MW Season Week 20 MDT Round 2 E,F,G,H
Posted: 31 May 2017, 11:44
Ray Robinson vs Emile Griffith
Fight info: Motor City Arena, Detroit, MI, United States, 2017-5-29, announcer is Damian Pinto, referee is John Wright, the bout will be scored by three judges: Joseph Ware (United States), Valerie Dorsett (United States) and Russell Naquin (United States), ring card girl is Jane Bloggs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 15 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: Ray Robinson - Record: 14-3-2 (5) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Jesus Rivero - Cut Man: Danny Milano
In the blue corner: Emile Griffith - Record: 10-5-4 (2) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Bill Delaney - Cut Man: Pete Brodsky
Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center as the bell sounds to begin the first round. 0:0
0:11 Robinson is clinching. Early in a fight you have to wonder but late in a fight clinching can give a fighter a breather. 0:0
0:20 The Referee breaks it up... 0:0
0:40 Griffith is backed into his opponents corner... 0:0
0:50 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 0:0
0:55 Griffith moves into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:59 Robinson is moving his head and shoulders side to side, but his feet are not going anywhere, giving Griffith a decent target to shoot for. 0:0
1:04 The action slows as Griffith and Robinson measure each other up. 0:0
1:09 Griffith pins Ray Robinson in the corner! 0:0
1:14 Wright yells at the fighters to separate but Griffith and Robinson are a tangle of arms. 0:0
1:23 * Robinson is leaning on the back of Emile Griffith's neck and Wright has seen enough as he issues a warning. 0:0
1:36 Griffith feints, looking for an opening. 0:0
1:51 Robinson backs into a neutral corner. 0:0
1:55 Emile Griffith dances gracefully across the canvas 0:0
1:59 Neither fighter is throwing enough punches in this round. 0:0
2:12 Griffith fires and misses. 0:0
2:24 Griffith connects with a violent combination! 0:4
2:24 Robinson's hurt, the last punch in that flurry stopped him cold! 0:4
2:36 Griffith lets his hands go again and gets in several scoring blows. 0:6
2:53 Griffith does a great job of moving as Robinson tries to work inside. 0:6
3:00 That was a really tentative round for both men. 1:6
Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson looks to be in good shape as Round 2 gets underway. 0:0
0:12 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the far neutral corner... 0:0
0:16 Griffith looks to work the body, but Robinson covers up nicely. 0:0
0:23 Griffith got some great advice from Bill Delaney between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 2. 0:0
0:23 Griffith lands a rapier like jab to the head of Ray Robinson 0:2
0:42 Robinson drops the right hand flush on Griffith's chin! 5:2
0:42 That punch has Griffith staggering around the ring like a drunken sailor! 5:2
0:51 Griffith gets off a quick combination to the body, with the right hand landing. 5:4
1:00 Robinson is blocked in his opponents corner... 5:4
1:04 Griffith is dancing and flicking harmless punches at Ray Robinson. 5:4
1:17 Robinson has been watching too much wrestling, the way He's grabbing Griffith. 5:4
1:29 Emile Griffith tries to get free... Here comes Wright to break them up... 5:4
1:38 Griffith uses subtle movement and a tight guard protecting his body as Robinson tries vainly to score. 5:4
1:40 Griffith catches Ray Robinson with an uppercut as he tries to duck. 5:6
1:53 Robinson moves into the right corner. 5:6
1:58 Robinson picks off the jab thrown by Griffith. 5:6
2:00 A short hook to the head by Robinson 7:6
2:19 Robinson looks for a breather; he grabs Griffith and holds on. Griffith pushes Robinson off and looks for an opening. 7:6
2:31 Wright breaks them up... 7:6
2:37 Both fighters move back to ring center. 7:6
2:37 Griffith lands a hook to head, then just misses with a follow up cross. 7:8
2:52 Robinson plods forward. 7:8
2:57 Griffith takes a hook as he tries to work inside. 9:8
3:00 There's the bell, finishing Round 2. 8:10
Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith is off his stool and waiting for the bell to begin Round 3. 0:0
0:11 Griffith leans on Robinson and fires a weak hook to the ribs. 0:2
0:20 Bill Delaney not only gave Emile Griffith encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Robinson. Now it's up to Griffith to implement it. 0:2
0:20 Emile Griffith is pinned in his opponents corner... 0:2
0:20 * Robinson continues to hammer away as he holds Griffith and Wright has seen enough as he issues a warning. 3:2
0:41 Ray Robinson's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 3:2
0:48 Emile Griffith pins Robinson's arms! The fighters are tied up... 3:2
0:53 The fighters accidentally butt heads as they manuever inside. 3:2
1:02 Griffith fires a left hand that Robinson takes high on the shoulder. 3:2
1:05 Robinson lands the right hand. He's pretty effective with that punch when he sets it up right. 5:2
1:26 Emile Griffith leaves the jab just short. 5:2
1:38 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 5:2
1:47 Referee Wright separates the two... 5:2
1:55 Griffith backs into the near corner. 5:2
2:00 Robinson grabs and holds Griffith... 5:2
2:04 Wright pries them apart. 5:2
2:12 Emile Griffith pins Robinson in the corner! 5:2
2:12 Griffith is trying to move in behind the jab, which lands. 5:4
2:21 Griffith has Robinson cornered! 5:4
2:26 Griffith tries to drop the right hand over the top but Robinson ducks under it. 5:4
2:28 Robinson scores with a glancing cross. 7:4
2:46 Robinson throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 7:4
2:49 Griffith flicks three quick jabs and at least one got through. 7:6
3:00 Griffith tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 7:6
3:00 Not much happened in that round. It's going to be a tough round for the judges to score. 6:6
Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith looks to be in fair shape as Round 4 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 Bill Delaney was really animated in Griffith's corner and Griffith was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:13 Griffith usues his legs to avoid Robinson's punches. 0:0
0:16 Some good body work by Griffith, landing several short blows to the ribs. 0:2
0:20 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 0:2
0:29 Griffith can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 0:2
0:42 Robinson lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Griffith. 0:2
0:48 Griffith traps Robinson in the corner! 0:2
0:48 * Wright is telling Griffith to quit holding and hitting. 0:5
1:07 Both fighters are being tentative at the moment. 0:5
1:14 Upstairs and downstairs! Emile Griffith lands two quick blows and then moves away from Robinson's counters. 0:7
1:26 Both boxers go back to the middle of the squared circle. 0:7
1:31 Griffith lets his hands go inside, but Robinson protects his body well. 0:7
1:33 Ray Robinson goes to the body with a three punch salvo. 2:7
1:54 Robinson walks in to a glancing hook from Griffith. 2:9
2:03 Griffith continues to pop the jab 2:11
2:15 Griffith lands a double left, one to the head and one to the body. 2:13
2:28 Emile Griffith fires a shot, but it glances off Robinson's shoulder. 2:13
2:35 Robinson shoots a vicious cross right down the pipe and catches Griffith flush! 6:13
2:35 Griffith is staggered... 6:13
2:51 Griffith cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Robinson had his elbows tucked in nicely. 6:13
2:58 Ray Robinson drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 10:13
2:58 Griffith was stunned by that last flurry of punches! 10:13
3:00 As the round comes to a close, both fighters continue to wing shots. That was another good round of action. 10:14
Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith looks to be in excellent shape as Round 5 gets underway. 0:0
0:12 Robinson with a lead right to the head. 2:0
0:16 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 2:0
0:26 Griffith is forced into his own corner... 2:0
0:31 Robinson goes straight at Griffith, a poor way to cut off the ring if that's what he's trying to do. 2:0
0:40 Griffith just comes up short with the combination. 2:0
0:42 Robinson doubles up with the hook to the body, but Griffith is unfazed. 4:0
0:59 That punch actually went behind Griffith's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Robinson. 4:0
1:01 Griffith scores with the jab. 4:2
1:17 A straight cross from Robinson gets through Griffith's guard. 6:2
1:17 * Bad Luck! Griffith's cut! 7:2
1:17 * One of those punches from Robinson has opened a cut under the right eye of Griffith. 7:2
1:17 * And that accidental head butt has resulted Griffith suffering a cut . 7:2
1:31 Robinson voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 7:2
1:36 Griffith scores with quick series of shots to the body of Robinson. 7:4
1:50 Robinson is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Griffith. 7:4
1:55 Ray Robinson finally lets go of Griffith. 7:4
2:04 Griffith has freed himself from Robinson. They move quickly to ring center. 7:4
2:11 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 7:4
2:28 Robinson keeps looking to get inside on Griffith 7:4
2:37 Referee Wright is doing a good job, making sure that the fighters keep it clean. 7:4
2:41 Robinson works his way inside and scores with a hook to the body. 9:4
2:50 Griffith lands the uppercut but there wasn't much on it. 9:6
3:00 Griffith misses wildly with the hook. 9:6
3:00 Robinson spins around and moves quickly back to his corner at the sound of the bell, ending Round 5. 10:8
Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Griffith's corner as the bell sounds for Round 6. 0:0
0:05 Jesus Rivero was extremely upbeat during the break with Robinson providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:06 Robinson slides into a neutral corner... 0:0
0:06 Griffith gets off a three punch salvo to Robinson's head. 0:2
0:19 * Wright is telling Emile Griffith to keep his punches up. 0:4
0:37 Griffith lands a nice jab. He tries to follow it up with a cross but it misses. 0:6
0:47 Griffith gets in two or three punishing shots to the head of Robinson. 0:9
1:04 Griffith doesn't connect with the cross. 0:9
1:06 Ray Robinson forces the action inside with an arcing cross to Griffith's head. 3:9
1:15 There is a lot less action than we anticipated from these two in this round. 3:9
1:18 Robinson is trapped in his own corner... 3:9
1:18 Griffith unleashes a flurry and Robinson fires back, a close exchange with Griffith coming out on top. 5:12
1:27 Robinson doesn't have to look for Griffith this round as He is right there in front of him. 5:12
1:30 Griffith is keeping away from the ropes. 5:12
1:30 Griffith lands a short hook to the body. 5:14
1:48 Robinson whiffs with the uppercut. 5:14
1:50 Griffith's jab falls short, but the cross gets in behind it. 5:16
1:59 Robinson retreats into a neutral corner. 5:16
2:04 Griffith lands a hard cross! 5:20
2:04 Robinson takes a step back, obviously hurt! 5:20
2:16 Each fighter is measuring the other. Now Robinson lets his hands go and scores several quick punches to the head of Griffith. 7:20
2:28 Robinson working the bread basket, scoring with several hooks. 9:20
2:44 Griffith misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 9:20
2:51 A brutal cross from Robinson connects to the solar plexus! 13:20
2:51 Emile Griffith is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 13:20
3:00 Griffith slides into his own corner... 13:20
3:00 A nice action round! Both fighters had their moments and receive a well-deserved round of applause as they head for their corners. 13:21
Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson was a little slow getting off his stool this round. 0:0
0:10 Robinson retreats into the left corner. 0:0
0:14 Robinson is trying to free his gloves from under Griffith's gloves. 0:0
0:29 Griffith pushes Robinson away. 0:0
0:34 The action is back in the center of the ring. 0:0
0:34 Robinson shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 2:0
0:46 The fighters are at close quarters now as Griffith lands a hook downstairs. 2:2
1:06 Griffith is protecting the body nicely as Robinson fails to score inside. 2:2
1:17 Robinson can't score with short uppercut inside. Griffith got his gloves in front of the punch. 2:2
1:19 Griffith bangs away with both hands and a nice uppercut finds a home. 2:4
1:34 Griffith is really focused in this round. 2:4
1:37 Robinson misses with the jab but scores with the follow up cross. 4:4
2:00 Griffith just can't find the range with that uppercut. 4:4
2:02 Robinson gets in a hook to the body of Emile Griffith. 6:4
2:16 Griffith fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 6:4
2:19 A quick jab from Ray Robinson connects. 8:4
2:28 The uppercut just landed by Robinson is a nice weapon on the inside. 10:4
2:41 Griffith slides into the corner... 10:4
2:46 Robinson is clinching... Griffith is trying to free his gloves... They are under Robinson's arms... 10:4
2:50 Wright separates the two... 10:4
3:00 Emile Griffith is trapped in his opponents corner... 10:4
3:00 That's another round in the books as Round 7 comes to an end. 10:3
Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 8. 0:0
0:18 Griffith's jab connects to Robinson's head 0:2
0:33 Robinson fires the jab. It finds its target. 2:2
0:42 Robinson has Griffith trapped! 2:2
0:47 Robinson doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 2:2
0:55 The fighters jockey for position as they both try to gain the advantage here in the 8th. 2:2
1:06 * Wright motions to Ray Robinson to keep his punches up. 4:2
1:24 Referee Wright is doing a nice job controlling this bout. 4:2
1:35 Robinson scores with a tremendous left! 8:2
1:35 Emile Griffith is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 8:2
1:49 Robinson's not even close with the cross. 8:2
2:08 Griffith telegraphed that shot and Robinson ducks under it easily. 8:2
2:25 Robinson goes downstairs with the hook. 10:2
2:49 Robinson has Griffith blocked in! 10:2
2:49 Robinson lands a two punch combination to the body 12:2
3:00 Not much to choose between the two at this stage of the fight. 12:2
3:00 There's the bell. Robinson wings a parting shot that misses. That was close. Round 8 is history. 13:3
Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 9. 0:0
0:12 Robinson throws a short, bristling uppercut to the chin of Griffith 3:0
0:22 Griffith comes out on top in that exchange but Robinson was able to land some nice shots as well. 5:3
0:34 Robinson has Griffith pinned! 5:3
0:39 Robinson misses with that combination. 5:3
0:51 Robinson misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 5:3
0:57 The fighters are at ring center... 5:3
0:57 Robinson sneaks in a quick uppercut that lands cleanly. 7:3
1:12 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the right neutral corner... 7:3
1:12 Griffith fires a straight right. He split the gloves with that punch. 7:5
1:35 Robinson holds his arms up in disgust as Griffith holds him around his waist. 7:5
1:50 Wright is shouting at Griffith to break! 7:5
1:55 Griffith is forced into his opponents corner... 7:5
1:55 Robinson scores with a beautiful cross that just missed landing flush on Emile Griffith's jaw. 9:5
2:12 Griffith wraps up Robinson. 9:5
2:24 Griffith and Robinson each take a step back. 9:5
2:29 Robinson feints, looking for an opening. 9:5
2:35 Griffith connects with a cross. 9:7
2:52 Robinson charges Griffith trying to get inside 9:7
3:00 This fight is as close as it gets, one would be hard pressed to pick the better man at this time. 9:7
3:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 11:6
Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 10 begins. 0:0
0:13 Griffith drops his shoulder as if to throw a right, then quickly rips a quick left hook to the body. 0:4
0:13 That series of punches rocked Robinson and he looks to be in trouble. 0:4
0:22 Bill Delaney seemed to pump up Griffith between rounds. 0:4
0:32 * Griffith has been knocked down with a strong combination! 0:4
0:34 Wright positions himself over Griffith and starts the count.. 8:4
0:34 1 8:4
0:35 2 8:4
0:36 3 8:4
0:37 4 8:4
0:38 5 8:4
0:39 6 8:4
0:40 Griffith is struggling to regain his feet as the count reaches 7. 8:4
0:40 * Griffith is back on his feet and indicates he is fine to Wright. 8:4
0:40 Wright looks into Griffith eyes and decides to let the fight to go on... 8:4
0:40 Griffith is hurt. Robinson is a decent finisher, but sometimes he gets too excited and just wings wild punches. Let's see what he does here. 8:4
0:40 That punch has reopened a cut on Griffith as once again you can see blood on the face of Griffith. 8:4
0:40 The cut under Emile Griffith's right eye has been reopened by Ray Robinson. 8:4
0:49 Robinson moves in and connects with a compact uppercut to the head. 10:4
0:49 Griffith is badly stunned and Robinson will try to finish him off here in the 10th round! 10:4
0:57 Robinson let's his hands go and connects with several light blows to Griffith's Head. 12:4
0:57 Robinson must sense that he's got Griffith just about out on his feet. Now, it's a matter of whether or not he can land the punches necessary to end this fight. 12:4
1:10 Robinson landed a sharp combination that rocked Emile Griffith back on his heels! 16:4
1:10 Griffith is in big trouble, he took a lot punches there and he does not look very steady! 16:4
1:15 Some swelling has appeared around the right eye of Griffith. 16:4
1:19 Both fighters are scoring in this exchange and neither is coming out on top. 18:6
1:19 Robinson takes a long look at Griffith to see if he's playing possum. Robinson is starting to pour it on so he must believe that he's really hurt Griffith. 18:6
1:33 You could feel the breeze after that miss by Robinson! 18:6
1:53 * Robinson connects with a thundering hook and Griffith drops to the canvas! 18:6
1:56 Wright begins counting... 24:6
1:56 1 24:6
1:57 2 24:6
1:58 3 24:6
1:58 * Griffith is up and leaning on the ropes. Now he comes off them and looks toward Robinson. 24:6
1:58 Griffith looks to have steadied himself and Wright will allow the fight to continue... 24:6
1:58 Robinson has Griffith in a world of trouble. Let's see if he can finish him here in the 10th. 24:6
2:11 Robinson continues to follow Griffith about the ring. 24:6
2:28 Emile Griffith traps Robinson's gloves under his arms. He won't let go until Wright breaks it up. 24:6
2:40 Griffith uses his shoulder to force Robinson out of the clinch. 24:6
2:45 Robinson has Griffith pinned! 24:6
2:49 That uppercut from Robinson just missed. 24:6
2:52 Griffith connects with an uppercut to the head of Robinson. 24:8
3:00 Robinson retreats to his opponents corner... 24:8
3:00 It looks like Robinson has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 24:8
3:00 Fans appreciate a fine display of boxing but as that last round proved nothing gets them going like a knockdown. 25:8
Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Robinson and Griffith leave their corners. 0:0
0:08 Griffith's corner gave his cut under the right eye priority during the minute off and they've done an excellent job of closing the wounds. 0:0
0:09 Robinson has Griffith blocked in! 0:0
0:13 Robinson tries to give angles as he continues his relentless forward motion. 0:0
0:25 Robinson pins Griffith's arms. Now they move apart. 0:0
0:34 Griffith works his way free! 0:0
0:42 Robinson is a bruiser inside as he drives home a solid hook to Griffith's jaw. 3:0
0:51 Griffith has Robinson pinned! 3:0
0:51 Emile Griffith flicks a lead right to the head of Robinson. 3:2
1:03 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the left neutral corner... 3:2
1:08 Griffith clinches nicely... but clinching doesn't score points. 3:2
1:18 Referee Wright steps in to break it up. 3:2
1:28 Griffith will tie a guy up if he has to. 3:2
1:32 Wright has to separate the two... 3:2
1:41 Griffith traps Robinson's gloves under his arms, forcing Wright to break them up. 3:2
1:46 Wright separates the two... 3:2
1:46 Griffith appears to be rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 3:2
1:58 Robinson takes a heavy combination downstairs. 3:6
1:58 Robinson was hurt by those blows! 3:6
2:15 Griffith ties up Robinson. 3:6
2:20 * Wright is giving Robinson a warning for leaning on the opponent's neck. 3:6
2:37 Robinson is losing this round and is looking to load up on his punches. 3:6
2:41 Griffith slides into a neutral corner... 3:6
2:45 Robinson ties up Griffith. Why would he want to clinch now? 3:6
2:50 * The referee is cautioning Robinson about using his shoulders a bit too enthusiastically when he gets inside. 3:6
3:00 Robinson appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 3:6
3:00 The round comes to a close and neither fighter did a thing. Maybe someone should inform them that this is a boxing match. 2:6
Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson looks a bit disgusted as Round 12 gets underway. 0:0
0:13 Robinson works his way in and leans on Griffith. 0:0
0:22 * Griffith looks like he's trying to mask an injury of some type. He appears to be in some pain but from what it's impossible to say. 0:0
0:46 * OH my,Robinson lands a huge hook and Griffith hits the canvas. 0:0
0:49 Robinson is ushered to a neutral corner by Wright and the count begins.. 6:0
0:49 1 6:0
0:50 2 6:0
0:51 3 6:0
0:51 * Griffith is hurt, but manages to regain his feet.. 6:0
0:51 Griffith appears to be badly shaken, but Wright is going to allow the fight to go on. 6:0
0:51 Griffith was stopped cold by that punch! Robinson has a reputation as a great finisher. Let's see if he can live up to it! 6:0
1:00 Robinson has Griffith trapped! 6:0
1:04 Griffith retreats into a neutral corner. 6:0
1:04 Griffith takes a combination from Robinson. 8:0
1:04 Griffith is hurt. He looks like he's ready to go. Robinson just needs to take his time and land one more big shot. 8:0
1:09 Griffith needs to catch his second wind... 8:0
1:13 Robinson splits Griffith's gloves with an uppercut. 10:0
1:13 Robinson has Griffith hurt, now let's see what kind of finisher Robinson is. 10:0
1:22 Robinson throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 12:0
1:22 Robinson senses he has Griffith in trouble and he is pouring it on! 12:0
1:31 Both fighters move to ring center. 12:0
1:31 The fighters are tangled up inside. Robinson has a hand free and lands a little uppercut. 14:0
1:31 Robinson has a dazed opponent in front of him ready for the taking. Let's see what kind of killer instinct he can summon up. 14:0
1:35 The swelling under Griffith's right eye is increasing. It's going to get tougher and tougher for to see punches coming. 14:0
1:48 Robinson tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Emile Griffith blocks it. 14:0
1:54 Robinson has Griffith pinned! 14:0
1:59 Griffith picks off the jab by Robinson. 14:0
2:06 Robinson's fans are here in force tonight, cheering everything he does. 14:0
2:16 Robinson just comes up short with the cross. 14:0
2:28 Wright tries to separate the boxers but Griffith has a vice-like grip on Ray Robinson. 14:0
2:39 Now they break clean. 14:0
2:46 Griffith quickly pulls at his trunks. 14:0
2:50 Robinson slips in a quick cross. 16:0
3:00 Griffith moves to the center of the Ring taunting Ray Robinson with his hands by his sides. 16:0
3:00 Robinson appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 16:0
