Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn fight live updates: Results, scorecard, highlights
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Key Points:
- Jai Opetaia defeated Noel Mikaelian via TKO in the 9th round, showcasing superior activity, counterpunching, and clinch work throughout their cruiserweight title fight.
- Da'Mazion Vanhouter scored a first-round TKO over Raphael Akpejiori in the heavyweight division, demonstrating powerful early aggression despite a shoulder injury during the bout.
- Andres Cortes won a unanimous decision against Mark Magsayo in a competitive lightweight fight, with all judges scoring 97-93 in Cortes' favor after ten rounds.
- The fight between Cortes and Magsayo featured close rounds with multiple knockdowns initially ruled but later overturned by instant replay, highlighting the technical and strategic nature of the contest.
- Upcoming bouts include Ryan Garcia defending his WBC welterweight title against Conor Benn, and Jai Opetaia calling for a unification fight with David Benavidez, indicating high-profile matchups on the horizon.
