felix Trinidad has Benvenuti cornered! 6:24
3:00 Trinidad fires a volley of punches but Benvenuti was already moving laterally and was out of harm's way. 6:24
3:00 Round 4 ends with the sound of the bell. 7:26

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Trinidad is getting his full rest as he remains on his stool as the Round 5 bell sounds. Now he's up and his corner scrambles to exit the ring. 0:0
0:23 Trinidad misses with that punch. 0:0
0:25 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 0:0
0:43 A big hook from Benvenuti lands with serious impact! 5:0
0:43 Trinidad seems to have been hurt by that punch! 5:0
0:59 Nino Benvenuti just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 5:4
0:59 At least two of those shots really hurt Benvenuti! 5:4
1:13 Trinidad launches a wild overhand blow from the cheap seats and it lands with a sickening thud! 5:8
1:13 Trinidad has Benvenuti in trouble after that punch! 5:8
1:23 Benvenuti scores with a two punch combination to the midsection. 7:8
1:32 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 7:8
1:40 Benvenuti is off target with that jab. 7:8
1:47 Trinidad has Benvenuti trapped in the lower right neutral corner... 7:8
1:51 Trinidad lands a strong hook! 7:12
1:51 Benvenuti was stunned by that blow! 7:12
2:05 Trinidad fires away but finds nothing but air. 7:12
2:07 Trinidad takes a hook as he tries to work inside. 9:12
2:19 Trinidad is really focused in this round. 9:12
2:27 McTavish has to pull the fighters away from each other as Trinidad locks up Benvenuti's arms. 9:12
2:38 Benvenuti works his way free! 9:12
2:42 Benvenuti looks to his corner. 9:12
2:49 Trinidad looks to the midsection, then fires a combination to the head 9:14
2:49 * Nino Benvenuti is bleeding! He's cut! 9:15
2:49 The cut is not too severe from the looks of it; the bleeding is coming from a wound outside his left eyebrow. 9:15
2:49 * That clash of heads has opened a cut on Benvenuti! 9:15
3:00 That round really got the crowd fired up! 9:15

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Trinidad is off his stool and waiting for the bell to begin Round 6. 0:0
0:11 Both fighters landed effectively in that exchange. 2:2
0:15 Nino Benvenuti looks exhausted but Trinidad still looks like he is fresh. 2:2
0:23 Trinidad backs into a neutral corner. 2:2
0:27 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 2:2
0:38 McTavish separates the two... 2:2
0:52 Trinidad clinches... Benvenuti gets an arm free! He should be punching with it! 2:2
0:57 Referee McTavish has to separate the two... 2:2
1:01 Benvenuti backs into his own corner... 2:2
1:06 Trinidad wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Benvenuti's defense. 2:2
1:08 The fighters are tangled up inside. Benvenuti has a hand free and lands a little uppercut. 4:2
1:21 Benvenuti is really focused in this round. 4:2
1:29 Trinidad lands a powerful hook right on the button! 4:6
1:29 Benvenuti's knee almost touched the canvas... 4:6
1:43 Trinidad can't score with short uppercut inside. Benvenuti got his gloves in front of the punch. 4:6
1:49 Benvenuti slides into the corner... 4:6
1:54 Trinidad tries to work his way inside but he can't do it. 4:6
2:13 Benvenuti scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 8:6
2:13 That shot has Trinidad hurt! 8:6
2:26 Trinidad wraps up Benvenuti. 8:6
2:44 Trinidad finally lets go of Benvenuti. 8:6
2:55 Benvenuti pushes his way out to the center of the ring where the fighters seperate. 8:6
3:00 It looks like Trinidad has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 8:6
3:00 The seconds tick off the clock ending Round 6. 8:6

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center... 0:0
0:12 Nino Benvenuti gets the cross in, making Trinidad blink. 3:0
0:30 Trinidad's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 3:0
0:33 Nino Benvenuti catches Trinidad with an uppercut as he tries to duck. 5:0
0:47 Trinidad misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 5:0
0:49 Benvenuti lands a jab to the midsection 7:0
1:03 McTavish warns Trinidad for holding and hitting, although he is doing a lot more holding than hitting. 7:0
1:08 Nino Benvenuti pushes Trinidad away. 7:0
1:16 Trinidad drives a brutal left hook home just above Benvenuti's trunks. 7:3
1:25 Benvenuti has Trinidad trapped! 7:3
1:25 Benvenuti shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 9:3
1:37 Benvenuti gets a jab in but it was more of a push than a punch. 11:3
1:47 Trinidad has Benvenuti blocked in! 11:3
1:47 Felix Trinidad follows the jab with a with hard overhand right to the jaw. 11:6
1:59 Trinidad has Benvenuti pinned! 11:6
2:03 Circling left, Felix Trinidad looks for an opening to fire a shot at Benvenuti. 11:6
2:12 Trinidad is losing this round and is looking to load up on his punches. 11:6
2:15 Trinidad is pinned in his opponents corner... 11:6
2:15 Benvenuti finds a home for his jab, keeping Felix Trinidad at bay. 13:6
2:32 Trinidad connects with a devastating uppercut to the head, he hits like a Mule! 13:10
2:32 That was a beautiful shot, Benvenuti's eyes actually rolled back in his head! It's amazing that he's still upright! 13:10
2:42 A stiff right hand to the body by Nino Benvenuti 16:10
2:59 Trinidad grabs Benvenuti's head, pulls it down, into his chest. McTavish has to force Trinidad to let go. 16:10
3:00 The fighters separate after a clinch. 16:10
3:00 Trinidad appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 16:10
3:00 The close of the round brings some hearty applause from those in attendance. 17:9

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Benvenuti and Trinidad square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 8. 0:0
0:07 Michael Timm was really animated in Trinidad's corner and Trinidad was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:07 Trinidad has Benvenuti blocked in! 0:0
0:12 Benvenuti does a great job of moving as Trinidad tries to work inside. 0:0
0:14 Trinidad eats a short cross from Benvenuti amd backs away. 2:0
0:19 Felix Trinidad is losing his legs... 2:0
0:28 Trinidad muscles his way inside. 2:0
0:32 The fighters are back at ring center... 2:0
0:37 Felix Trinidad whiffs with the uppercut. 2:0
0:44 Both fighters are pawing with the jab, trying to find an opening. Benvenuti digs a quick hook into the exposed side of Trinidad. 4:0
1:00 Benvenuti rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 6:0
1:14 Benvenuti is utilizing the ring to his advantage with constant movement. 6:0
1:22 Trinidad throws a short, bristling uppercut to the chin of Benvenuti 6:3
1:22 And now it appears as if Benvenuti's cut has been reopened by one of those punches that landed. 6:3
1:22 The claret is flowing again from the cut outside Benvenuti's left eyebrow. 6:3
1:35 Trinidad catches Benvenuti coming in with a sweet uppercut! 6:8
1:35 Benvenuti is gasping for air!! 6:8
1:52 Trinidad is really focused in this round. 6:8
2:08 Benvenuti attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 6:8
2:25 Nino Benvenuti tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Trinidad blocks it. 6:8
2:28 Trinidad lands the uppercut but there wasn't much on it. 6:10
2:40 Trinidad digs two shots to the body and then rips Benvenuti with a short uppercut on the inside. 6:13
2:54 Trinidad is challenging Benvenuti to fight him and quit clinching. 6:13
2:59 McTavish breaks them up... 6:13
3:00 Trinidad has Benvenuti cornered! 6:13
3:00 Trinidad just can't find the range with that uppercut. 6:13
3:00 Trinidad appears to have this fight under control. 6:13
3:00 There's another round in the books. 6:15

