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      Jack Catterall to get married just DAYS after bruising and bloody boxing grudge victory against Josh Taylor

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      JACK CATTERALL will need to scrub up after his dust-up – as he prepares to get married in just a few days.El Gato earned sweet revenge for being robbed of the undisputed light-welterweight world titles in 2022 by beating Josh Taylor in Leeds last night.Jack Catterall celebrated beating Josh Taylor by kissing his fiancee Lauren Adele FinchCredit: ReutersEl Gato got revenge on Taylor with a dominant win in LeedsCredit: ReutersThe future Mrs Catterall declared her pride for her manCredit: Instagram lfinchxHe took it 117-111, 117-111, 116-113 on the judges’ scorecards after 12 brutal rounds of boxing to earn the bragging rights.A battered, bruised and bloody Catterall then got a celebratory kiss from fiancee Lauren Adele Finch inside the ring.The pair then posed for photos together as she dazzled in a strapless red dress. But just ten days after fight night, they will be kissing and posing for photos again – this time as a married couple.READ MORE ON BOXINGAnd it means the Chorley boxer may well be sporting a few cuts and bruises in his suit and tie on his wedding day in the first week of June.Matchroom Boxing shared the clip of Jack and Lauren kissing at the First Direct Arena.They captioned the post: “A few bruises for the wedding photos in 10 days… But a great day and night to be had 🥰”To the future Mr and Mrs Catterall 🥂👏”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCatterall confirmed he would take some time off away from the ring to enjoy his wedding and settle into married life.He got engaged to Lauren in 2022 and they have a three-year-old daughter Riley together. Boxing legend grabs microphone and delivers astonishing in-ring rant and blasts ‘ridiculous’ decision as Taylor losesFinch – who had her hen do in Marbella earlier this month – was full of praise for her husband-to-be after his statement win.She said: “So proud, he was amazing.”Brilliant night, so happy it’s done.”Lauren had slammed the shocking decision to give Taylor the win in their first fight, calling it an “absolute embarrassment to boxing”. But her man got his own back in style with a comprehensive victory – although not everyone was happy with the outcome. Catterall’s post-fight interview in Leeds was interrupted by legendary promoter Bob Arum.The 92-year-old Top Rank chief grabbed a microphone in the ring and launched into a blistering rant about the result. He moaned: “I saw the fight like everybody else.”Those scorecards were a disgrace, were an absolute disgrace.”And I really feel sorry for Josh, I thought he won the fight.”But those scorecards were ridiculous.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And as a lesson, I will never ever allow an American fighter to come here with the British board [British Boxing Board of Control] scoring the fight.”Those scores were ridiculous.”Lauren and Jack put on the PDA in the ringCredit: PAThe couple will tie the knot in early JuneCredit: PACatterall’s team were delighted to finally get the winCredit: PAThe couple have a three-year-old daughter togetherCredit: Instagram lfinchxThey got engaged in 2022Credit: Instagram lfinchxLauren had her hen do in MarbellaCredit: Instagram lfinchx More

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      Boxing legend grabs microphone and delivers astonishing in-ring rant and blasts ‘ridiculous’ decision as Taylor loses

