The Pay-Per-View event Paul vs Diaz was an absolute spectacle from beginning to end. The main event saw Jake Paul secure his 7th professional boxing win with a unanimous decision over combat sports legend, Nate Diaz. The American Airlines Center was packed to capacity, and the crowd erupted as each MVP fighter emerged victorious.
The iconic seven-weight boxing world champion and undisputed featherweight world champion Amanda “Real Deal” Serrano, another MVP fighter, successfully defended her title against Heather Hardy. The electrifying evening featured several gripping matches, and each bout was a testament to the sheer talent of the participating boxers.
Paul and Diaz’s long-standing rivalry culminated in an intense 10-round showdown. Diaz was floored early in the fight with a powerful left hook from Paul. The two 185 lb fighters exchanged a series of fierce blows, but Paul, showcasing his growing skills and tactical boxing, emerged victorious (97-92, 98-91, 98-91). This fight marked Diaz’s first professional boxing bout, and he commendably managed to take Paul the full distance.
Meanwhile, Amanda Serrano defended her title in a blood-soaked, 10 round battle against former WBO featherweight title holder, Heather Hardy. The fight concluded in Serrano’s favor with a unanimous decision (99-91, 100-90, 100-90). While both women expressed their mutual respect and shared a heartfelt moment after the fight, they were all business in the ring.
In another stunning bout, RFI’s Chris Avila handed Jeremy “Lil Heathen” Stephens his first professional loss, winning by unanimous decision (59-55, 59-55, 60-54) in a fight between the two super middleweight combat sports veterans.
Undefeated lightweight H2O Sylve brought the house down, knocking out experienced veteran William “Baby Face” Dos Santos Silva in the fourth round. The rising star has already earned the title of ESPN Ringside’s 2022 prospect of the year and his performance tonight further solidified his standing.
Super middleweight powerhouse, Shadasia “The Sweet Terminator” Green, and Alan Sanchez were also among the victorious MVP fighters, defeating their respective opponents in heated matches.