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 9 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:23 Trinidad lands a wicked combination! 0:4
0:23 Benvenuti was stopped cold by that series of shots! 0:4
0:32 Trinidad is trapped in Benvenuti's corner... 0:4
0:37 Nino Benvenuti is flicking the jab, trying to keep Trinidad at long range. 0:4
0:46 Trinidad ties up Nino Benvenuti. Why would he want to clinch now? 0:4
0:51 McTavish steps in and breaks it up. 0:4
0:55 Trinidad backs into a neutral corner. 0:4
1:00 Benvenuti will tie a guy up if he has to. 0:4
1:12 The Referee breaks it up... 0:4
1:17 Benvenuti drills Trinidad with a solid jab. 2:4
1:21 Both of these fighters are really laboring now... 2:4
1:26 Trinidad backs into the near right corner. 2:4
1:26 Benvenuti scores to the body with a jab 4:4
1:47 Benvenuti really buried that punch into Trinidad's ribs. 8:4
1:47 Trinidad appears shaken by those punches! 8:4
1:59 Both fighters keep straying from ring center. Now they're back in the middle of the square. 8:4
2:03 Look out! That was a straight right by Trinidad! 8:8
2:03 What a devastating shot, Benvenuti looks like he is out on his feet, he has no idea where he is! 8:8
2:20 McTavish yells at the fighters to separate but Benvenuti and Trinidad are a tangle of arms. 8:8
2:29 Referee McTavish steps in to break it up. 8:8
2:41 Trinidad is getting frustrated as Benvenuti continues to hold on to him. Trinidad is punching Benvenuti's head, trying to break his hold. Finally, McTavish pushes the fighters apart. 8:8
2:51 McTavish is shouting at Benvenuti to break! 8:8
2:56 Benvenuti has Trinidad trapped in the lower neutral corner... 8:8
3:00 Felix Trinidad is protecting the body nicely as Benvenuti fails to score inside. 8:8
3:00 Trinidad seems to have done enough to win this fight. 8:8
3:00 The fighters continue the action as the bell rings to finish Round 9, forcing McTavish to step in. 8:7

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the 10th and final round of this fight. 0:0
0:13 Benvenuti is giving Trinidad a lot of side-to-side movement. 0:0
0:24 A quick jab from Benvenuti connects. 2:0
0:33 Trinidad has Benvenuti blocked in! 2:0
0:38 Trinidad throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Benvenuti but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 2:0
0:45 Benvenuti lands a vicious hook! 6:0
0:45 Trinidad is trying to reach for the ropes! His legs have turned to jelly! 6:0
0:54 Trinidad has Benvenuti pinned! 6:0
0:54 Both fighters are throwing but it looks like Trinidad is scoring more than Benvenuti. 8:3
1:03 Benvenuti backs into the left corner. 8:3
1:07 Trinidad connects with a violent cross! 8:7
1:07 That blast sent Benvenuti reeling into the ropes! 8:7
1:22 Benvenuti lands a crushing uppercut! 13:7
1:22 Trinidad is reeling.. 13:7
1:37 Trinidad is looking to protect his body and he's leaving his chin wide open! 13:7
1:40 There's the uppercut from Benvenuti. That opening has been there all fight for him. 15:7
1:56 Benvenuti has an army of supporters in the crowd tonight, judging by the chants we are hearing. 15:7
1:59 Trinidad lands a jolting uppercut that snaps back the head of Benvenuti. 15:10
2:16 Trinidad just landed a devastating three punch combo! 15:14
2:16 That series of punches rocked Benvenuti and he looks to be in trouble. 15:14
2:25 Trinidad is staying at the center of the ring. 15:14
2:29 Trinidad grabs Benvenuti. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 15:14
2:34 McTavish separates the two... 15:14
2:48 Trinidad's misses as Benvenuti backpedals away. 15:14
2:55 Nino Benvenuti lands a devastating cross! 19:14
2:55 That blow connected solidly to the head of Trinidad and he is stunned! 19:14
3:00 There's the bell and this contest is in the books. Both fighters act as if they've won. Let's listen to the call as the scorecards are handed to the ring announcer. 20:14

Fight Result

And here with the call is Michael Buffer

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

Bob Logist, United States scores the bout 96 to 95 for Felix Trinidad

Pinij Prayadsub, Thailand scores the bout 96 to 95 for Nino Benvenuti

Francisco Vazquez Marcos, Spain has it even at 95 to 95

Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a draw!


Score Cards

Bob Logist Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Nino Benvenuti 9 9 10 9 10 10 10 9 9 10 95
Felix Trinidad 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 9 96

Pinij Prayadsub Round Total
Thailand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Nino Benvenuti 10 9 10 9 9 10 10 9 10 10 96
Felix Trinidad 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 10 9 9 95

Francisco Vazquez Marcos Round Total
Spain 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Nino Benvenuti 9 9 10 9 9 10 10 9 10 10 95
Felix Trinidad 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 10 9 9 95

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Nino Benvenuti 28 27 30 27 28 30 30 27 29 30 286
Felix Trinidad 30 30 27 30 29 28 27 30 28 27 286


Statistics
Categories Nino Benvenuti Felix Trinidad
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 4.60 4.20
Hooks / Round 4.80 5.60
Crosses / Round 4.80 4.60
Combinations / Round 5.40 3.50
Uppercuts / Round 5.00 3.80


Punches Landed / Round 24.60 21.70
Punches Missed / Round 22.40 44.90


Punching Accuracy 52.3% 32.6%


Total Number of Fouls 1 1
Using Shoulder 1
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 1


Foul Penalties:
Caution 1 1


Suffered Accidental Head Butt causing Cut 1


Cuts totals (opened/reopened/worsened) 2 / 1 / 1 0 / 0 / 0
Cuts after head butts (opened/reopened/worsened) 1 / 0 / 0 0 / 0 / 0


Cut locations breakdown:
Cut outside left eyebrow 2 / 1 / 1


Bouts halted to check cut(s) 0 0


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


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


Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd

[Fist of Legend]

Julian Jackson vs Sandro Mazzinghi

Fight info: Robarts Arena, Sarasota, FL, United States, 2017-12-21, announcer is Mark Beiro, referee is Vic Drakulich, the bout will be scored by three judges: Ramon Cerdan (Argentina), Omar Fernandez (Argentina) and Leo Johnson (United States), ring card girl is Maria Cristina, the fighters will compete for the BRS Light Middleweight title(s), the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, Unified-rules are in effect, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell is not in effect, only the referee 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 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Julian Jackson - Record: 23-11-2 (15) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Dennie Mancini - Cut Man: Spider Kelly
In the blue corner: Sandro Mazzinghi - Record: 19-14-3 (6) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Danny Smith - Cut Man: Jack DeForrest

