In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Constantin Ursu emerged victorious in a 12-round battle to claim the British welterweight championship, while successfully defending his Commonwealth title at the Vaillant Live in Derby this past Saturday. The action-packed bout saw Ursu outscore Owen Cooper, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.
Ursu, with an unblemished record of 15-0 and 6 KOs, showcased his prowess by dominating the initial rounds. His precise and clean punches set the tone early, leaving Cooper struggling to find his rhythm. Cooper, who entered the ring with a record of 11-2 and 4 KOs, found himself on the back foot, unable to match Ursu’s timing and accuracy.
As the fight progressed, Cooper began to show signs of urgency, particularly in the seventh round, where he managed to land some notable shots on Ursu. However, the Commonwealth champion quickly regained his composure, demonstrating his slick boxing skills in the eighth round. The ninth round saw both fighters exchange blows in a fierce back-and-forth battle.
Ursu’s resilience was tested in the tenth round when he was caught by a powerful right hand from Cooper. Despite the setback, Ursu rallied and delivered a dominant final round, securing his victory as the fight went to the scorecards. The judges’ scores of 118-110, 118-110, and 116-112 confirmed Ursu’s impressive win, solidifying his status as the new British and Commonwealth welterweight champion.
In other notable bouts, former Olympian Luke McCormack continued his professional journey with a comfortable points win against the seasoned Kane Gardner. McCormack, with a record of 5-0 and 3 KOs, secured a unanimous decision with scores of 100-90, 100-90, and 99-92, reflecting his dominance throughout the 10-round contest.
The undercard also featured several exciting matches. Ben Fail, with a record of 11-0 and 6 KOs, triumphed over Mason Cartwright in a thrilling super welterweight encounter, securing a seventh-round stoppage. Tony Curtis, trained by Roy Jones Jr., delivered a strong performance against Jemsi Kibazange, winning with a score of 80-72.
Other notable victories included Charlie Senior’s fifth-round knockout of Jesus Carrasco at featherweight, Lewis Williams’ unanimous decision win over Ben Vickers at heavyweight, and Reese Lynch’s shutout victory against Dan Booth at super lightweight. Lasha Guruli also pitched a shutout win against Benito Sanchez Garcia, adding to the night’s impressive lineup of fights.
The event was a testament to the skill and determination of the fighters, providing fans with an unforgettable night of boxing action. Ursu’s victory, in particular, stands out as a highlight, marking him as a formidable force in the welterweight division.
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