Witness the explosive performance of 25-year-old Filipino boxing sensation, Mark Magsayo, as he dismantles Pablo Cruz in a thrilling four-round showdown, maintaining his pristine record and positioning himself for a potential championship opportunity.
Magsayo's technical knockout victory came in the fourth round when referee John Callas halted the contest after Cruz hit the canvas for the third time during their intense 10-round featherweight battle at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut.
In a display of sheer power and skill, Magsayo sent Cruz crashing down with a solid right straight, sealing his 22nd consecutive victory, with 15 of those wins coming by knockout. This triumph marks Magsayo's second consecutive win under the guidance of Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach, following his hard-fought split decision victory over Rigoberto Hermosillo last October.
With this impressive performance, Magsayo sets his sights on a title fight by the end of the year or in 2022, targeting champions such as Emanuel Navarrete (WBO), Leo Santa Cruz (WBA), and Gary Russell Jr (WBC).
From the outset, Magsayo unleashed his power, flooring Cruz in the second round and then delivering a punishing combination and a massive left hook that sent the American down for the second time in the third round.
It was a decisive victory for Magsayo, who showcased his dominance in the ring and solidified his status as a rising star in the featherweight division. Cruz's record now stands at 21 wins, 4 losses, with 6 knockouts, following this electrifying encounter with the Filipino powerhouse.
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