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds and this fight is underway! 0:0
0:12 Jackson misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 0:0
0:15 * Mazzinghi is told to quit holding and hitting by Drakulich. 0:3
0:36 Jackson slides into a neutral corner... 0:3
0:41 Julian Jackson picks off the hook by Mazzinghi. 0:3
0:48 Julian Jackson lands a devastating cross! 4:3
0:48 Mazzinghi is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 4:3
1:01 Mazzinghi fires a left hand that Jackson takes high on the shoulder. 4:3
1:04 Jackson's cross finds a home in Mazzinghi's midsection. 7:3
1:21 You could feel the breeze after that miss by Mazzinghi! 7:3
1:28 Jackson connects with a vicious hook! 11:3
1:28 And Mazzinghi's in big trouble now! 11:3
1:46 Mazzinghi really buried that punch into Jackson's ribs. 11:7
1:46 Jackson was shaken by those blows! 11:7
2:00 Both fighters come into this fight predicting a win... But neither is pressing the action right now. 11:7
2:11 Sandro Mazzinghi misses wildly with the Hook. 11:7
2:22 There's a wicked cross to the stomach by Mazzinghi. He had some steam on that punch. 11:10
2:42 Jackson looks to work the body, but Mazzinghi covers up nicely. 11:10
2:49 Jackson has Mazzinghi trapped in the left neutral corner... 11:10
2:54 There's a straight right by Jackson! 15:10
2:54 Mazzinghi's eye's are glazed over after that shot, he is definitely hurt! 15:10
2:58 * Mazzinghi's left eye has abruptly developed some major swelling under it. 15:10
3:00 Neither fighter wants to stay on the ropes as they are back in the middle of the ring. 15:10
3:00 Loud applause accompanies the end of this round. 15:11

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Mazzinghi looks a bit disgusted as Round 2 gets underway. 0:0
0:06 Mazzinghi'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 Julian Jackson is blocked in his own corner... 0:0
0:07 The fighters are trading punches and Jackson seems to have won that exchange. 3:2
0:11 Mazzinghi's left eye is becoming more swollen. his corner is going to need to be control it or it will become a factor. 3:2
0:15 Jack DeForrest was really animated in Mazzinghi's corner and Mazzinghi was nodding in agreement. 3:2
0:16 Sandro Mazzinghi has Jackson cornered! 3:2
0:16 Mazzinghi lands the lead cross. 3:4
0:33 Jackson grabs and holds Mazzinghi... 3:4
0:37 Jackson finally lets go of Mazzinghi. 3:4
0:42 Mazzinghi is pinned in his opponents corner... 3:4
0:46 Jackson is off target with that combination. 3:4
0:56 Jackson backs into the left corner. 3:4
0:56 Mazzinghi slips inside and lands a hook. 3:6
1:05 An even exchange that sees both men score. 5:8
1:19 Jackson is clinching... 5:8
1:30 Drakulich has to break the clinch. 5:8
1:37 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 5:8
1:40 Mazzinghi comes out on top in that exchange but Jackson was able to land some nice shots as well. 7:11
1:49 Mazzinghi working the bread basket, scoring with several hooks. 7:13
2:03 Look out! That was a straight right by Jackson! 11:13
2:03 Mazzinghi looks like he was hurt by that punch! 11:13
2:15 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight and the crowd is really showing it. 11:13
2:31 Mazzinghi looks for a breather; he grabs Jackson and holds on. Jackson pushes Mazzinghi off and looks for an opening. 11:13
2:43 Jackson pushes Mazzinghi away. 11:13
2:51 Jackson retreats into the upper left corner. 11:13
2:56 Mazzinghi can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 11:13
3:00 Jackson catches Mazzinghi coming in with a sweet uppercut! 15:13
3:00 Mazzinghi is hurt and he had better reach deep if he's going to continue! 15:13
3:00 Mazzinghi seems bothered by the increased swelling around the left eye. 15:13
3:00 Jackson and Mazzinghi can both be proud of that effort. They went full bore the entire round as the spectators serenade both men with a thunderous ovation. 15:12

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 3 begins as the bell sounds. 0:0
0:06 Mazzinghi'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
0:08 Both fighters are looking to bang inside, as Mazzinghi lands an uppercut to the jaw. 0:2
0:29 Jackson connects with a solid combination! 4:2
0:29 Mazzinghi was staggered by those punches... 4:2
0:34 The swelling under Mazzinghi's left eye can't get much worse, as it has now ballooned substantially. 4:2
0:39 Sandro Mazzinghi scores with a quick hook to the head of Jackson after Jackson missed with a wild shot of his own. 4:4
0:55 Mazzinghi's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 4:4
1:04 Sandro Mazzinghi has his arms wrapped around Jackson... Now they separate. 4:4
1:13 Drakulich pries them apart. 4:4
1:17 Sandro Mazzinghi slides into the corner... 4:4
1:22 That hook from Jackson just missed. 4:4
1:29 Mazzinghi connects with a violent cross! 4:8
1:29 Mazzinghi just delivered some big time hurt with that punch! Even the fans at ringside felt it! 4:8
1:48 Jackson moves into a neutral corner. 4:8
1:52 Mazzinghi misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 4:8
2:04 Jackson misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 4:8
2:06 Mazzinghi splits Jackson's gloves with a powerful uppercut. 4:11
2:24 Mazzinghi misses with that punch. 4:11
2:38 Mazzinghi quickly pulls at his trunks. 4:11
2:44 Jackson retreats into a neutral corner. 4:11
2:44 Mazzinghi gets the cross through Julian Jackson's guard. 4:13
2:58 Mazzinghi feels his back touch the ropes and tries to reverse his position. He doesn't want to be the one trapped there. 4:13
3:00 Jackson backs into a neutral corner. 4:13
3:00 Mazzinghi cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Jackson had his elbows tucked in nicely. 4:13
3:00 The bell sounds - more boxing to come in a moment. 5:13

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 4 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:06 If the swelling was lessened by Mazzinghi'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 Mazzinghi has Jackson blocked in! 0:0
0:11 Mazzinghi leans on the ropes and motions for Jackson to come in. 0:0
0:16 Dennie Mancini not only gave Jackson encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Mazzinghi. Now it's up to Jackson to implement it. 0:0
0:21 Jackson tries to muscle inside but Mazzinghi clinches him. 0:0
0:25 Jackson tries to get free... Here comes Drakulich to break them up... 0:0
0:37 Mazzinghi lands a smashing hook! 0:4
0:37 Jackson looks shaken! 0:4
0:46 Jackson has Mazzinghi pinned! 0:4
0:51 Jackson lands a solid uppercut! 4:4
0:51 Mazzinghi was shaken by that blow! 4:4
0:55 Mazzinghi's left eye is turning ugly as the swelling under it worsens. 4:4
1:06 Mazzinghi is motioning with his gloves for Jackson to bring it on, but he is not doing much either. 4:4
1:09 Sandro Mazzinghi is keeping away from the ropes. 4:4
1:09 Jackson ducks into an uppercut from Mazzinghi. 4:6
1:19 Jackson pins Mazzinghi in the corner! 4:6
1:23 Jackson is jockeying for position as he tries to force Mazzinghi back into the corner. 4:6
1:33 That right hand of Jackson's definitely packs a wallop and that one landed flush!! 9:6
1:33 That shot buckled Mazzinghi's legs and he is really unsteady now, like he could go down at any moment! 9:6
1:51 Jackson lands a strong hook! 13:6
1:51 Mazzinghi is gasping for air!! 13:6
1:55 Its obvious that the swelling around Jackson's left eye is rapidly worsening. 13:6
2:02 Jackson moves into the near right corner. 13:6
2:02 Mazzinghi scores with a glancing cross. 13:8
2:16 Jackson tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Mazzinghi. 13:8
2:28 Mazzinghi throws a crushing right to Jackson's jaw! 13:12
2:28 Jackson seems to have been hurt by that punch! 13:12
2:38 Both fighters are flatfooted now. Mazzinghi blasts home a short hook to the body. 13:15
2:47 Mazzinghi catches Jackson with an uppercut as he tries to duck. 13:17
3:00 Mazzinghi tries to drop the right hand over the top but Jackson ducks under it. 13:17
3:00 That was a solid, action packed round! 14:18

