In a disappointing turn of events, EBU middleweight champion Tyler Denny retained his title after a fifth-round technical decision victory over Felix Cash. The fight took place at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham, England. The contest was stopped in the fifth round on the advice of the ringside doctor due to a cut over Cash’s right eye. The judges scored it 49-46, 49-47, and 49-47 in favor of Denny.
Cash had been hurt in the previous round from a left hook by Denny, and it was evident that he was in bad shape in the fifth round. It became clear that Cash wasn’t going to make it the full 12 rounds due to his cut and the overall level of fatigue he was displaying. Cash’s two-year layoff seemed to have a significant impact on his performance, and it appeared that he wasn’t ready to face an opponent of Denny’s caliber.
Although Cash had moments of success in the first three rounds, landing some significant shots, Denny’s speed and high activity level proved to be too much for him to handle. Denny seemed to be just getting started as the fight progressed, displaying more energy and wearing down his opponent with clean shots to the head and body. Cash, on the other hand, appeared tired and lacked the sharpness he had at the beginning of the fight.
Promoter Eddie Hearn expressed his thoughts on Cash’s performance, highlighting the challenges Cash faced after his long layoff. Hearn mentioned that Cash looked rusty early in the fight, with his footwork and jab not up to par. As the fight progressed, Cash showed some improvement in movement but ultimately couldn’t match Denny’s level of fitness and conditioning. The cut over Cash’s eye further added to his woes, leading to the fight’s premature ending.
Overall, the fight between Tyler Denny and Felix Cash showcased the importance of consistent training and preparation in the world of boxing. Cash’s comeback after a long hiatus proved to be a tough endeavor, highlighting the unforgiving nature of the sport. Tyler Denny’s victory demonstrated the significance of staying in top form and being ready to face any challenge that comes your way in the ring.