This night of boxing was definitely a showcase of emerging talents and seasoned fighters pushing their limits, setting the scene for eagerly anticipated rematches and new challenges.
In the main event, Ashton “H2O” Sylve (11-0, 9 KOs), despite a hand injury, delivered a masterclass performance against Estivan Falcao (13-3, 7 KOs), cruising to a unanimous decision with scores of 100-89, 99-90, and 99-90. Celebrating his recent 20th birthday with a victory, Sylve’s dominance in the DAZN-aired event in Orlando highlighted his resilience and boxing acumen. Falcao’s attempt to disrupt Sylve’s rhythm fell short as Sylve managed to outmaneuver and outpunch his opponent, culminating in a decisive knockdown.
The undercard featured a heated clash between Corey Marksman (8-0-1, 6 KOs) and Benigno “Tony” Aguilar (11-0-1, 4 KOs), ending in a draw that leaves the door open for a compelling rematch.
Maricela Cornejo (18-6, 7 KOs), moving down to welterweight, notched a significant victory over Kandi Wyatt (11-6, 3 KOs) with scores of 78-74 twice and 79-73. Cornejo’s performance against Wyatt showcased her strategic prowess and adaptability, positioning her as a formidable contender in the welterweight division. This victory marks a pivotal moment in her career, emphasizing her potential for future title challenges.
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