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Julian Jackson and Mazzinghi square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 5. 0:0
0:07 Jack DeForrest seemed to pump up Mazzinghi between rounds. 0:0
0:07 A minute wasn't enough to eliminate or even significantly reduce Mazzinghi's swelling. They'll have to keep a close watch on it and make sure Mazzinghi's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:09 The fighters are throwing punches but Mazzinghi is being much more effective in this battle. 2:3
0:28 Mazzinghi scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 2:8
0:28 Jackson is suddenly in trouble! 2:8
0:45 Mazzinghi 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. 2:8
0:48 Jackson rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 4:8
0:56 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 4:8
0:59 Mazzinghi feints downstairs, then lands an uppercut under Jackson's chin. 4:10
0:59 * Mazzinghi's last punch snapped back the head of Jackson. And it looks like it has also drawn blood! 4:12
0:59 The gash is on the forehead of Jackson and the way a forehead cut bleeds is going to have an affect on the fighter, his opponent and even, possibly, the judges. It's going to turn Jackson's face into a gory mess if the cut can't be contained. 4:12
0:59 * The fighters jockey back and forth and now the referee is going to use this opportunity to step in and call timeout. He's taking Jackson by the arm and leading him to the far ropes where the ringside physician can take a look at the cut above Jackson's eye. 4:12
0:59 * The ringside doctor is dabbing at the blood, trying to determine the severity of the wound. He's saying something to the referee and from the reaction of Jackson, it must be positive. Yep, this fight's going to continue as both fighters receive instructions to resume the mayhem here in round 5. 4:12
1:15 The fighters jockey for position as they both try to gain the advantage here in the 5th. 4:12
1:18 Jackson has Mazzinghi trapped! 4:12
1:18 Jackson pushes Mazzinghi away from him, trying to get some punching room and lands a crisp uppercut to the head from inside. 7:12
1:34 Mazzinghi leaves the jab just short. 7:12
1:41 Jackson is going to come out on the short end of this exchange of punches. 9:15
1:45 There seems to be a bit of puffiness under Jackson's left eye. 9:15
1:45 There has to be something done about the swelling around Mazzinghi's left eye as it continues to worsen. 9:15
2:00 Julian Jackson attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 9:15
2:07 Jackson rocks Mazzinghi with a short uppercut to the jaw from inside. 12:15
2:15 Jackson is looking to protect his body and he's leaving his chin wide open! 12:15
2:22 Julian Jackson traps Sandro Mazzinghi in the corner! 12:15
2:27 Jackson looks to land a hook but misses the mark. 12:15
2:33 Mazzinghi lands a strong hook! 12:19
2:33 Jackson is badly hurt! 12:19
2:42 Mazzinghi rips a hook to the head. 12:21
2:47 Drakulich is right on top of the two fighters and he's looking into Jackson's eyes. He's got to be thinking about stopping this bout. 12:21
2:57 Jackson tries to work his way inside but he can't do it. 12:21
3:00 Mazzinghi tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 12:21
3:00 Both fighters have their supporters and each man is receiving a well-deserved round of applause from a pumped up crowd! 13:22

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 6. 0:0
0:08 Jackson's corner has done a great job on the cut on the forehead. They've got the bleeding stopped, at least for now. 0:0
0:08 The swelling on the face of Mazzinghi is almost as pronounced as before his corner worked on it. 0:0
0:08 Mazzinghi moves into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:13 Jackson misses wildly with the hook. 0:0
0:19 Mazzinghi's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:24 Mazzinghi wraps up Jackson. 0:0
0:33 Referee Drakulich separates the two... 0:0
0:43 Mazzinghi telegraphed that shot and Jackson ducks under it easily. 0:0
0:50 Mazzinghi takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 4:0
0:50 How is Mazzinghi standing after that? 4:0
1:04 Jackson moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Mazzinghi. 4:0
1:13 Jackson pins Sandro Mazzinghi's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 4:0
1:18 Drakulich is shouting at Jackson to break! 4:0
1:27 That punch actually went behind Jackson's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Mazzinghi. 4:0
1:33 That hook from Jackson lands with some authority! 8:0
1:33 That punch may have stunned Mazzinghi momentarily. 8:0
1:38 The increased swelling around the left eye of Mazzinghi is fast becoming a hindurance. 8:0
1:46 Jackson has Mazzinghi pinned! 8:0
1:46 The two men close the distance between each other. Julian Jackson throws a half-hook, half-uppercut that catches Mazzinghi clean and stops him in his tracks. 11:0
2:06 Jackson lands a crushing hook! 15:0
2:06 Mazzinghi was stunned by that blow! 15:0
2:10 The swelling under Mazzinghi's left eye is growing to a point where the eye could end up shut if his corner can't reduce or at least control it. 15:0
2:17 Sandro Mazzinghi rips a cross to the stomach of Jackson, but there was really no power behind it. 15:2
2:36 Sandro Mazzinghi catches Jackson with a short, powerful hook to the head as Jackson tried to move inside. That punch stopped Jackson in his tracks! 15:5
2:40 The swelling is increasing around Jackson's left. 15:5
3:00 The seconds jump into action in Jackson's corner as the bell sounds ending Round 6. 15:5

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Drakulich motions the fighters together as the bell sounds to begin Round 7. 0:0
0:05 Mazzinghi got some great advice from Jack DeForrest between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 7. 0:0
0:05 The swelling on the face of Mazzinghi is noticeable, even at a distance. Although his corner men were applying cold compresses and trying to work the swelling away from his eyes, Mazzinghi still has distension. 0:0
0:11 Mazzinghi is working hard to keep this fight at close quarters. 0:0
0:11 Jackson looks to be out of gas at this point. 0:0
0:23 Mazzinghi forces his way inside. 0:0
0:32 Jackson drives that short hook into Mazzinghi's midsection! 5:0
0:32 Mazzinghi is hurt! 5:0
0:41 Mazzinghi has Jackson blocked in! 5:0
0:46 Mazzinghi brushes the ropes and forces his way back to ring center. 5:0
0:51 Mazzinghi retreats into a neutral corner. 5:0
0:55 Mazzinghi just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 10:0
0:55 Mazzinghi is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 10:0
1:00 Mazzinghi is starting to suck wind... 10:0
1:00 Mazzinghi's left eye is becoming a cause of major concern as it continues swell. 10:0
1:09 Jackson lands a wicked cross! 14:0
1:09 Mazzinghi is dazed and he is in trouble!! 14:0
1:28 Mazzinghi frees himself from Jackson's clutches! They move to ring center now. 14:0
1:34 Wow, that hook to the body from Sandro Mazzinghi nearly lifted Jackson completely off the canvas, there was a full head of steam behind that punch! 14:3
1:38 Look for Mazzinghi to start to target Jackson's left eye in an attempt to close it because the swelling under it has continued to grow. 14:3
1:55 Mazzinghi moves into a neutral corner. 14:3
2:00 Jackson scores with a tremendous left! 18:3
2:00 Mazzinghi seems to be in big trouble after that blow... 18:3
2:04 Mazzinghi's left eye is nearing the point of closure as the swelling worsens. 18:3
2:12 Jackson gets the cross in, making Mazzinghi blink. 21:3
2:17 Both fighters are carrying their arms low... 21:3
2:29 Jackson is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 21:3
2:39 Jackson finds a home for his jab, keeping Mazzinghi at bay. 23:3
2:43 Mazzinghi can't take too many more blows or Drakulich is going to have to stop the bout. 23:3
2:56 Jackson misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 23:3
3:00 It looks like Jackson has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 23:3
3:00 The bell sounds ending Round 7. 24:4