3:00 The noise is deafening in the arena after that last round. Nothing like a knockdown to get the adrenaline flowing! 18:0
Round 13
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith and Robinson square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 13. 0:0
0:13 Griffith is holding on to Robinson. He seems to be taking a breather. 0:0
0:17 Wright steps in and breaks it up. 0:0
0:22 Whatever Jesus Rivero said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Robinson has some spring in his step here in the 13th round. 0:0
0:27 Griffith wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Robinson's defense. 0:0
0:29 A nice three punch salvo from Robinson finds the mark. 3:0
0:43 Griffith really buried that punch into "Sugar"'s ribs. 3:4
0:43 Ray Robinson in on unsteady legs after those punches. 3:4
0:59 That was a violent straight right by Robinson! 7:4
0:59 That shot has Griffith hurt! 7:4
1:03 Griffith's tank is just about on empty. 7:4
1:10 Griffith traps Robinson in the corner! 7:4
1:10 some nifty bodywork Griffith as he scores with several shots from the inside. 7:6
1:19 They are back in the center of the ring once again 7:6
1:19 Robinson leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Griffith. 7:8
1:36 Griffith misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 7:8
1:38 Griffith looks to have his legs back under him after that knockdown in the last round. 7:8
1:47 Emile Griffith just landed a devastating three punch combo! 7:12
1:47 Those punches hurt Robinson and he looks to hang on. 7:12
2:01 Griffith is on his bicycle, moving from corner to corner forcing Robinson to chase him. 7:12
2:06 The crowd has been reacting to every punch thrown by these guys, whether it lands or not. 7:12
2:15 Robinson backs into a neutral corner. 7:12
2:20 Griffith is off target with that combination. 7:12
2:26 That cross from Robinson has some power behind it! 11:12
2:26 Griffith is suddenly in trouble! 11:12
2:31 There appears to be increased swelling under Griffith's right eye. 11:12
2:41 Robinson works free! The fighters move to ring center. 11:12
2:46 Griffith moves into the near right corner. 11:12
2:46 Both fighters landed effectively in that exchange. 13:14
3:00 Robinson is either lucky or has radar. Griffith's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 13:14
3:00 Robinson appears to have this fight under control. 13:14
3:00 The close of the round brings some hearty applause from those in attendance. 14:15
Round 14
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 14 of this scheduled 15 rounder. 0:0
0:06 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
0:11 Wright has to pull the fighters away from each other as Griffith locks up Robinson's arms. 0:0
0:16 Robinson pushes Griffith away. 0:0
0:20 Robinson got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Jesus Rivero's instructions work. 0:0
0:30 * Robinson catches Griffith with a hard cross as he's coming in and Griffith drops to the canvas. a tremendous shot by Robinson! 0:0
0:32 Wright picks up the count.. 6:0
0:32 1 6:0
0:33 2 6:0
0:33 * Griffith is having a hard time keeping his feet under him as he pulls himself up off the canvas, 6:0
0:33 The fight will go on as Wright deems Griffith is fit to conitnue. 6:0
0:33 Griffith suddenly looks very vulnerable. Robinson can stop him if he lets it all hang out. 6:0
0:50 That uppercut to the stomach didn't hurt Griffith but it scores points for Robinson none the less. 8:0
0:50 Robinson senses that he can end this fight now if he can just land a few more punches. 8:0
0:55 The swelling under Griffith's right eye is causing him problems and it won't take much more to become a major handicap for him. 8:0
0:59 Robinson fires a punch over the jab of Griffith and gets it in for points. 10:0
0:59 Robinson has Griffith reeling. Robinson can win the fight right now if he doesn't get sloppy and just flail away. 10:0
1:12 Robinson tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 10:0
1:23 Robinson attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 10:0
1:30 Robinson is trying to put his punches together and he tags Emile Griffith with a nice combination of punches. 12:0
1:30 Robinson has Griffith is in a world of hurt as He fires away with both hands. 12:0
1:43 Robinson looks to land a cross but misses the mark. 12:0
1:50 Ray Robinson connects with an uppercut. He can make good use of that punch if he can continue to get inside. 14:0
2:05 Robinson retreats into the near right corner. 14:0
2:05 Griffith is mixing his punches well and lands a jab followed by a cross. 14:2
2:14 Griffith lands a stinging jab. 14:4
2:28 Considering the clinch Griffith has on Robinson it looks like he wants to dance with him, not fight him. Robinson pushes him away. 14:4
2:32 Wright moves in to break the clinch. 14:4
2:44 Griffith traps Robinson's gloves under his arms... He won't let go. 14:4
2:55 Wright moves them apart. 14:4
3:00 Robinson misses wildly with the Hook. 14:4
3:00 Robinson seems to have done enough to win this fight. 14:4
3:00 What a devastating knockdown, you can bet the fans in attendance will be talking about that round long after the fight is over. 14:4
Round 15
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the 15th and final round of this fight. 0:0
0:08 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 Griffith's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:08 Griffith lands a hook to the ribs. 0:2
0:18 Griffith traps Robinson in the corner! 0:2
0:22 Robinson tries to muscle inside but Griffith clinches him. 0:2
0:31 Referee Wright has to separate the two... 0:2
0:40 Robinson does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Griffith's punches in close. 0:2
0:43 Ray Robinson moves in and scores with a quick jab. 2:2
0:59 Emile Griffith fires away but finds nothing but air. 2:2
1:07 Griffith moves into the lower corner. 2:2
1:11 Robinson and Griffith are in a clinch, Wright hollers at them to break and start fighting. 2:2
1:16 Robinson shoves Griffith away. 2:2
1:20 Griffith has Robinson trapped! 2:2
1:20 Griffith lands consecutive uppercuts to Robinson's midsection. 2:4
1:37 Robinson takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 2:8
1:37 Robinson appears to be stunned! 2:8
1:42 Griffith is rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 2:8
1:46 Robinson backs into the right corner. 2:8
1:51 You would think Robinson had a brick wall built aroud his midsection as futile as Griffith looked trying to score there! 2:8
1:53 Robinson lets a quick hook go, catching Griffith moving in. 4:8
2:02 Robinson is trying to avoid shots to the body, but He better get his hands up! 4:8
2:05 Griffith traps Ray Robinson in the corner! 4:8
2:10 Griffith throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Robinson but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 4:8
2:12 Robinson snakes the jab through Griffith's gloves. He had some snap on that one. 6:8
2:24 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the lower neutral corner... 6:8
2:29 Griffith has his arms wrapped around Robinson... Now they separate. 6:8
2:33 Wright has to break them apart. 6:8
2:38 Griffith scores with a cross to the belly. 6:10
2:42 Robinson is breathing heavily... 6:10
2:50 Griffith backs into his own corner... 6:10
2:54 "Sugar" Robinson pushes Griffith then steps away from him. 6:10
3:00 Robinson appears to have this fight under control. 6:10
3:00 Call it a night, sports fans, because this fight is over! Let's see who gets the nod from the judges. 6:10
Fight Result
And here with the call is Damian Pinto
Ladies and Gentlemen, the judges have tallied their scorecards and here is your decision...
Joseph Ware, United States sees the fight 143 to 139
Valerie Dorsett, United States scores it 143 to 139
Russell Naquin, United States scores the fight 145 to 137
The winner by unanimous decision is Ray Robinson!