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      BOXING legend Bob Arum grabbed the microphone for an astonishing rant in the ring as he blasted the judges’ decisions to hand Josh Taylor the second defeat of his career.And he vowed to “never, ever” let an American boxer to fight on British soil again in protest. Bob Arum went on a blistering rant after Jack Catterall beat Josh TaylorCredit: X @MatchroomBoxingThe iconic American promoter was furious with the judges’ scorecardsCredit: X @EddieHearnCatterall got his long-awaited revengeCredit: ReutersTaylor stepped into the ring for his long-awaited rematch with Jack Catterall, more than two years on from his controversial split-decision win in Glasgow that denied El Gato a reign as undisputed world champion. And Catterall made absolutely sure of the win this time around with a comprehensive victory.The judges, this time, got it right on their cards.Kieran McCann and Mark Bates both scored it 117-111, while Lee Every had it down as 116-113 – all in favour of the 30-year-old from Chorley. READ MORE ON BOXINGBut iconic promoter Arum – who has looked after the likes of Floyd Mayweather Jr, Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson and Tyson Fury – was furious with the outcome.He got inside the ropes and took hold of the microphone live on DAZN to deliver a memorable monologue – hijacking Catterall’s post-fight interview. The Hall of Famer Top Rank boss, 92, moaned: “I saw the fight like everybody else.”Those scorecards were a disgrace, were an absolute disgrace.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”And I really feel sorry for Josh, I thought he won the fight.”But those scorecards were ridiculous.Jack Catterall to get married just DAYS after bruising and bloody boxing grudge victory against Josh Taylor “And as a lesson, I will never ever allow an American fighter to come here with the British board [British Boxing Board of Control] scoring the fight.”Those scores were ridiculous.”That sparked a smattering of boos around the First Direct Arena as the crowd got behind the victorious Englishman. And plenty of boxing fans on social media responded to Arum.One said: “Someone take the mic off him 🤡”Another wrote: “Someone come collect their old man, he’s been on the p*** in spoons since 10am.”A third added: “He’s such a melon someone tuck him into bed.”And a fourth commented: “Loooool, Bob is hilarious but where was this energy in the first fight in Scotland when they robbed Catterall, terrific rematch correct winner but scorecards were a little too wide.”Plenty of others used the hilarious ‘old man yells at cloud’ Simpsons meme. And some even joked Arum was having his “AJ moment” – referencing Anthony Joshua’s bizarre rant after losing to Oleksandr Usyk in 2022. Unsurprisingly, Catterall’s promoter and Matchroom chief Eddie Hearn was far happier with the outcome.He posted a photo of himself smiling in the background during Arum’s tirade.Hearn captioned the image: “Call the cops he’s off his chops! “To be fair I agree with Bob, scores were too wide but no doubt the right man won! What a fight what a night!”READ MORE SUN STORIESHearn then uploaded another pic, posing alongside his winning light-welterweight.He added: “I love this game ❤️ Get up @jack_catt93 get up Chorley!”All three judges had Catterall as a comfortable winnerCredit: X @MatchroomBoxingCatterall produced another dominant performanceCredit: PA More

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      Ebanie Bridges gives her ‘baby’ Elle Brooke a kiss but fumes at ‘bulls***’ draw against Paige VanZant

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      EBANIE BRIDGES hit out at Elle Brooke’s “bulls***” draw against Paige VanZant. Brooke dropped the ex-UFC fighter in round one but VanZant rallied to claw back a draw. Elle Brooke with Ebanie Bridges after the fightCredit: @ebanie_bridgesElle Brooke dropped Paige VanZant but drew on the cardsCredit: @thedumbledongFormer world champion Bridges – a mentor and training partner of Brooke’s – was ringside in Texas. And she fumed at the decision after linking up with her boxing best friend backstage and giving her a kiss. Bridges, 37, said: “We are here with Elle. F***ing smashed it, I’m so proud of her. I think she f***ing won, I think the draw is bulls***. “They just wanna make money. They just wanna make money because they wanna see it again. Aw, my baby! You’re the best.” READ MORE IN BOXINGBoth Brooke and VanZant did agree to a rematch after the judges failed to split them over five round in Houston. VanZant, 30, said: “I said it would be a tough fight, the whole camp. I knew how tough she was, I took the fight for a reason.”I was excited, I watched her past fights, I knew it would be tough. It is what it is, it sets up the perfect rematch.”And Brooke, 26, said: “I mean it’s one of those things, you have to rewatch it because when you’re in there you’re getting hit but you’re also hitting.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I don’t think I’m experienced enough to think, ‘I’m 100 per cent winning this.’ “But because of the knockdown I can see me winning it but I’ll have to watch it back.”I was just saying to Paige, we now get a big money rematch! This is perfect.”VanZant, formerly of the UFC and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, hinted the rematch was heading for Dubai. But Misfits Boxing co-founder Mams Taylor – manager to YouTuber-turned boxer KSI – revealed it will be run back in the UK. Taylor confirmed: “We’re going to see them back in the ring in the UK. “Elle came out here on Paige’s turf now Paige is going to return the favour in the UK.”It was decided in that very ring moments after the announcement of it being a draw. They both want it. Let’s run it back.” More

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      Elle Brooke and Paige VanZant agree on ‘big money rematch’ just moments after controversial Misfits Boxing draw

