Boxing Results From This Weekend

Edgar Berlanga vs. Padraig McCrory:

Edgar "The Chosen One" Berlanga (22-0, 17 KOs) showcased his dominance in a clash of unbeaten super middleweights, securing a sixth-round knockout against Padraig McCrory (18-1, 9 KOs). Berlanga's relentless assault began to take its toll from the third round onwards, with a flurry of big shots ultimately flooring McCrory in the sixth round, ending the bout at 2:44. This victory marked Berlanga's first knockout since December 2020, breaking a streak of five consecutive decision wins.

Takuma Inoue vs. Jerwin Ancajas:

Takuma Inoue (19-1, 5 KOs), the WBA bantamweight champion, delivered a masterful performance, retaining his 118lb belt with a stunning one-punch knockout victory over former IBF junior bantamweight ruler Jerwin Ancajas (34-4-2, 23 KOs). Inoue's display of speed, reflexes, and determination culminated in a ninth-round knockout at 0:44, surprising the crowd with his unexpected dominance over the dangerous Ancajas.

Junto Nakatani vs. Alejandro Santiago:

Junto Nakatani (27-0, 20 KOs), a two-division undefeated champion, claimed the WBC bantamweight belt in impressive fashion, halting defending champion Alejandro Santiago (28-5-5, 14 KOs) with a spectacular TKO victory in the sixth round. Nakatani's height and reach advantage were evident throughout the bout, as he utilized his southpaw stance to overwhelm Santiago. A lethal southpaw straight left in the sixth round sent Santiago to the canvas, prompting the referee to halt the contest at 1:12. Nakatani's power punching once again proved to be a crowd-pleaser, following his previous impressive stoppage of Andrew Moloney.