Score Cards
Joseph Ware Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 143
Emile Griffith 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 9 7 10 8 10 8 10 139
Valerie Dorsett Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 143
Emile Griffith 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 9 7 10 8 10 8 10 139
Russell Naquin Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 10 145
Emile Griffith 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 9 7 10 8 10 8 9 137
Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 27 27 30 27 30 28 30 30 30 30 27 30 27 30 28 431
Emile Griffith 30 30 30 30 27 29 27 27 27 21 30 24 30 24 29 415
Statistics
Categories Ray Robinson Emile Griffith
Knockdowns scored 4 0
Jabs / Round 5.00 4.73
Hooks / Round 4.47 2.67
Crosses / Round 4.47 3.27
Combinations / Round 4.80 4.13
Uppercuts / Round 4.00 4.40
Punches Landed / Round 22.73 19.20
Punches Missed / Round 37.40 46.73
Punching Accuracy 37.8% 29.1%
Total Number of Fouls 5 2
Low Blow 1 1
Holding Head and Hitting 1 1
Using Shoulder 1
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 2
Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 4 2
Suffered Accidental Head Butt 1
Suffered Accidental Head Butt causing Cut 1
Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1
Cuts totals (opened/reopened/worsened) 0 / 0 / 0 2 / 1 / 1
Cuts after head butts (opened/reopened/worsened) 0 / 0 / 0 1 / 0 / 0
Cut locations breakdown:
Cut under right eye 2 / 1 / 1
Bouts halted to check cut(s) 0 0
Corner work on closing cuts (trials/success):
Trickle 0 / 0 0 / 0
Minor 0 / 0 1 / 1
Bleeding 0 / 0 1 / 1
Bad 0 / 0 0 / 0
Heavy 0 / 0 0 / 0
Gushing 0 / 0 0 / 0
Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 3 / 3
Fight Inside 4 / 4 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 2 / 0 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Defensive) 0 / 0 7 / 5
Go for KO 4 / 3 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 1 / 0 6 / 6
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 2 / 0 1 / 0
Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd
Fight info: Motor City Arena, Detroit, MI, United States, 2017-5-29, announcer is Damian Pinto, referee is John Wright, the bout will be scored by three judges: Joseph Ware (United States), Valerie Dorsett (United States) and Russell Naquin (United States), ring card girl is Jane Bloggs, this is not a title bout, the bout is scheduled for 15 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: Ray Robinson - Record: 14-3-2 (5) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Jesus Rivero - Cut Man: Danny Milano
In the blue corner: Emile Griffith - Record: 10-5-4 (2) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Over Trained - Trainer: Bill Delaney - Cut Man: Pete Brodsky
Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center as the bell sounds to begin the first round. 0:0
0:11 Robinson is clinching. Early in a fight you have to wonder but late in a fight clinching can give a fighter a breather. 0:0
0:20 The Referee breaks it up... 0:0
0:40 Griffith is backed into his opponents corner... 0:0
0:50 Both fighters are circling, keeping their distance from each other. 0:0
0:55 Griffith moves into a neutral corner. 0:0
0:59 Robinson is moving his head and shoulders side to side, but his feet are not going anywhere, giving Griffith a decent target to shoot for. 0:0
1:04 The action slows as Griffith and Robinson measure each other up. 0:0
1:09 Griffith pins Ray Robinson in the corner! 0:0
1:14 Wright yells at the fighters to separate but Griffith and Robinson are a tangle of arms. 0:0
1:23 * Robinson is leaning on the back of Emile Griffith's neck and Wright has seen enough as he issues a warning. 0:0
1:36 Griffith feints, looking for an opening. 0:0
1:51 Robinson backs into a neutral corner. 0:0
1:55 Emile Griffith dances gracefully across the canvas 0:0
1:59 Neither fighter is throwing enough punches in this round. 0:0
2:12 Griffith fires and misses. 0:0
2:24 Griffith connects with a violent combination! 0:4
2:24 Robinson's hurt, the last punch in that flurry stopped him cold! 0:4
2:36 Griffith lets his hands go again and gets in several scoring blows. 0:6
2:53 Griffith does a great job of moving as Robinson tries to work inside. 0:6
3:00 That was a really tentative round for both men. 1:6
Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson looks to be in good shape as Round 2 gets underway. 0:0
0:12 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the far neutral corner... 0:0
0:16 Griffith looks to work the body, but Robinson covers up nicely. 0:0
0:23 Griffith got some great advice from Bill Delaney between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 2. 0:0
0:23 Griffith lands a rapier like jab to the head of Ray Robinson 0:2
0:42 Robinson drops the right hand flush on Griffith's chin! 5:2
0:42 That punch has Griffith staggering around the ring like a drunken sailor! 5:2
0:51 Griffith gets off a quick combination to the body, with the right hand landing. 5:4
1:00 Robinson is blocked in his opponents corner... 5:4
1:04 Griffith is dancing and flicking harmless punches at Ray Robinson. 5:4
1:17 Robinson has been watching too much wrestling, the way He's grabbing Griffith. 5:4
1:29 Emile Griffith tries to get free... Here comes Wright to break them up... 5:4
1:38 Griffith uses subtle movement and a tight guard protecting his body as Robinson tries vainly to score. 5:4
1:40 Griffith catches Ray Robinson with an uppercut as he tries to duck. 5:6
1:53 Robinson moves into the right corner. 5:6
1:58 Robinson picks off the jab thrown by Griffith. 5:6
2:00 A short hook to the head by Robinson 7:6
2:19 Robinson looks for a breather; he grabs Griffith and holds on. Griffith pushes Robinson off and looks for an opening. 7:6
2:31 Wright breaks them up... 7:6
2:37 Both fighters move back to ring center. 7:6
2:37 Griffith lands a hook to head, then just misses with a follow up cross. 7:8
2:52 Robinson plods forward. 7:8
2:57 Griffith takes a hook as he tries to work inside. 9:8
3:00 There's the bell, finishing Round 2. 8:10
Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith is off his stool and waiting for the bell to begin Round 3. 0:0
0:11 Griffith leans on Robinson and fires a weak hook to the ribs. 0:2
0:20 Bill Delaney not only gave Emile Griffith encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Robinson. Now it's up to Griffith to implement it. 0:2
0:20 Emile Griffith is pinned in his opponents corner... 0:2
0:20 * Robinson continues to hammer away as he holds Griffith and Wright has seen enough as he issues a warning. 3:2
0:41 Ray Robinson's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 3:2
0:48 Emile Griffith pins Robinson's arms! The fighters are tied up... 3:2
0:53 The fighters accidentally butt heads as they manuever inside. 3:2
1:02 Griffith fires a left hand that Robinson takes high on the shoulder. 3:2
1:05 Robinson lands the right hand. He's pretty effective with that punch when he sets it up right. 5:2
1:26 Emile Griffith leaves the jab just short. 5:2
1:38 There's a clinch. Neither fighter seems to want to break. 5:2
1:47 Referee Wright separates the two... 5:2
1:55 Griffith backs into the near corner. 5:2
2:00 Robinson grabs and holds Griffith... 5:2
2:04 Wright pries them apart. 5:2
2:12 Emile Griffith pins Robinson in the corner! 5:2
2:12 Griffith is trying to move in behind the jab, which lands. 5:4
2:21 Griffith has Robinson cornered! 5:4
2:26 Griffith tries to drop the right hand over the top but Robinson ducks under it. 5:4
2:28 Robinson scores with a glancing cross. 7:4
2:46 Robinson throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 7:4
2:49 Griffith flicks three quick jabs and at least one got through. 7:6
3:00 Griffith tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 7:6
3:00 Not much happened in that round. It's going to be a tough round for the judges to score. 6:6
Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith looks to be in fair shape as Round 4 gets underway. 0:0
0:07 Bill Delaney was really animated in Griffith's corner and Griffith was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:13 Griffith usues his legs to avoid Robinson's punches. 0:0
0:16 Some good body work by Griffith, landing several short blows to the ribs. 0:2
0:20 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 0:2
0:29 Griffith can't find the range as he tries to work the body. 0:2
0:42 Robinson lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Griffith. 0:2
0:48 Griffith traps Robinson in the corner! 0:2
0:48 * Wright is telling Griffith to quit holding and hitting. 0:5
1:07 Both fighters are being tentative at the moment. 0:5
1:14 Upstairs and downstairs! Emile Griffith lands two quick blows and then moves away from Robinson's counters. 0:7
1:26 Both boxers go back to the middle of the squared circle. 0:7