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      ELLE BROOKE and Paige VanZant agreed on a “big money rematch” after fighting to a controversial draw in the Misfits Boxing ring. The pair of OnlyFans stars headlined Misfits 15 in Houston, Texas, and put on a thriller over five rounds.Elle Brooke and Paige VanZant fought to a drawBrooke, 26, got off to the perfect start by putting VanZant, 30, on the seat of her pants with a huge right hand in the opener. But ex-UFC contender VanZant used her experienced to claw back to a split-decision draw over the remaining four rounds. Both were probed on the prospect of running it back after the judges failed to split them. VanZant said: “I said it would be a tough fight, the whole camp. I knew how tough she was, I took the fight for a reason.READ MORE IN BOXING”I was excited, I watched her past fights, I knew it would be tough. It is what it is, it sets up the perfect rematch.”And Brooke said: “I mean it’s one of those things, you have to rewatch it because when you’re in there you’re getting hit but you’re also hitting.”I don’t think I’m experienced enough to think, ‘I’m 100 per cent winning this.’ “But because of the knockdown I can see me winning it, but I’ll have to watch it back.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I was just saying to Paige, we now get a big money rematch. This is perfect.”VanZant, formerly of the UFC and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, hinted the rematch was heading for Dubai. Paige VanZant would fight for free despite earning fortunes on OnlyFans as ex-UFC star makes boxing debut But Misfits Boxing co-founder Mams Taylor – manager to YouTuber-turned boxer KSI – revealed it will instead be settled in the UK. Taylor confirmed: “We’re going to see them back in the ring in the UK. “Elle came out here on Paige’s turf now Paige is going to return the favour now in the UK.”It was decided in that very ring moments after the announcement of it being a draw. They both want it. Let’s run it back.” More

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      Elle Brooke controversially DRAWS against Paige VanZant after knocking down ex-UFC star in thrilling OnlyFans battle

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      ELLE BROOKE fought to an epic draw against Paige VanZant despite scoring a big knockdown. The pair of OnlyFans stars headlined on Misfits 15 in Houston, Texas and put on a thriller over five rounds. Paige VanZant was dropped by Elle BrookeCredit: @thedumbledongBrooke, 26, got off to the perfect start by putting VanZant, 30, on the seat of her pants with a huge right hand in the opener. But ex-UFC contender VanZant used her experienced to claw back to a split-decision draw. – which was slammed by Brooke’s boxer pal Ebanie Bridges who was ringside.VanZant said afterwards: “I said it would be a tough fight, the whole camp. I knew how tough she was, I took the fight for a reason.”I was excited, I watched her past fights, I knew it would be tough. It is what it is. it sets up the perfect rematch.”READ MORE IN BOXINGBrooke believed she did enough to nick a win on the cards but credited former bare-knuckle boxer VanZant for her resilience. She said: “I think I started strong but one of Paige’s best assets is she doesn’t let a bad round affect the next one. I think if anything she got stronger at the end of the fight whereas I dipped.”After being floored in round one, VanZant came out in the second and landed a big left hook, but took one in exchange.Brooke scored with a flurry of shots in the third round to leave VanZant needing to turn things around in the final four minutes. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut the American rallied back in the fourth and fifth with the busier work between the two to take the bout to the cards. And after all three judges failed to separate the pair, both called for a rematch.EXCLUSIVE: I make hundreds of thousands on OnlyFans but now I want to become a world champion after boxing changed my lifeVanZant said: “I signed a multi-fight contract for a reason, so yeah it looks like we’re going to do it one more time in Dubai, it sounds like.”And Brooke added: “I mean it’s one of those things, you have to rewatch it because when you’re in there you’re getting hit but you’re also hitting.”I don’t think I’m experienced enough to think, ‘I’m 100 per cent winning this.’ “But because of the knockdown I can see me winning it but I’ll have to watch it back.”I was just saying to Paige, we now we get a big money rematch! This is perfect.”Misfits Boxing co-founder Mams Taylor – manager to YouTuber-turned boxer KSI – revealed the rematch will be run back in the UK, not Dubai, as VanZant believed.Taylor confirmed: “We’re going to see them back in the ring in the UK. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Elle came out here on Paige’s turf, now Paige is going to return the favour in the UK.”It was decided in that very ring moments after the announcement of it being a draw. They both want it. Let’s run it back.” More

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      Jack Catterall gets his ultimate revenge for contentious earlier defeat by outpointing Josh Taylor in thrilling rematch

