The much-anticipated bout Maxi Hughes vs Kid Galahad culminated with an unanimous decision win for reigning champion Maxi Hughes on 24th September, 2022, know the full undercard results and purse
Maxi Hughes’ incredible streak of form continues as he defeated Kid Galahad in Nottingham by a majority points decision. Although neither boxer could establish any domination, the battle was tense the entire time. After 12 competitive rounds, Hughes was given the victory with scores of 117-111, 114-113, and 114-114.
Maxi Hughes vs Kid Galahad Purse, Payouts, Winner, Full Fight Card Results And Boxing Match Highlights
Since the match between Hughes and Galahad was elevated to main-event status in Nottingham, both boxers are expected to bag a higher PPV amount. The exact earnings of each boxer from this match hasn’t been revealed yet but Hughes, who fought as the champion is expected to bag a higher portion of fight purse.
On September 24, 2022, the event was slated to take place at Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham. The main card of the event kicked-off at 7:00 PM BST (2:00 PM ET), while Hughes vs Galahad ring-walks began at 10:00 PM BST (5:00 PM ET). Maxi Hughes and Kid Galahad engaged in a 12-round lightweight bout in Nottingham, with the IBO Lightweight title on the line. The co-main event featuring Hannah Rankin vs Terri Harper with WBA Women’s Super Welterweight title at stake was another exciting fight at the event.
To defend his IBO lightweight title, Maxi Hughes squared-off against Kid Galahad in a lightweight division fight on Saturday night. After 12 rounds, the British fighter prevailed after a tussle by majority decision. Galahad’s chances were dashed by a point deduction for head contact in the 10th round, while Hughes suffered cut above his left eye in the 11th round.
Full Fight Card
- Maxi Hughes defeated Kid Galahad: Lightweight
- Hannah Rankin lost against Terri Harper: WBA women’s super welterweight title
- Solomon Dacres defeated Dominic Akinlade: Heavyweight
- Cheavon Clarke won against Marcos Nicolas Karalitzky: Cruiserweight
Maxi Hughes vs Kid Galahad Match Events & How it Unfolded?
Throughout the third round, Galahad alternated between his orthodox and southpaw stances, succeeding on both. The entire battle, Hughes—fighting from his standard southpaw stance—fought behind a high guard, constantly moving his upper body but rarely getting a chance to let his hands go. In rounds four and five, there was little movement as both boxers pawed their respective jabs. With a direct left hand in round six, Yorkshire’s Hughes cranked up the pace. Galahad maintained his composure, deflecting the strike and deftly boxing out of a traditional position.
At the start of round nine, the pace appeared to quicken. Hughes released his grips at the suggestion of his corner, to which Galahad retaliated by tightening his grip even further. Hughes became more active as a result of the tactic whenever Galahad attempted to encircle the 32-year-old southpaw. Galahad wore down referee McDonnell, who early in round 10 docked the former champion a point for leading with his head. Galahad was forced to calm down and box cleanly as a result of the mistake since Hughes was unable to take advantage of what could have been a two-point round at a vital juncture in the fight.
In the twelfth and final round of the main event, both competitors battled aggressively. While Galahad was hunting, Hughes was continually on the go. Hughes’ punches frequently missed Galahad, who parried them back with his jab and the occasional right hand. As the two embraced at the final bell while agonising over the outcome, neither boxer was able to land anything significant or substantial in the closing rounds.
Maxi Hughes vs Kid Galahad Post-match Reactions & Next Fight for Hughes
Hughes won his seventh game in a row, which helped him improve his record. He was originally told to be ready for a potential matchup with undefeated lightweight contender Ryan Garcia, which is how the fight came about. Prior to moving on to the possible bout, Hughes made the call to the Brit more as a backup plan. Hughes will now advance toward a meaningful bout at 135 pounds, but Galahad may face a difficult path to recovery after suffering a second straight defeat.
Hughes and Eddie Hearn, the head of Matchroom Boxing, both expressed a strong desire to seek a lucrative match in the United States following Saturday’s triumph. It’s a brave new world for Maxi Hughes out there in a division brimming with vibrant talent like Devin Haney, Vasiliy Lomachenko, Gervonta Davis, and Ryan Davis.
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