The much-anticipated bout Mark Magsayo vs Rey Vargas for the WBC Featherweight Title took place on 9th July, 2022, we take a look at the the results, winner, full fight card score highlights
In a bout that took place in San Antonio, Texas, Rey Vargas (36-0, 22 KOs) won the WBC world featherweight title by split decision over Filipino Mark Magsayo (24-1, 16 KOs). Magsayo had a better start to the first two rounds; the Filipino’s speed and accuracy hurt the challenger’s physical attributes, and the Mexican was unable to evade the flurry that were fired at him.
Mark Magsayo vs Rey Vargas Fight Winner, Full Undercard Results And Score
On Saturday, July 9, 2022, the fight took place at The Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, United States. The WBC Featherweight eliminator fight between Brandon Figueroa and Carlos Castro also featured on the same card. The main card kicked-off at 8 p.m. CDT / 9 a.m. PHST, with Magsayo vs Vargas ring walks beginning at 10:00 p.m. CDT / 11:00 a.m. PHST. The fight between Magsayo vs Vargas was a 12-round Heavyweight Division match with the WBC Featherweight title at stake.
When Mark Magsayo faced former 122-pound champion Rey Vargas on Saturday, he aimed to make the first defence of his WBC featherweight title. There have been comparisons between Magsayo and Manny Pacquiao but Vargas dodged his jabs and delivered heavy blows because he had different ideas. In the ninth round, Vargas just avoided being knocked out and appeared to be losing the fight. But in the final two rounds, he switched back to the jab and defeated Magsayo by split decision (113-114, 115-112, 115-112) to win the WBC featherweight title.
Full Fight Card Results
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- Mark Magsayo lost against Rey Vargas: For Magsayo’s WBC Featherweight title
- Brandon Figueroa defeated Carlos Castro in a WBC Featherweight eliminator
- Frank Martin won against Ricardo Nunez: Lightweight
Mark Magsayo vs Rey Vargas Match Events & How it Unfolded?
Vargas and Magsayo were trading hard shots in the opening stages, with the former winning the battles. Vargas recognised Magsayo beginning in the third round. He started hammering the jab at will while taking advantage of his four-inch reach advantage, which created the opportunity to start pounding the body. Magsayo appeared to be worn out from the shots; he appeared to be suffering.
Vargas delivered an uppercut during their inside fight in the ninth round, but Magsayo reacted with a powerful right hand to knock Vargas to the ground. Vargas managed to get up again but was vulnerable because of his wobbly legs. In the eleventh round, Magsayo was unable to profit. Rather than applying pressure, he let Vargas off the hook.
Vargas (36-0, 22 KOs) just needed that, switching back to his jab to finish the fight and claim a two-division world championship. It is Magsayo’s first defeat in 25 matches.
Mark Magsayo vs Rey Vargas Post-match Reactions and Next Fight for Vargas
Vargas said when asked what he would do next, “Either a unification or Leo Santa Cruz.” Santa Cruz, who still ridiculously owns the WBA featherweight championship, would be a unification. At some point, Vargas will also receive a WBC directive to challenge Brandon Figueroa. Vargas stopped by to greet Magsayo and his trainer Freddie Roach. Magsayo responded by saying he would watch the rematch and then head back to the gym to return.
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