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19/04/2008
Evans Ashira KO6 Mamadou Thiam... Evans “The African Warrior” Ashira (29-3, 15 KOs) knocked out former European champion Mamadou Thiam (42-7, 39 KOs) in round six on Saturday in Frederiksund, Denmark. Ashira, who once lasted twelve hard rounds with Joe Calzaghe at super middleweight, is now back at his natural weight of 154. The fight started on even terms with both fighters having their share of success, and with the Danish-based Kenyan experiencing some difficulties in establishing his rhythm. As the rounds progressed, Ashira started taking over and applied increased pressure on Thiam. From round four it was apparent that the Frenchman was getting less and less dangerous. The end came at 1:05 of the sixth, when Ashira pinned Thiam against the ropes and connected with hard body shots before going to the head and landing two left hooks which send Thiam down for the full count. source: risum boxing press release