1:31 Griffith lets his hands go inside, but Robinson protects his body well. 0:7
1:33 Ray Robinson goes to the body with a three punch salvo. 2:7
1:54 Robinson walks in to a glancing hook from Griffith. 2:9
2:03 Griffith continues to pop the jab 2:11
2:15 Griffith lands a double left, one to the head and one to the body. 2:13
2:28 Emile Griffith fires a shot, but it glances off Robinson's shoulder. 2:13
2:35 Robinson shoots a vicious cross right down the pipe and catches Griffith flush! 6:13
2:35 Griffith is staggered... 6:13
2:51 Griffith cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Robinson had his elbows tucked in nicely. 6:13
2:58 Ray Robinson drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 10:13
2:58 Griffith was stunned by that last flurry of punches! 10:13
3:00 As the round comes to a close, both fighters continue to wing shots. That was another good round of action. 10:14
Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith looks to be in excellent shape as Round 5 gets underway. 0:0
0:12 Robinson with a lead right to the head. 2:0
0:16 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 2:0
0:26 Griffith is forced into his own corner... 2:0
0:31 Robinson goes straight at Griffith, a poor way to cut off the ring if that's what he's trying to do. 2:0
0:40 Griffith just comes up short with the combination. 2:0
0:42 Robinson doubles up with the hook to the body, but Griffith is unfazed. 4:0
0:59 That punch actually went behind Griffith's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Robinson. 4:0
1:01 Griffith scores with the jab. 4:2
1:17 A straight cross from Robinson gets through Griffith's guard. 6:2
1:17 * Bad Luck! Griffith's cut! 7:2
1:17 * One of those punches from Robinson has opened a cut under the right eye of Griffith. 7:2
1:17 * And that accidental head butt has resulted Griffith suffering a cut . 7:2
1:31 Robinson voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 7:2
1:36 Griffith scores with quick series of shots to the body of Robinson. 7:4
1:50 Robinson is turning this fight into a clinching and holding affair as he continues to wrap his arms around Griffith. 7:4
1:55 Ray Robinson finally lets go of Griffith. 7:4
2:04 Griffith has freed himself from Robinson. They move quickly to ring center. 7:4
2:11 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 7:4
2:28 Robinson keeps looking to get inside on Griffith 7:4
2:37 Referee Wright is doing a good job, making sure that the fighters keep it clean. 7:4
2:41 Robinson works his way inside and scores with a hook to the body. 9:4
2:50 Griffith lands the uppercut but there wasn't much on it. 9:6
3:00 Griffith misses wildly with the hook. 9:6
3:00 Robinson spins around and moves quickly back to his corner at the sound of the bell, ending Round 5. 10:8
Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Griffith's corner as the bell sounds for Round 6. 0:0
0:05 Jesus Rivero was extremely upbeat during the break with Robinson providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:06 Robinson slides into a neutral corner... 0:0
0:06 Griffith gets off a three punch salvo to Robinson's head. 0:2
0:19 * Wright is telling Emile Griffith to keep his punches up. 0:4
0:37 Griffith lands a nice jab. He tries to follow it up with a cross but it misses. 0:6
0:47 Griffith gets in two or three punishing shots to the head of Robinson. 0:9
1:04 Griffith doesn't connect with the cross. 0:9
1:06 Ray Robinson forces the action inside with an arcing cross to Griffith's head. 3:9
1:15 There is a lot less action than we anticipated from these two in this round. 3:9
1:18 Robinson is trapped in his own corner... 3:9
1:18 Griffith unleashes a flurry and Robinson fires back, a close exchange with Griffith coming out on top. 5:12
1:27 Robinson doesn't have to look for Griffith this round as He is right there in front of him. 5:12
1:30 Griffith is keeping away from the ropes. 5:12
1:30 Griffith lands a short hook to the body. 5:14
1:48 Robinson whiffs with the uppercut. 5:14
1:50 Griffith's jab falls short, but the cross gets in behind it. 5:16
1:59 Robinson retreats into a neutral corner. 5:16
2:04 Griffith lands a hard cross! 5:20
2:04 Robinson takes a step back, obviously hurt! 5:20
2:16 Each fighter is measuring the other. Now Robinson lets his hands go and scores several quick punches to the head of Griffith. 7:20
2:28 Robinson working the bread basket, scoring with several hooks. 9:20
2:44 Griffith misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 9:20
2:51 A brutal cross from Robinson connects to the solar plexus! 13:20
2:51 Emile Griffith is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 13:20
3:00 Griffith slides into his own corner... 13:20
3:00 A nice action round! Both fighters had their moments and receive a well-deserved round of applause as they head for their corners. 13:21
Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson was a little slow getting off his stool this round. 0:0
0:10 Robinson retreats into the left corner. 0:0
0:14 Robinson is trying to free his gloves from under Griffith's gloves. 0:0
0:29 Griffith pushes Robinson away. 0:0
0:34 The action is back in the center of the ring. 0:0
0:34 Robinson shoots the right home. That's a sneaky punch. 2:0
0:46 The fighters are at close quarters now as Griffith lands a hook downstairs. 2:2
1:06 Griffith is protecting the body nicely as Robinson fails to score inside. 2:2
1:17 Robinson can't score with short uppercut inside. Griffith got his gloves in front of the punch. 2:2
1:19 Griffith bangs away with both hands and a nice uppercut finds a home. 2:4
1:34 Griffith is really focused in this round. 2:4
1:37 Robinson misses with the jab but scores with the follow up cross. 4:4
2:00 Griffith just can't find the range with that uppercut. 4:4
2:02 Robinson gets in a hook to the body of Emile Griffith. 6:4
2:16 Griffith fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 6:4
2:19 A quick jab from Ray Robinson connects. 8:4
2:28 The uppercut just landed by Robinson is a nice weapon on the inside. 10:4
2:41 Griffith slides into the corner... 10:4
2:46 Robinson is clinching... Griffith is trying to free his gloves... They are under Robinson's arms... 10:4
2:50 Wright separates the two... 10:4
3:00 Emile Griffith is trapped in his opponents corner... 10:4
3:00 That's another round in the books as Round 7 comes to an end. 10:3
Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 8. 0:0
0:18 Griffith's jab connects to Robinson's head 0:2
0:33 Robinson fires the jab. It finds its target. 2:2
0:42 Robinson has Griffith trapped! 2:2
0:47 Robinson doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 2:2
0:55 The fighters jockey for position as they both try to gain the advantage here in the 8th. 2:2
1:06 * Wright motions to Ray Robinson to keep his punches up. 4:2
1:24 Referee Wright is doing a nice job controlling this bout. 4:2
1:35 Robinson scores with a tremendous left! 8:2
1:35 Emile Griffith is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 8:2
1:49 Robinson's not even close with the cross. 8:2
2:08 Griffith telegraphed that shot and Robinson ducks under it easily. 8:2
2:25 Robinson goes downstairs with the hook. 10:2
2:49 Robinson has Griffith blocked in! 10:2
2:49 Robinson lands a two punch combination to the body 12:2
3:00 Not much to choose between the two at this stage of the fight. 12:2
3:00 There's the bell. Robinson wings a parting shot that misses. That was close. Round 8 is history. 13:3
Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson didn't sit in the corner between rounds and he comes out quickly to begin Round 9. 0:0
0:12 Robinson throws a short, bristling uppercut to the chin of Griffith 3:0
0:22 Griffith comes out on top in that exchange but Robinson was able to land some nice shots as well. 5:3
0:34 Robinson has Griffith pinned! 5:3
0:39 Robinson misses with that combination. 5:3
0:51 Robinson misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 5:3
0:57 The fighters are at ring center... 5:3
0:57 Robinson sneaks in a quick uppercut that lands cleanly. 7:3
1:12 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the right neutral corner... 7:3
1:12 Griffith fires a straight right. He split the gloves with that punch. 7:5
1:35 Robinson holds his arms up in disgust as Griffith holds him around his waist. 7:5
1:50 Wright is shouting at Griffith to break! 7:5
1:55 Griffith is forced into his opponents corner... 7:5
1:55 Robinson scores with a beautiful cross that just missed landing flush on Emile Griffith's jaw. 9:5
2:12 Griffith wraps up Robinson. 9:5
2:24 Griffith and Robinson each take a step back. 9:5
2:29 Robinson feints, looking for an opening. 9:5
2:35 Griffith connects with a cross. 9:7
2:52 Robinson charges Griffith trying to get inside 9:7
3:00 This fight is as close as it gets, one would be hard pressed to pick the better man at this time. 9:7