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      JACK CATTERALL got magnificent rematch revenge over Josh Taylor after two painful years of waiting.A ridiculous 819 days since their first clash ended in a controversial split decision for the 33-year-old Prestonpans man, they reran the super-lightweight action and the right man finally won.Jack Catterall celebrates his points victory over Josh TaylorCredit: ReutersThere was no love lost in the ring between Catterall and TaylorCredit: ReutersCatterall dominated his fight against TaylorChorley’s 30-year-old Catterall was robbed of undisputed glory that night and the two years that have passed cost Taylor all the belts, so only bragging rights were on the line.But the judges finally settled the score the right way, with cards of: 117-111, 117-11 and 116-113.Catterall started with a precise one-two and plenty of southpaw jabs, the Tartan Tornado targeted his enemy’s body but lost the opener.There was a horrible clash of heads in the second when both lefties crossed paths and bumped skulls but thankfully no cuts opened up. Then El Gato Catterall landed a peach of a left hand and Taylor lost another stanza.Read more boxing newsTaylor won the third with a spiteful left hand that buzzed Catterall for the first time in their two meetings.Round four was tight but a rapid combination from Catterall right at the end would have caught the judges’ eyes.Catterall’s right-hand jab was superb in the fifth, peppering Taylor’s undefended face from all sorts of angles and Taylor was battered into the ropes by another excellent volley right on the bell.Taylor was schooled throughout the sixth too, his corner had utterly no answer to the clinic Catterall was putting on for the Leeds crowd.Most read in BoxingTaylor was finally tenacious in round seven, scoring with three big left hands to the head and a right hook to Catterall’s body to secure him the round.Round eight was excellent, both men shipped punishment and landed scoring shots. Catterall looked to be tiring but he could still counter. Taylor was always pushing the pace but still getting caught.Tense moment fight rivals Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall silently stare each other out in frosty final face-off before much delayed re-matchNine was also magnificent but Catterall’s last flurry right on the bell should have nicked it for him and the facial damage was far more visible on Taylor.Catterall banked round 11 by robbing Taylor of his senses with a vicious left hand, Taylor might have been stopped but the pair bundled down to the ground and he got a much-needed chance to recover.Braveheart Taylor pushed the pace throughout the final round but he was tagged by his nemesis right up until the final bell. There was no hug at the end and Catterall was fuming when Taylor celebrated early and his hopeful team listed him into the sky.After the contest, Catterall said: “It’s bittersweet because there are no world titles but I can now close the Josh Taylor chapter.”I won the fight, I took more risks this time and in the second half, in the rounds I was reserved in, I was still in control.It was sweet revenge for Catterall who avenged his controversial defeat from two years agoCredit: ReutersTaylor is pushed onto the ropes by his opponent during the thrilling contestCredit: PAThe super lightweight bout didn’t have any world titles on the lineCredit: PA”It was a long wait for the scores but I knew I had done it.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We wanted Josh at his best and that’s what we got.”We have shared 24 rounds now, said a lot of things, but it’s been nothing personal.”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS More

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      Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant LIVE RESULTS: OnlyFans stars meet for HUGE Misfits middleweight title bout – updates

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      ELLE BROOKE and Paige VanZant meet in the ring TONIGHT for a blockbuster Misfits middleweight title bout in Houston.Current MFB Women’s Middleweight champion Brooke will defend her belt against former UFC fighter and fellow OnlyFans star VanZant in a massive contest for both women.VanZant is still looking for her first win in boxing after losing her first two bouts in the sport while Elle Brooke boats an impressive record of 4-1 and most recently stopped former Love Islander AJ Bunker in January.
      Event start time: 7pm ET / 12am BST
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      Josh Taylor vs Jack Catterall 2 LIVE RESULTS: Decision El Gato in incredible BLOODY WAR in rivals grudge match – updates

