🥊 KO in Haikou! China's boxing sensation, Yang Yongqiang, just did the unthinkable! On a thrilling Saturday night in Haikou, Yang clinched the WBO inter-continental lightweight title, defeating Kazakhstan's Ablaykhan Khusainov in an epic showdown. 🎉
Entering the ring with a flawless record of 16 wins (12 by knockout), Yang was the hometown hero everyone was rooting for. Khusainov, boasting a 13-1 record, was no easy opponent. The atmosphere was electric as the two titans squared off. ⚡
Yang started off cautiously but quickly shifted gears, showcasing lightning-fast jabs and footwork that would make any dancer jealous! 💃 Khusainov tried to apply pressure with aggressive combos, but Yang's defense was on point, and he countered like a pro. 🛡️
By the eighth round, the gloves were off (figuratively, of course)! Both fighters traded heavy blows, but Yang's relentless strategy kept him ahead. After 12 intense rounds, the judges gave a unanimous decision: Yang Yongqiang is the new champion! 🏆
\"I hope Chinese boxing can develop in all areas,\" Yang said humbly after his victory. \"I also hope our current fighters, like Zhang Zhilei and Xu Can, can achieve great results on the international stage as soon as possible. We have a heavy task ahead, so I will reflect on my shortcomings and work on improving.\" 🙏
But the night wasn't over! In the WBO oriental flyweight title match, China's Lyu Bin faced off against undefeated Filipino fighter Vencent Lacar. Despite Lyu's best efforts and the crowd's support, Lacar's height, reach, and speed gave him the edge. After 10 grueling rounds, Lacar took the title by split decision. 🥊
This event was more than just boxing; it was a showcase of determination, skill, and the rising talent in Asian boxing. 🌏 Can't wait to see what's next for these fighters! 👀
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China's Yang claims WBO inter-continental lightweight title in Haikou
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