3:00 We're at the 3:00 mark and that brings this round to an end. 11:6
Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 10 begins. 0:0
0:13 Griffith drops his shoulder as if to throw a right, then quickly rips a quick left hook to the body. 0:4
0:13 That series of punches rocked Robinson and he looks to be in trouble. 0:4
0:22 Bill Delaney seemed to pump up Griffith between rounds. 0:4
0:32 * Griffith has been knocked down with a strong combination! 0:4
0:34 Wright positions himself over Griffith and starts the count.. 8:4
0:34 1 8:4
0:35 2 8:4
0:36 3 8:4
0:37 4 8:4
0:38 5 8:4
0:39 6 8:4
0:40 Griffith is struggling to regain his feet as the count reaches 7. 8:4
0:40 * Griffith is back on his feet and indicates he is fine to Wright. 8:4
0:40 Wright looks into Griffith eyes and decides to let the fight to go on... 8:4
0:40 Griffith is hurt. Robinson is a decent finisher, but sometimes he gets too excited and just wings wild punches. Let's see what he does here. 8:4
0:40 That punch has reopened a cut on Griffith as once again you can see blood on the face of Griffith. 8:4
0:40 The cut under Emile Griffith's right eye has been reopened by Ray Robinson. 8:4
0:49 Robinson moves in and connects with a compact uppercut to the head. 10:4
0:49 Griffith is badly stunned and Robinson will try to finish him off here in the 10th round! 10:4
0:57 Robinson let's his hands go and connects with several light blows to Griffith's Head. 12:4
0:57 Robinson must sense that he's got Griffith just about out on his feet. Now, it's a matter of whether or not he can land the punches necessary to end this fight. 12:4
1:10 Robinson landed a sharp combination that rocked Emile Griffith back on his heels! 16:4
1:10 Griffith is in big trouble, he took a lot punches there and he does not look very steady! 16:4
1:15 Some swelling has appeared around the right eye of Griffith. 16:4
1:19 Both fighters are scoring in this exchange and neither is coming out on top. 18:6
1:19 Robinson takes a long look at Griffith to see if he's playing possum. Robinson is starting to pour it on so he must believe that he's really hurt Griffith. 18:6
1:33 You could feel the breeze after that miss by Robinson! 18:6
1:53 * Robinson connects with a thundering hook and Griffith drops to the canvas! 18:6
1:56 Wright begins counting... 24:6
1:56 1 24:6
1:57 2 24:6
1:58 3 24:6
1:58 * Griffith is up and leaning on the ropes. Now he comes off them and looks toward Robinson. 24:6
1:58 Griffith looks to have steadied himself and Wright will allow the fight to continue... 24:6
1:58 Robinson has Griffith in a world of trouble. Let's see if he can finish him here in the 10th. 24:6
2:11 Robinson continues to follow Griffith about the ring. 24:6
2:28 Emile Griffith traps Robinson's gloves under his arms. He won't let go until Wright breaks it up. 24:6
2:40 Griffith uses his shoulder to force Robinson out of the clinch. 24:6
2:45 Robinson has Griffith pinned! 24:6
2:49 That uppercut from Robinson just missed. 24:6
2:52 Griffith connects with an uppercut to the head of Robinson. 24:8
3:00 Robinson retreats to his opponents corner... 24:8
3:00 It looks like Robinson has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 24:8
3:00 Fans appreciate a fine display of boxing but as that last round proved nothing gets them going like a knockdown. 25:8
Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Robinson and Griffith leave their corners. 0:0
0:08 Griffith's corner gave his cut under the right eye priority during the minute off and they've done an excellent job of closing the wounds. 0:0
0:09 Robinson has Griffith blocked in! 0:0
0:13 Robinson tries to give angles as he continues his relentless forward motion. 0:0
0:25 Robinson pins Griffith's arms. Now they move apart. 0:0
0:34 Griffith works his way free! 0:0
0:42 Robinson is a bruiser inside as he drives home a solid hook to Griffith's jaw. 3:0
0:51 Griffith has Robinson pinned! 3:0
0:51 Emile Griffith flicks a lead right to the head of Robinson. 3:2
1:03 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the left neutral corner... 3:2
1:08 Griffith clinches nicely... but clinching doesn't score points. 3:2
1:18 Referee Wright steps in to break it up. 3:2
1:28 Griffith will tie a guy up if he has to. 3:2
1:32 Wright has to separate the two... 3:2
1:41 Griffith traps Robinson's gloves under his arms, forcing Wright to break them up. 3:2
1:46 Wright separates the two... 3:2
1:46 Griffith appears to be rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 3:2
1:58 Robinson takes a heavy combination downstairs. 3:6
1:58 Robinson was hurt by those blows! 3:6
2:15 Griffith ties up Robinson. 3:6
2:20 * Wright is giving Robinson a warning for leaning on the opponent's neck. 3:6
2:37 Robinson is losing this round and is looking to load up on his punches. 3:6
2:41 Griffith slides into a neutral corner... 3:6
2:45 Robinson ties up Griffith. Why would he want to clinch now? 3:6
2:50 * The referee is cautioning Robinson about using his shoulders a bit too enthusiastically when he gets inside. 3:6
3:00 Robinson appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 3:6
3:00 The round comes to a close and neither fighter did a thing. Maybe someone should inform them that this is a boxing match. 2:6
Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Robinson looks a bit disgusted as Round 12 gets underway. 0:0
0:13 Robinson works his way in and leans on Griffith. 0:0
0:22 * Griffith looks like he's trying to mask an injury of some type. He appears to be in some pain but from what it's impossible to say. 0:0
0:46 * OH my,Robinson lands a huge hook and Griffith hits the canvas. 0:0
0:49 Robinson is ushered to a neutral corner by Wright and the count begins.. 6:0
0:49 1 6:0
0:50 2 6:0
0:51 3 6:0
0:51 * Griffith is hurt, but manages to regain his feet.. 6:0
0:51 Griffith appears to be badly shaken, but Wright is going to allow the fight to go on. 6:0
0:51 Griffith was stopped cold by that punch! Robinson has a reputation as a great finisher. Let's see if he can live up to it! 6:0
1:00 Robinson has Griffith trapped! 6:0
1:04 Griffith retreats into a neutral corner. 6:0
1:04 Griffith takes a combination from Robinson. 8:0
1:04 Griffith is hurt. He looks like he's ready to go. Robinson just needs to take his time and land one more big shot. 8:0
1:09 Griffith needs to catch his second wind... 8:0
1:13 Robinson splits Griffith's gloves with an uppercut. 10:0
1:13 Robinson has Griffith hurt, now let's see what kind of finisher Robinson is. 10:0
1:22 Robinson throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 12:0
1:22 Robinson senses he has Griffith in trouble and he is pouring it on! 12:0
1:31 Both fighters move to ring center. 12:0
1:31 The fighters are tangled up inside. Robinson has a hand free and lands a little uppercut. 14:0
1:31 Robinson has a dazed opponent in front of him ready for the taking. Let's see what kind of killer instinct he can summon up. 14:0
1:35 The swelling under Griffith's right eye is increasing. It's going to get tougher and tougher for to see punches coming. 14:0
1:48 Robinson tries to get the hook into the the ribs, but Emile Griffith blocks it. 14:0
1:54 Robinson has Griffith pinned! 14:0
1:59 Griffith picks off the jab by Robinson. 14:0
2:06 Robinson's fans are here in force tonight, cheering everything he does. 14:0
2:16 Robinson just comes up short with the cross. 14:0
2:28 Wright tries to separate the boxers but Griffith has a vice-like grip on Ray Robinson. 14:0
2:39 Now they break clean. 14:0
2:46 Griffith quickly pulls at his trunks. 14:0
2:50 Robinson slips in a quick cross. 16:0
3:00 Griffith moves to the center of the Ring taunting Ray Robinson with his hands by his sides. 16:0
3:00 Robinson appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 16:0
3:00 The noise is deafening in the arena after that last round. Nothing like a knockdown to get the adrenaline flowing! 18:0
Round 13
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Griffith and Robinson square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 13. 0:0
0:13 Griffith is holding on to Robinson. He seems to be taking a breather. 0:0
0:17 Wright steps in and breaks it up. 0:0
0:22 Whatever Jesus Rivero said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Robinson has some spring in his step here in the 13th round. 0:0
0:27 Griffith wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Robinson's defense. 0:0
0:29 A nice three punch salvo from Robinson finds the mark. 3:0
0:43 Griffith really buried that punch into "Sugar"'s ribs. 3:4
0:43 Ray Robinson in on unsteady legs after those punches. 3:4
0:59 That was a violent straight right by Robinson! 7:4
0:59 That shot has Griffith hurt! 7:4
1:03 Griffith's tank is just about on empty. 7:4
1:10 Griffith traps Robinson in the corner! 7:4
1:10 some nifty bodywork Griffith as he scores with several shots from the inside. 7:6