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      JOSH TAYLOR and Jack Catterall fought a 12-round WAR in Leeds as their grudge match came to a brutal head.The two rivals – who had waited two years for this rematch – engaged in a thrilling, brilliant battle that swung both ways and had multiple swing rounds.But it was Catterall who got the decision, 117-111, 117-111 and 116-113, to avenge his controversial defeat in the first fight.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollow ALL the action from the First Direct Arena with our live blog below…Taylor talks of fight trilogy
      While Jack Catterall could not be drawn on the subject, Josh Taylor spoke highly of his opponent and said he would be up for a third fight.
      Catterall won the fight but still has no belts to show for it, a third fight may have those belts on the line.
      One of the big talking points will be the questionable scoring of the cards by the judges once again, they got the right result but the scores were way out.
      Copy linkCopiedCatterall sets the record books straight
      After his defeat in their first encounter, Jack Catterall got the victory he craved in Leeds this evening.
      Two of the judges had a big gap between the two fighters, which seemed way off after this close bout.
      Catterall will feel justice has been served but it has left a sour taste in the mouth of Taylor.
      Credit: Reuters
      Copy linkCopiedJack Catterall wins by unanimous decision
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 12)
      Both fighters give it their all in the final round.
      Catterall’s counter-punching has been brilliant in this entire bout.
      Taylor just kept on coming back and landed some great body shots and jabs.
      As the final bell rings, both boxers raise their fist to celebrate the win.
      Credit: PA
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 11)
      What a round for Jack Catterall.
      Josh Taylor walks onto to some big left hooks by Catterall which do seem to hurt him.
      Both fighters end up on the canvas but nothing due to a knockdown.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 10)
      Taylor needs to do a lot in these last three rounds if he wants to win.
      Otherwise, Catterall can see this fight out, having won more of the earlier rounds.
      Taylor really goes for it towards the end of the round and the bell saves Catterall once again.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 9)
      This is turning into a gruelling battle.
      Just at is seems Catterall is tiring he lands a great combination to rock Taylor but the Scot comes straight back with punches himself.
      It is a tough round to call, both fighters landed telling punches there.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 8)
      Taylor continues to flourish and seems to have a second wind now.
      On numerous occasions both fighters catch each other with big punches at the same time.
      Catterall is trying to land that big left but Taylor is landing more punches.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 7)
      Taylor has a great comeback in the seventh round.
      It seems as if Catterall is tiring and Taylor looks to take advantage.
      No doubt the Scot took that round, he dominated from start to finish.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 6)
      Taylor is boxing too tall, he needs to get down to keep him away from the jabs and left hand shots from Catterall.
      The Scot needs to start taking the fight to Catterall once again.
      As it stands, the man from Leeds looks in control of this fight.
      Credit: PA
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 5)
      Catterall is getting so much joy out of his jab and then following it up with combos.
      At one stage, Taylor looked to be struggling but he fought back well and took the fight to Catterall once again.
      Right at the end of the round, Catterall catches Taylor with a few big punches and has him on the ropes but the bell saves him.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 4)
      Big round for Jack Catterall.
      When Josh Taylor stands tall, it opens him up to the attack.
      Catterall has landed some big left hands and most definitely won that round on the card.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 3)
      Both fighters are looking to go on the offensive more now.
      Taylor catches Catterall with some good punches, who seems to be on the back foot more than his opponent.
      You can see just how much both fighters want to win this bout.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 2)
      Taylor catches with a good jab to the eye which has caused some marking to Catterall.
      As both boxers come in on the attack they clash heads and we have a brief interval as they recover.
      Catterall is leaning in with his head all the time, trying to get under the punches of Taylor.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall (Round 1)
      Catterall has a very strong first round.
      With the home fans behind him, buoyed up by the defeat in the last fight, he seems well up for this one.
      He catches Taylor with some strong jabs to the face and looks to build on it.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall
      This is the rematch we have all been waiting for.
      Jack Catterall is looking for vengence, Josh Taylor is looking to prove his superiority.
      It is an electric atmosphere in Leeds.
      Copy linkCopiedMain event looms in Leeds
      Sweet Caroline rings out across the arena.
      All of the fans join in with the song.
      The ring announcer is about to welcome the boxers to the ring.
      Copy linkCopiedJosh Taylor vs Jack Catterall
      The atmosphere in the arena in Leeds is starting to build now.
      We are waiting for the big fight now.
      Nobody can call which way this one will go.
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke vs Ellis Zorro (Round 8)
      Towards the end of the round Clarke lands a big right which rocks Zorro.
      This time he follows up and lands another three punch combo and sends him to the canvas.
      Zorro is counted out and does not seem with it as Clarke wins the belt.
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke wins by knockout
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke vs Ellis Zorro (Round 7)
      This is a frustrating fight to watch if you are a Cheavon Clarke fan.
      You know he is capable of some explosive boxing but he is just being ground down by Zorro.
      If this is going to go the distance, Zorro may need a knockout punch to win this fight.
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke vs Ellis Zorro (Round 6)
      The highlight of the round is the referee having to speak to both fighters for head collisions during clinches.
      Clarke promised so much in this fight and needs to start delivering.
      Zorro is not offering much in terms of attacking, dangerous boxing.
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke vs Ellis Zorro (Round 5)
      Zorro seems to be wearing Clarke down with all this holding.
      Clarke likes an explosive attacking style but he just cannot get it going against Zorro.
      That said, Zorro is not landing enough punches to be winning rounds.
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke vs Ellis Zorro (Round 4)
      Clarke lands a good punch to the head and it seems to rock Zorro a little.
      Cheavon Clarke is landing a lot more combos in this round.
      He needs to do this more as you can see these punches are troubling him.
      Copy linkCopiedCheavon Clarke vs Ellis Zorro (Round 3)
      Zorro is spoiling the plan for this fight for Clarke.
      He is making him miss his shots and then countering as he pulls him in towards his body.
      Clarke is started to get frustrated by the way he is taking the fight.
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