Benavides, as the favorite, seized control in the center of the ring from the first minutes, successfully pressed the opponent, pressed him to the ropes. The champion easily cut corners, getting the challenger both with accented strikes and combinations.
In the sixth round, Yard initiated a spectacular exchange in which he missed more than in previous rounds. He was knocked down, but managed to continue the fight.
In the next 3 minutes, Benavides continued to break the opponent, while earning two penalty points. It did not help Anthony, he was forced to capitulate.
David confidently and cold-bloodedly defended the title of light heavyweight champion, Yard suffered the fourth defeat in his career.
David Benavides (USA) – Anthony Yarde (Great Britain) – TKO 7/12
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Source: sport.ua