1:19 They are back in the center of the ring once again 7:6
1:19 Robinson leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Griffith. 7:8
1:36 Griffith misses with the jab. He lets go with a left and that fails to find its mark, too. 7:8
1:38 Griffith looks to have his legs back under him after that knockdown in the last round. 7:8
1:47 Emile Griffith just landed a devastating three punch combo! 7:12
1:47 Those punches hurt Robinson and he looks to hang on. 7:12
2:01 Griffith is on his bicycle, moving from corner to corner forcing Robinson to chase him. 7:12
2:06 The crowd has been reacting to every punch thrown by these guys, whether it lands or not. 7:12
2:15 Robinson backs into a neutral corner. 7:12
2:20 Griffith is off target with that combination. 7:12
2:26 That cross from Robinson has some power behind it! 11:12
2:26 Griffith is suddenly in trouble! 11:12
2:31 There appears to be increased swelling under Griffith's right eye. 11:12
2:41 Robinson works free! The fighters move to ring center. 11:12
2:46 Griffith moves into the near right corner. 11:12
2:46 Both fighters landed effectively in that exchange. 13:14
3:00 Robinson is either lucky or has radar. Griffith's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 13:14
3:00 Robinson appears to have this fight under control. 13:14
3:00 The close of the round brings some hearty applause from those in attendance. 14:15
Round 14
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 14 of this scheduled 15 rounder. 0:0
0:06 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
0:11 Wright has to pull the fighters away from each other as Griffith locks up Robinson's arms. 0:0
0:16 Robinson pushes Griffith away. 0:0
0:20 Robinson got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Jesus Rivero's instructions work. 0:0
0:30 * Robinson catches Griffith with a hard cross as he's coming in and Griffith drops to the canvas. a tremendous shot by Robinson! 0:0
0:32 Wright picks up the count.. 6:0
0:32 1 6:0
0:33 2 6:0
0:33 * Griffith is having a hard time keeping his feet under him as he pulls himself up off the canvas, 6:0
0:33 The fight will go on as Wright deems Griffith is fit to conitnue. 6:0
0:33 Griffith suddenly looks very vulnerable. Robinson can stop him if he lets it all hang out. 6:0
0:50 That uppercut to the stomach didn't hurt Griffith but it scores points for Robinson none the less. 8:0
0:50 Robinson senses that he can end this fight now if he can just land a few more punches. 8:0
0:55 The swelling under Griffith's right eye is causing him problems and it won't take much more to become a major handicap for him. 8:0
0:59 Robinson fires a punch over the jab of Griffith and gets it in for points. 10:0
0:59 Robinson has Griffith reeling. Robinson can win the fight right now if he doesn't get sloppy and just flail away. 10:0
1:12 Robinson tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 10:0
1:23 Robinson attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 10:0
1:30 Robinson is trying to put his punches together and he tags Emile Griffith with a nice combination of punches. 12:0
1:30 Robinson has Griffith is in a world of hurt as He fires away with both hands. 12:0
1:43 Robinson looks to land a cross but misses the mark. 12:0
1:50 Ray Robinson connects with an uppercut. He can make good use of that punch if he can continue to get inside. 14:0
2:05 Robinson retreats into the near right corner. 14:0
2:05 Griffith is mixing his punches well and lands a jab followed by a cross. 14:2
2:14 Griffith lands a stinging jab. 14:4
2:28 Considering the clinch Griffith has on Robinson it looks like he wants to dance with him, not fight him. Robinson pushes him away. 14:4
2:32 Wright moves in to break the clinch. 14:4
2:44 Griffith traps Robinson's gloves under his arms... He won't let go. 14:4
2:55 Wright moves them apart. 14:4
3:00 Robinson misses wildly with the Hook. 14:4
3:00 Robinson seems to have done enough to win this fight. 14:4
3:00 What a devastating knockdown, you can bet the fans in attendance will be talking about that round long after the fight is over. 14:4
Round 15
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the 15th and final round of this fight. 0:0
0:08 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 Griffith's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:08 Griffith lands a hook to the ribs. 0:2
0:18 Griffith traps Robinson in the corner! 0:2
0:22 Robinson tries to muscle inside but Griffith clinches him. 0:2
0:31 Referee Wright has to separate the two... 0:2
0:40 Robinson does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Griffith's punches in close. 0:2
0:43 Ray Robinson moves in and scores with a quick jab. 2:2
0:59 Emile Griffith fires away but finds nothing but air. 2:2
1:07 Griffith moves into the lower corner. 2:2
1:11 Robinson and Griffith are in a clinch, Wright hollers at them to break and start fighting. 2:2
1:16 Robinson shoves Griffith away. 2:2
1:20 Griffith has Robinson trapped! 2:2
1:20 Griffith lands consecutive uppercuts to Robinson's midsection. 2:4
1:37 Robinson takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 2:8
1:37 Robinson appears to be stunned! 2:8
1:42 Griffith is rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 2:8
1:46 Robinson backs into the right corner. 2:8
1:51 You would think Robinson had a brick wall built aroud his midsection as futile as Griffith looked trying to score there! 2:8
1:53 Robinson lets a quick hook go, catching Griffith moving in. 4:8
2:02 Robinson is trying to avoid shots to the body, but He better get his hands up! 4:8
2:05 Griffith traps Ray Robinson in the corner! 4:8
2:10 Griffith throws a straight right that glances off the shoulder of Robinson but it's enough to keep him off-balance. 4:8
2:12 Robinson snakes the jab through Griffith's gloves. He had some snap on that one. 6:8
2:24 Griffith has Robinson trapped in the lower neutral corner... 6:8
2:29 Griffith has his arms wrapped around Robinson... Now they separate. 6:8
2:33 Wright has to break them apart. 6:8
2:38 Griffith scores with a cross to the belly. 6:10
2:42 Robinson is breathing heavily... 6:10
2:50 Griffith backs into his own corner... 6:10
2:54 "Sugar" Robinson pushes Griffith then steps away from him. 6:10
3:00 Robinson appears to have this fight under control. 6:10
3:00 Call it a night, sports fans, because this fight is over! Let's see who gets the nod from the judges. 6:10
Fight Result
And here with the call is Damian Pinto
Ladies and Gentlemen, the judges have tallied their scorecards and here is your decision...
Joseph Ware, United States sees the fight 143 to 139
Valerie Dorsett, United States scores it 143 to 139
Russell Naquin, United States scores the fight 145 to 137
The winner by unanimous decision is Ray Robinson!
Score Cards
Joseph Ware Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 143
Emile Griffith 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 9 7 10 8 10 8 10 139
Valerie Dorsett Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 9 143
Emile Griffith 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 9 7 10 8 10 8 10 139
Russell Naquin Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 9 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 10 10 145
Emile Griffith 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 9 7 10 8 10 8 9 137
Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Ray Robinson 27 27 30 27 30 28 30 30 30 30 27 30 27 30 28 431
Emile Griffith 30 30 30 30 27 29 27 27 27 21 30 24 30 24 29 415
Statistics
Categories Ray Robinson Emile Griffith
Knockdowns scored 4 0
Jabs / Round 5.00 4.73
Hooks / Round 4.47 2.67
Crosses / Round 4.47 3.27
Combinations / Round 4.80 4.13
Uppercuts / Round 4.00 4.40
Punches Landed / Round 22.73 19.20
Punches Missed / Round 37.40 46.73
Punching Accuracy 37.8% 29.1%
Total Number of Fouls 5 2
Low Blow 1 1
Holding Head and Hitting 1 1
Using Shoulder 1
Leaning on Opponent's Neck 2
Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 4 2
Suffered Accidental Head Butt 1
Suffered Accidental Head Butt causing Cut 1
Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1
Cuts totals (opened/reopened/worsened) 0 / 0 / 0 2 / 1 / 1
Cuts after head butts (opened/reopened/worsened) 0 / 0 / 0 1 / 0 / 0
Cut locations breakdown:
Cut under right eye 2 / 1 / 1
Bouts halted to check cut(s) 0 0
Corner work on closing cuts (trials/success):
Trickle 0 / 0 0 / 0
Minor 0 / 0 1 / 1
Bleeding 0 / 0 1 / 1
Bad 0 / 0 0 / 0
Heavy 0 / 0 0 / 0
Gushing 0 / 0 0 / 0
Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 0 / 0 3 / 3
Fight Inside 4 / 4 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 2 / 0 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Defensive) 0 / 0 7 / 5
Go for KO 4 / 3 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 1 / 0 6 / 6
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 2 / 0 1 / 0
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