The WBC lightweight champion, Shakur Stevenson, is set to take on Artem Harutyunyan in the headline fight of tonight’s ESPN-loaded card at 8:30 p.m. ET. The event features some explosive fights and knockout highlights, with Abdullah Mason making a strong statement by obliterating Luis Lebron with a third-round TKO. Mason showcased his knockout power with a barrage of punches, culminating in a left to the body that forced the referee to stop the contest at 1:18 of the third round.
In another exciting matchup, Enid Garcia secured a surprisingly easy ten-round unanimous decision against William Foster III. Garcia’s superior boxing skills were on full display as he landed pinpoint shots, capitalizing on Foster III’s poor footwork and wild punches. The judges scored the fight 99-91, 98-92, and 98-92 in favor of Garcia.
Tonight’s event is taking place in Stevenson’s hometown at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. This home advantage could play a significant role in Stevenson’s performance, especially after his impressive last outing. The 21-0 champion will have the support of his local fans as he takes on Harutyunyan in what promises to be a thrilling showdown.
The chief support bout of the night features WBC super featherweight champion O’Shaquie Foster defending his title against #1 contender Robson Conceicao in a twelve-round battle. This matchup is expected to be a 50-50 toss-up, with Conceicao posing a serious threat to Foster’s reign. The 2016 Olympic gold medalist is determined to dethrone the champion after Foster narrowly escaped with a victory in his previous fight against Abraham Nova.
The fight night details include the location at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, with the main card starting at 8:30 p.m. ET and the main event ringwalks scheduled for approximately 11:00 p.m. ET. Viewers can catch all the action on ESPN+ and ESPN, with a lineup of undercard gems featuring Davis, Mason, and Lebron.
Abdullah Mason, touted as a future superstar in the lightweight division, will face a tough challenge in Luis Lebron in an eight-round contest. Mason’s impressive knockout record and potential as the face of boxing make him a must-watch fighter on the card. The undercard also includes 2016 Olympic silver medalist Keyshawn Davis taking on Miguel Madueno in a ten-round fight. Davis, coming off a tough performance last year, will be looking to prove himself against his powerful opponent.
Despite the anticipation surrounding the Stevenson vs. Harutyunyan main event, the undercard fights offer plenty of excitement and potential for upsets. Viewers can expect a night filled with adrenaline-pumping action and electrifying performances from some of boxing’s rising stars.