Berto thrashes Rodriguez for WBC strap

22/06/2008

Berto thrashes Rodriguez for WBC strap

Andre Berto KO7 Miguel Angel Rodriguez: Andre Berto won virtually every second of every round as his speed and combination punching proved to be far too much for the highly rated Rodriguez. In round seven Berto floored Rodriguez with a gorgeous uppercut that ended the fights for all intents and purposes. Rodriguez did make it to his feet, but offered little in return before the referee was forced to stop the fight. Source: HBO

Chris Arreola WDQ3 over Chazz Witherspoon: Chris Arreola cotinue to work his way towards a title shot as he impressively landed multiple bombs on previously undefeated Chazz Witherspoon. The end did not come without controversy though. Arreola dropped Witherspoon twice in round three, the second knockdown occured at the bell, which had rung before the ref began his count. Witherspoon made it to his feet by the count of eight, but was erroneously disqualified when his cornerman were on the ring apron after the refs count was over. Arreola would have likely won the fight anyway, but Witherspoon deserved another round. Source: HBO