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Mazzinghi is off his stool and waiting for the bell to begin Round 8. 0:0
0:05 Mazzinghi'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
0:10 Jackson does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Mazzinghi's punches in close. 0:0
0:13 Jackson's jab is fast and accurate. 2:0
0:26 Jackson backs into a neutral corner. 2:0
0:26 A hard uppercut to the head rocks Jackson. 2:3
0:31 The swelling under Jackson's left eye is increasing. It's going to get tougher and tougher for to see punches coming. 2:3
0:44 Jackson lands a devastating hook! 6:3
0:44 Sandro Mazzinghi is clutching his side! 6:3
0:56 Mazzinghi traps Jackson in the corner! 6:3
1:00 Mazzinghi plods forward. 6:3
1:05 Jackson slides into the corner... 6:3
1:09 Mazzinghi just comes up short with the hook. 6:3
1:21 That was a violent straight right by Mazzinghi! 6:8
1:21 That shot has Jackson hurt! 6:8
1:37 Mazzinghi misses with that hook. 6:8
1:44 Jackson lands a powerful uppercut right on the button! 10:8
1:44 Jackson has Mazzinghi in trouble after that punch! 10:8
1:44 * Oh! That last shot has opened a cut on Mazzinghi because there's blood flowing from somewhere. 11:8
1:44 * Mazzinghi looks to be bleeding from under his right eye, but it shouldn't have an adverse affect on him. 11:8
1:49 The referee and the ring doctor are going to have to keep a close watch on the left eye of Mazzinghi. If the swelling increases much more, we could see a stoppage. 11:8
2:01 The fighters are tied up. Mazzinghi tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 11:8
2:13 Drakulich separates them. 11:8
2:23 Sandro Mazzinghi misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 11:8
2:34 Mazzinghi lands a vicious uppercut! 11:12
2:34 That punch really rocked Jackson! 11:12
2:34 It looks like Mazzinghi has reopened Jackson's previous wound because Jackson is now bleeding once again. 11:12
2:34 Jackson is bleeding once again from that bad cut on his forehead. Again, the concern is how badly the blood obscures the fighter's vision and affects both his accuracy and his defense. 11:12
2:34 * Julian Jackson's pawing at his eye and there may be some blood trickling into that eye from the cut above it. The referee must have noticed because we have a stop in the action as Drakulich motions toward the ringside physician. They're going to take a close look at the cut. 11:12
2:39 * Drakulich has stopped the fight. * This one is over! Jackson is unable to continue due to the severity of the cut over his eye. Mazzinghi gets the TKO victory! 11:12

Fight Result

We go to the ring where Mark Beiro is ready with the call...

Ladies and Gentlemen! The end comes at the 2:40 mark in Round 8. Your winner by TKO and new BRS Light Middleweight champion is..

Sandro Mazzinghi!


Score Cards

Ramon Cerdan Round Total
Argentina 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julian Jackson 10 10 9 9 9 10 10 67
Sandro Mazzinghi 9 9 10 10 10 9 9 66

Omar Fernandez Round Total
Argentina 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julian Jackson 10 10 9 9 9 10 10 67
Sandro Mazzinghi 9 9 10 10 10 9 9 66

Leo Johnson Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julian Jackson 10 10 9 9 9 10 10 67
Sandro Mazzinghi 9 9 10 10 10 9 9 66

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Julian Jackson 30 30 27 27 27 30 30 201
Sandro Mazzinghi 27 27 30 30 30 27 27 198


Statistics
Categories Julian Jackson Sandro Mazzinghi
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 3.38 5.25
Hooks / Round 4.63 4.88
Crosses / Round 5.25 4.38
Combinations / Round 4.38 4.75
Uppercuts / Round 5.25 5.00


Punches Landed / Round 22.88 24.25
Punches Missed / Round 37.25 59.88


Punching Accuracy 38.0% 28.8%


Total Number of Fouls 0 1
Holding Head and Hitting 1


Foul Penalties:
Caution 1


Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1 1


Cuts totals (opened/reopened/worsened) 2 / 1 / 1 1 / 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
Cut on forehead 2 / 1 / 1


Bouts halted to check cut(s) 2 0


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


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


Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd

[Fist of Legend]

Roy Jones Jr vs Panama Joe Gans

Fight info: Robarts Arena, Sarasota, FL, United States, 2017-12-21, announcer is Jim Fitzgerald, referee is Silvestre Abainza, the bout will be scored by three judges: Raul Caiz (United States), Pawel Kardyni (Poland) and Takeshi Shimekawa (Japan), ring card girl is Ali Malta, the fighters will compete for the CPU title(s), the bout is scheduled for 12 rounds, Unified-rules are in effect, three KD rule is not in effect, save by the bell is not in effect, only the referee 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 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Roy Jones Jr - Record: 22-5-1 (10) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Felix Trinidad Sr. - Cut Man: Tony Rivera
In the blue corner: Panama Joe Gans - Record: 9-6-5 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Aaron Snowell - Cut Man: Bill Gibson

Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 That's the bell, summoning the two fighters to begin trading punches here in the first. 0:0
0:12 Jones Jr brushes the ropes and quickly spins away, heading back to ring center. 0:0
0:16 Jones Jr has promised a good showing tonight. 0:0
0:32 Abainza has to pull the fighters away from each other as Jones Jr locks up Gans's arms. 0:0
0:36 Referee Abainza has to separate the two... 0:0
0:43 Jones Jr jolts Gans with a hard jab. 3:0
0:59 Gans leans on the ropes and motions for Jones Jr to come in. 3:0
1:11 Gans's jab is landing with some authority. 3:3
1:20 Both fighters come into this fight predicting a win... But neither is pressing the action right now. 3:3
1:24 Jones Jr is trapped in Gans's corner... 3:3
1:24 Gans sneaks in a quick uppercut that lands cleanly. 3:5
1:47 Gans tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 3:5
1:54 Gans takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 7:5
1:54 Oh my! those were devastating blows! Gans is just trying to hang on! 7:5
2:08 Gans takes a punishing over hand right to the jaw! 11:5
2:08 Gans is out on his feet after that violent combination! 11:5
2:24 Jones Jr's fans are here in force tonight, cheering everything he does. 11:5
2:32 Jones Jr lets his hands go inside, but Gans protects his body well. 11:5
2:40 We have a lull in the action. 11:5
2:45 Gans has Jones Jr trapped! 11:5
2:45 Gans lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 11:7
3:00 Jones Jr smothers Gans's attack as Gans tries to get off some shots inside. 11:7
3:00 The bell sounds ending Round 1. 12:8

Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Jones Jr is getting his full rest as he remains on his stool as the Round 2 bell sounds. Now he's up and his corner scrambles to exit the ring. 0:0
0:16 Gans doesn't connect with the cross. 0:0
0:23 Jones Jr got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Felix Trinidad Sr.'s instructions work. 0:0
0:28 Gans comes in low. Jones Jr puts a headlock on him. Abainza knocks Roy Jones Jr's arm off Gans's head. 0:0
0:43 Abainza has to separate the two... 0:0
0:48 Gans pushes Jones Jr away, looking for more space to work in. 0:0
0:57 Gans slips inside and lands a hook. 0:2
1:18 Gans works his way in and leans on Roy Jones Jr... 0:2
1:27 Referee Abainza separates the two... 0:2
1:39 Gans throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Jones Jr but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 0:2
1:45 Both fighters are probing, looking for an opening. 0:2
1:48 Gans has Jones Jr cornered! 0:2
1:48 Gans lands a short left hook to the head. 0:4
1:57 Jones Jr backs into his own corner... 0:4
2:02 Panama Joe Gans looks to land a uppercut but misses the mark. 0:4
2:04 Jones Jr scores with a pinpoint hook to the chin of Gans. 3:4
2:20 Jones Jr just misses with a huge shot as Gans chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 3:4
2:35 Gans's misses as Jones Jr backpedals away. 3:4
2:47 Gans is bobbing and weaving as he moves forward. 3:4
3:00 Gans ambles toward Jones Jr. 3:4
3:00 The seconds jump into action in Jones Jr's corner as the bell sounds ending Round 2. 2:6

Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 3. 0:0
0:17 Jones Jr clinches... Gans gets an arm free! He should be punching with it! 0:0
0:21 Abainza is shouting at Jones Jr to break! 0:0
0:26 Gans has Jones Jr blocked in! 0:0
0:31 Gans tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Jones Jr blocks it. 0:0
0:33 Gans walks in to a glancing hook from Jones Jr. 2:0
0:58 Gans can't score with short uppercut inside. Roy Jones Jr got his gloves in front of the punch. 2:0
1:14 Jones Jr is either lucky or has radar. Gans's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 2:0
1:25 Roy Jones Jr works free! The fighters move to ring center. 2:0
1:33 Roy Jones Jr gets inside and fires a hook to Gans's body. 4:0
1:50 Gans pins Jones Jr's arms against his body stopping him from throwing any punches. 4:0
1:54 Jones Jr pushes Gans away. 4:0
2:04 Gans lands a glancing, overhand right. He just missed landing that one square. 4:2
2:13 Jones Jr gets off a quick combination to the body, with the right hand landing. 6:2
2:23 Gans lets his hands go inside and gets in a hook to Jones Jr's midsection. 6:4
2:37 Panama Joe Gans fires a lead right that Jones Jr manages to avoid. 6:4
2:48 Roy Jones Jr steps back as he tries to create some punching room. 6:4
2:52 Roy Jones Jr is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. 6:4
3:00 That ends Round 3... But the fighters are still punching! Now Abainza jumps between them. 7:3

Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 4 gets underway as the fighters move to the middle of the ring. 0:0
0:06 Bill Gibson knows Gans lost that last round, but he took the postive approach between rounds. 0:0
0:12 Gans is holding on to Jones Jr. He seems to be taking a breather. 0:0
0:27 Abainza separates the two... 0:0
0:27 Neither fighter has a mark on them at this point of the fight. 0:0
0:35 Gans digs a short hook to ribs of Jones Jr. 0:2
0:55 Gans tries to work his way inside but he can't do it. 0:2
1:10 Jones Jr connects with a solid uppercut! 5:2
1:10 Gans was staggered by that punch! 5:2
1:22 * Jones Jr going way too low with his punches and Abainza has seen enough as he issues a warning. 8:2
1:40 Jones Jr slides into the corner... 8:2
1:40 Gans scores with a rapid fire combination. 8:4
1:55 Gans approaches flat-footed, but continues to move forward, not giving Jones Jr any room to breathe. 8:4
2:04 Jones Jr picks off the hook by Gans. 8:4
2:11 Jones Jr's jab falls short, but the cross gets in behind it. 10:4
2:23 Both fighters move back to ring center. 10:4
2:27 Jones Jr misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 10:4
2:35 Roy Jones Jr is trapped in his own corner... 10:4
2:35 * Abainza has stopped the action. He is issuing a warning to Gans for a low blow. 10:6
2:58 That punch actually went behind Jones Jr's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Gans. 10:6
3:00 Abainza motions the fighters to their corners as the bell sounds to end Round 4. 11:7

Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Panama Joe Gans looks a bit disgusted as Round 5 gets underway. 0:0
0:08 Felix Trinidad Sr. seemed to pump up Jones Jr between rounds. 0:0
0:19 Gans patiently and methodically advances, steadily cutting down the ring space, giving Jones Jr little room to move. 0:0
0:19 Looking at their faces, you wouldn't know these two were in a fight. 0:0
0:30 Gans bores in determined to maul Roy Jones Jr 0:0
0:37 Some good body work by Panama Joe Gans, landing several short blows to the ribs. 0:2
0:46 Roy Jones Jr retreats to his opponents corner... 0:2
0:46 Jones Jr is going to come out on the short end of this exchange of punches. 2:5
0:58 The fighters are tangled up inside. Roy Jones Jr has a hand free and lands a little uppercut. 4:5
1:13 Gans 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. 4:5
1:18 Jones Jr retreats into the left corner. 4:5
1:22 Jones Jr usues his legs to avoid Gans's punches. 4:5
1:25 Jones Jr feints downstairs, then launches a scorching hook that lands flush on Panama Joe Gans's jaw. 7:5
1:37 Jones Jr eats a short cross from Gans amd backs away. 7:7
1:53 Both fighters keep straying from ring center. Now they're back in the middle of the square. 7:7
1:57 Gans lands a strong cross! 7:11
1:57 Jones Jr is staggered... 7:11
2:18 Gans really buried that punch into Jones Jr's ribs. 7:15
2:18 That shot has Jones Jr hurt! 7:15
2:32 Gans telegraphed that shot and Jones Jr ducks under it easily. 7:15
2:43 Gans working the bread basket, scoring with several hooks. 7:17
3:00 Jones Jr is holding. Well, he can't get hit if Gans can't throw punches, I guess. 7:17
3:00 Jones Jr shoves Gans away. 7:17
3:00 There's the bell, finishing Round 5. 6:19

Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 6 of this scheduled 12 rounder. 0:0
0:07 Bill Gibson was extremely upbeat during the break with Gans providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:09 Jones Jr moves into the upper corner. 0:0
0:13 Panama Joe Gans misses with that punch. 0:0
0:16 Jones Jr throws a hard cross and scores to the head of Gans. 3:0
0:20 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 3:0
0:25 Jones Jr likes to use the hook but he'd better get a little closer when he throws it or Gans's going to beat him to the punch and hurt him! 5:0
0:38 Gans is staying at the center of the ring. 5:0
0:43 Gans just can't find the range with that uppercut. 5:0
0:50 Jones Jr lands a wicked combination! 9:0
0:50 Gans seems to be back on an even keel after those blows... 9:0
1:03 There is a lot less action than we anticipated from these two in this round. 9:0
1:13 Gans is holding... 9:0
1:25 Abainza steps in and breaks it up. 9:0
1:33 The fighters are at close quarters now as Roy Jones Jr lands a hook downstairs. 11:0
1:46 Jones Jr lands a vicious uppercut! 15:0
1:46 Gans was shaken by that blow! 15:0
1:51 There appears to be some minor swelling under Gans's left eye. 15:0
2:02 Jones Jr lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Gans. 15:0
2:05 Jones Jr ducks into an uppercut from Gans. 15:2
2:22 Gans misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 15:2
2:29 Jones Jr is blocked in his own corner... 15:2
2:33 Gans doubled up on the hook. Did you see the water fly off Roy Jones Jr's head? 15:6
2:33 Jones Jr is hurt and he had better reach deep if he's going to continue! 15:6
2:50 You could feel the breeze after that miss by Panama Joe Gans! 15:6
2:52 A flurry of light blows from Jones Jr scores to the body. 17:6
3:00 Gans swings...and misses. 17:6
3:00 The fighters continue the action as the bell rings to finish Round 6, forcing Abainza to step in. 18:5

Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 7. 0:0
0:07 Whatever Felix Trinidad Sr. said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Jones Jr has some spring in his step here in the 7th round. 0:0
0:07 Jones Jr slides into a neutral corner... 0:0
0:12 Gans misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:0
0:19 Jones Jr lands a smashing hook! 5:0
0:19 Gans was stunned by that blow! 5:0
0:32 Jones Jr wings the right cross and it gets in, though without a lot of steam on it. 7:0
0:52 Roy Jones Jr fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 7:0
1:04 Gans looks somewhat plodding as he tries to chase down Jones Jr. 7:0
1:09 Panama Joe Gans feels his back touch the ropes and immediately moves back to the middle of the ring. He doesn't want to get trapped there. 7:0
1:13 Gans doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 7:0
1:22 Gans and Jones Jr are in a clinch, Abainza hollers at them to break and start fighting. 7:0
1:34 Gans and Jones Jr each take a step back. 7:0
1:42 * Gans is hitting Jones Jr in the back of his head and Abainza has seen enough as he issues a warning for rabbit punching. 7:2
2:14 Gans has his arms wrapped around Jones Jr... Now they separate. 7:2
2:18 Referee Abainza steps in to break it up. 7:2
2:28 Jones Jr wraps up Gans. 7:2
2:38 Abainza separates them. 7:2
2:44 Jones Jr retreats into a neutral corner. 7:2
2:44 Gans fires a jab to the body 7:4
3:00 Gans charges in but Jones Jr avoids the rush. 7:4
3:00 It looks like Jones Jr has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 7:4
3:00 The crowd is booing because the action in that round was too pitifull for words. 6:6

Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Gans didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 8. 0:0
0:09 Aaron Snowell was really animated in Gans's corner and Gans was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:15 Gans fires a left hand that Jones Jr takes high on the shoulder. 0:0
0:29 Gans moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Jones Jr. 0:0
0:49 Jones Jr is boxing beautifully, smoothly moving side to side and in and out. 0:0
0:57 The combatants circle one another, looking for an opening to exploit. 0:0
1:01 Gans takes a hook as he tries to work inside. 2:0
1:19 Gans wings a big left hand at Roy Jones Jr but the latter sidesteps the punch. 2:0
1:26 That was a violent straight right by Jones Jr! 6:0
1:26 Gans appears shaken by those punches! 6:0
1:30 Gans's swelling isn't getting any better; as a matter of fact it's even more swollen here in round 8. 6:0
1:42 Gans pins Jones Jr in the corner! 6:0
1:47 Gans knows one direction and thats straight ahead. 6:0
1:56 Jones Jr works free! He backs to ring center, with Gans following. 6:0
2:01 Gans moves into a neutral corner. 6:0
2:05 Gans picks off the jab thrown by Jones Jr. 6:0
2:17 Jones Jr bobs and weaves his way inside and lets his hands go, scoring with a hook. 8:0
2:35 Gans just comes up short with the uppercut. 8:0
2:47 Jones Jr misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 8:0
2:54 Jones Jr unleashes a flurry and Gans fires back, a close exchange with Jones Jr coming out on top. 11:2
3:00 Jones Jr appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 11:2
3:00 That's another round in the books as Round 8 comes to an end. 13:3

Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 9 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:08 Gans received a pep talk from Aaron Snowell before he left his corner; we'll see if it worked. 0:0
0:08 The swelling on the face of Gans is noticeable, even at a distance. Although his corner men were applying cold compresses and trying to work the swelling away from his eyes, Panama Joe Gans still has distension. 0:0
0:09 Jones Jr backs into the upper corner. 0:0
0:14 Jones Jr holds his arms up in disgust as Gans holds him around his waist. 0:0
0:26 Now they break clean. 0:0
0:35 Gans is clinching. Abainza better watch because some fighters aren't above doing some nasty head work when they're in close like this. 0:0
0:47 Abainza pries them apart. 0:0
0:57 Gans grabs Jones Jr. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 0:0
1:02 Jones Jr works his way free! 0:0
1:07 Gans has Jones Jr trapped in the upper left neutral corner... 0:0
1:11 Gans connects with a nasty cross! 0:5
1:11 Jones Jr is reeling after that shot! 0:5
1:20 Both boxers go back to the middle of the squared circle. 0:5
1:24 Jones Jr takes a combination from Gans. 0:7
1:24 Gans is reaching down deep to try and end this fight now as he knows he has Jones Jr in trouble! 0:7
1:38 Gans can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 0:7
1:48 That jab from Gans just missed. 0:7
1:59 No one is going to confuse Gans with a ballerina, but at least he isn't just standing still. 0:7
2:03 Panama Joe Gans finds a home for his jab, keeping Jones Jr at bay. 0:9
2:22 Gans lands a powerful combination right on the button! 0:13
2:22 Jones Jr was rattled by those shots and he is in a world of hurt! 0:13
2:31 Gans leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Jones Jr. 2:13
2:49 Gans tries to drop the right hand over the top but Jones Jr ducks under it. 2:13
2:57 Jones Jr has Gans pinned! 2:13
3:00 Jones Jr traps Gans's gloves under his arms, forcing Abainza to break them up. 2:13
3:00 Gans tries to get free... Here comes Abainza to break them up... 2:13
3:00 The bell ending Round 9 sounds and the fighters return to their corners. 2:12

Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Jones Jr rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:11 Gans pushes Jones Jr then steps away from him. 0:0
0:20 Jones Jr lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Gans. 0:0
0:22 A cross lands for Panama Joe Gans. Jones Jr didn't see that one coming. 0:2
0:40 It's a sweet uppercut by Jones Jr! He snapped Gans's head straight back with that punch! 4:2
0:40 Panama Joe Gans looks shaken! 4:2
0:54 Gans ties up Jones Jr... 4:2
1:12 Abainza moves in to break the clinch. 4:2
1:17 Gans traps Roy Jones Jr in the corner! 4:2
1:22 Abainza tries to separate the boxers but Gans has a vice-like grip on Jones Jr. 4:2
1:26 Abainza has to break the clinch. 4:2
1:31 Gans traps Jones Jr in the corner! 4:2
1:36 Gans is like an old steam train going uphill. He just keeps chugging away trying to move inside on Roy Jones Jr. 4:2
1:42 Panama Joe Gans is forced into his own corner... 4:2
1:46 Jones Jr misses wildly with the hook. 4:2
1:53 Jones Jr and Gans grab a quick breather. 4:2
2:00 Jones Jr is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Gans. 4:2
2:05 Abainza breaks them up... 4:2
2:09 Gans's corner is shouting at him to be more aggressive. 4:2
2:17 Jones Jr is gliding around the ring like it's his own personal dance floor. 4:2
2:25 The fighters have worked their way back to the center of the ring. 4:2
2:25 Jones Jr scores with a beautiful cross that just missed landing flush on Gans's jaw. 6:2
2:40 Jones Jr is trying to free his gloves from under Gans's gloves. 6:2
2:49 Gans finally lets go of Jones Jr. 6:2
2:53 Gans backs into a neutral corner. 6:2
2:53 Roy Jones Jr bangs a right cross off the face of Gans. 8:2
3:00 Gans is challenging Jones Jr to fight him and quit clinching. 8:2
3:00 Abainza has to break them apart. 8:2
3:00 Jones Jr appears to have this fight under control. 8:2
3:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 8:1

Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Gans looks to be in good shape as Round 11 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 Gans'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
0:14 Gans takes a heavy hook downstairs. 4:0
0:14 Gans looks shaken! 4:0
0:23 Aaron Snowell not only gave Gans encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Jones Jr. Now it's up to Gans to implement it. 4:0
0:28 A big uppercut from Panama Joe Gans lands with serious impact! 4:4
0:28 Jones Jr suddenly has a vacant look in his eyes. That's a bad sign. 4:4
0:42 That's a pretty long clinch! Do these guys want to hug or fight? 4:4
0:54 Abainza moves them apart. 4:4
0:59 Jones Jr pushes Gans back to gain room to punch. 4:4
1:03 Gans has Jones Jr pinned! 4:4
1:07 Panama Joe Gans fires away but finds nothing but air. 4:4
1:15 Gans scores to Jones Jr's midsection with a combination. 4:6
1:32 Gans 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. 4:6
1:39 Gans is really focused in this round. 4:6
1:47 Both fighters are holding here. It's a tangle of arms and Abainza is going to have to sort this out. 4:6
1:52 Abainza separates the two... 4:6
1:57 Jones Jr slides into his own corner... 4:6
2:01 Gans just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Jones Jr with a sharp combination! 4:10
2:01 Jones Jr gets caught with several punishing blows to the head and he is reeling! 4:10
2:15 Jones Jr made Gans look foolish as he dodged everything he threw just now. Gans would have better luck trying to catch a greased Pig. 4:10
2:18 Jones Jr throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 6:10
2:22 The swelling under Gans's left eye is increasing. It's going to get tougher and tougher for to see punches coming. 6:10
2:32 The fighters work their way back to the center of the ring... 6:10
2:45 Jones Jr is moving like a ghost out there, as Gans trys in vain to corner him 6:10
2:51 Gans is really focused in this round. 6:10
3:00 Panama Joe Gans misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 6:10
3:00 Jones Jr seems to have done enough to win this fight. 6:10
3:00 The Referee has to get between Jones Jr and Gans as they glare at one another. He sends them to their corners as the bell sounds to end the round. 8:9

Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the 12th and final round of this fight. 0:0
0:06 Gans'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
0:11 Gans wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Jones Jr's defense. 0:0
0:13 Jones Jr drills Panama Joe Gans with a solid jab. 2:0
0:22 Felix Trinidad Sr. was in Jones Jr's face between rounds and Roy Jones Jr just glared at him. We have no idea what the problem might have been. 2:0
0:27 Panama Joe Gans clinches nicely... but clinching doesn't score points. 2:0
0:31 Gans uses his shoulder to force Jones Jr out of the clinch. 2:0
0:43 Panama Joe Gans pins Jones Jr's arms! The fighters are tied up... 2:0
0:52 * It's good to see Abainza paying attention to the little things, as he cautions Gans about leaning on his opponent's neck. 2:0
1:10 Gans looks to work the body, but Jones Jr covers up nicely. 2:0
1:17 A brutal combination from Jones Jr connects to the solar plexus! 6:0
1:17 Gans was shaken by those blows! 6:0
1:22 The swelling around Gans's left eye is worsening. 6:0
1:26 Jones Jr is blocked in his opponents corner... 6:0
1:26 Gans lands several quick blows, not much behind them, but they still count in the judges eyes. 6:2
1:35 Gans has Jones Jr pinned! 6:2
1:40 Gans charges Jones Jr trying to get inside 6:2
1:45 Jones Jr backs into the near right corner. 6:2
1:45 Good work by Jones Jr as he comes out on top in that exchange. 9:4
1:54 Gans doubles up on the jab and he managed to score with the second one. 9:6
2:04 A quick jab from Panama Joe Gans connects. 9:8
2:13 Gans doesn't have to look for Roy Jones Jr this round as He is right there in front of him. 9:8
2:20 Gans will tie a guy up if he has to. 9:8
2:24 Abainza separates the two fighters. 9:8
2:34 Jones Jr smothers Gans's attack with a clinch! 9:8
2:38 The fighters separate after a clinch. 9:8
2:51 Jones Jr works himself free. Now the fighters move back to ring center. 9:8
3:00 Gans goes straight at Jones Jr, a poor way to cut off the ring if that's what he's trying to do. 9:8
3:00 Jones Jr appears to have this fight under control. 9:8
3:00 That's it! This fight is over and we'll go to the scorecards. 9:8

Fight Result

Let's go to Jim Fitzgerald for the call...

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

Raul Caiz, United States scores the bout 115 to 113 for Roy Jones Jr

Pawel Kardyni, Poland scores the bout 115 to 114 for Panama Joe Gans

Takeshi Shimekawa, Japan sees it 115 to 115

This fight has been declared a draw!


Score Cards

Raul Caiz Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Roy Jones Jr 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 115
Panama Joe Gans 9 10 9 9 10 9 9 9 10 9 10 10 113

Pawel Kardyni Round Total
Poland 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Roy Jones Jr 10 9 10 9 9 10 10 9 9 10 9 10 114
Panama Joe Gans 9 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 10 9 10 9 115

Takeshi Shimekawa Round Total
Japan 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Roy Jones Jr 10 9 10 10 9 10 10 9 9 10 9 10 115
Panama Joe Gans 9 10 9 9 10 9 10 10 10 9 10 10 115

Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Roy Jones Jr 30 27 30 29 27 30 30 28 27 30 27 29 344
Panama Joe Gans 27 30 27 28 30 27 29 29 30 27 30 29 343


Statistics
Categories Roy Jones Jr Panama Joe Gans
Knockdowns scored 0 0


Jabs / Round 2.75 2.42
Hooks / Round 3.08 4.75
Crosses / Round 4.83 3.50
Combinations / Round 4.00 3.58
Uppercuts / Round 2.67 2.25


Punches Landed / Round 17.33 16.50
Punches Missed / Round 21.00 74.50


Punching Accuracy 45.2% 18.1%


Total Number of Fouls 1 3
Low Blow 1 1
Rabbit Punching 1
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 1


Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 1 2


Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1


No cuts occured


Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 1 / 1 0 / 0
Fight Inside 0 / 0 3 / 1
Fight Outside (Offensive) 0 / 0 1 / 1
Fight Outside (Defensive) 7 / 6 0 / 0
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 4 / 4


Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd

[Fist of Legend]

Fight Card
Bout Fighter 1 Fighter 2 Odds Winner Decision Last Round Rounds
Opening Bout Archie Moore Andy Lee 2:1 Archie Moore KO 7 10
Preliminary 1 Sam Langford Terry Norris 3:2 Sam Langford SD 10 10
Preliminary 2 Roberto Duran Emile Griffith 1:1 Roberto Duran MD 10 10
Support Bout Nino Benvenuti Felix Trinidad 2:3 Draw D 10 10
Co-Feature Julian Jackson Sandro Mazzinghi 2:1 Sandro Mazzinghi TKO 8 12
Main Event Roy Jones Jr Panama Joe Gans 3:2 Draw D 12 12

[gilgamesh]

Nino comes up short with Tito again. Draws don't do anybody any good, but maybe I can get Nino to come in at top condition for the remainder of the season at least.

[Fist of Legend]

Nino comes up short with Tito again. Draws don't do anybody any good, but maybe I can get Nino to come in at top condition for the remainder of the season at least.

I'd like to see how Nino would do against Tito with some power training behind him.

[gilgamesh]

Nino comes up short with Tito again. Draws don't do anybody any good, but maybe I can get Nino to come in at top condition for the remainder of the season at least.

I'd like to see how Nino would do against Tito with some power training behind him.

Might not hurt. Maybe I'll try it before the season wraps up. I'll consider my options next week though.

[Crease]

Nino comes up short with Tito again. Draws don't do anybody any good, but maybe I can get Nino to come in at top condition for the remainder of the season at least.

Jackson wants to fight Nino Benvenuti next week.

[gilgamesh]

Nino comes up short with Tito again. Draws don't do anybody any good, but maybe I can get Nino to come in at top condition for the remainder of the season at least.

Jackson wants to fight Nino Benvenuti next week.

Sure. Nino's down for that.