Adames Dominates Williams By Decision

Last night (March 21, 2026), in the main event at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida, WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames (from the Dominican Republic, nicknamed “Bronco”) successfully defended his title against American challenger Austin “Ammo” Williams. The bout, promoted by Matchroom Boxing and streamed on DAZN, was a rescheduled grudge match after an earlier cancellation in January due to Adames’ weight-cut issues.

Adames dominated the 12-round fight from start to finish, showcasing superior power, ring generalship, and defensive skills. He controlled the pace, landed heavy shots consistently, and dropped Williams at one point during the contest. Williams, a southpaw with a strong amateur background (including notable wins prior to this), fought gamely but couldn’t mount a serious threat against the champion’s pressure and precision. Adames’ performance was described as a thorough beatdown in some accounts, though he opted not to push for a stoppage in the later rounds, instead cruising to a clear victory on the scorecards.

Official Result: Carlos Adames def. Austin Williams by unanimous decision (scores: 118-108, 117-109, 117-109). Adames retains the WBC middleweight title, improving his record to approximately 25-1-1 (with 18 KOs), while Williams drops to 20-2 (13 KOs).

This win solidifies Adames as a force at 160 pounds, highlighting his ability to handle pressure fighters while maintaining championship form. For Williams, the loss is his second career defeat but came against a world champion in a high-stakes environment; it may serve as a learning experience for the 29-year-old, who remains a talented contender with knockout power.