Mirco Cuello Captures WBA Interim Featherweight Title
In a thrilling display of power, Mirco Cuello has emerged victorious in the boxing ring, capturing the WBA interim featherweight title after a stunning second-round knockout of Sergio Rios in Benghazi, Libya. This decisive win, which aired on DAZN, solidifies Cuello’s status as the mandatory challenger for the WBA champion, Nick Ball.
Fight Highlights
Cuello, an undefeated Argentine fighter with a record of 16 wins and 13 knockouts, demonstrated his skill and ferocity when he floored Rios with a sharp right hand just before the end of the first round. Rios, previously unbeaten, managed to recover but could not escape Cuello’s relentless assault. In the second round, a damaging left hand sent Rios crashing to the canvas again; he briefly regained his footing, only to be knocked down once more, unable to continue as the referee counted him out.
Future Matchups
Next week, on the undercard of the highly anticipated match between Moses Itauma and Dillian Whyte in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ball will defend his featherweight title against Australia’s Sam Goodman, setting the stage for a potential showdown with Cuello in the future.
Other Notable Fights
In other notable fights of the evening, Albert Ramirez secured the WBA interim light heavyweight title with a seventh-round TKO against Jerome Pampellone. After dominating with powerful combinations, Ramirez dropped Pampellone three times, leading his corner to end the bout.
Additionally, Costa Rica’s Francisco Fonseca pulled off a surprising upset by defeating double Olympic silver medalist Sofiane Oumiha from France, winning by unanimous decision. The fight card featured several competitive matches, highlighting the rising talents in the boxing world.
Conclusion
Overall, Cuello’s performance cements his status as a fighter to watch, as the boxing community eagerly anticipates his future engagements in the ring.
