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Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams won a hard-fought unanimous decision win against Patrice Volny in their middleweight clash.
Williams started the fight on the offensive by pushing his man back with his jabs to the body. Volny maintained a high guard, forcing Williams to find a way through. The challenger was boxing on the outside, trying to avoid engaging too much. Patrice switched things up in the third round, using his jab by coming forward. A right connected for Volny in the fourth before Williams countered with a left.
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As the fight moved into the second half, it was still fairly competitive. Volny’s jab was finding more success in the seventh and eighth, as Volny was turning up the heat. Williams’ corner sensed that the momentum was changing as they urged their man to throw more. Williams started to let his hands go. He countered Volny in the ninth with a two-punch combo.
Decision
However, Volny was going nowhere. He landed a big right hand and a right uppercut before Williams connected with a left. However, Williams started to sit down on his punches from the tenth onwards, as he did enough to edge out a decision. However, the scorecards did not tell the full story: 118-110, 116-112, 115-113.
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“This is what we trained for, tough guys who come to win. I came to beat him strategically. He was very smart. I had to lean on my experience. Guys with a high guard, they have the ability to lean back, so sometimes you try to press them and they take a step back and then they can throw even bigger punches. Kevin Cunningham told me to keep pushing him back. If he hadn’t told me that, I would have lost that fight. I can’t thank my coach enough. He’s the reason I won that fight,” Williams said
Berlanga’s Stoppage
In chief support, Edgar Berlanga took just one round to stop Jonathan Gonzalez-Ortiz. Berlanga dropped his man three times with shots to the head before the referee stopped the right. It was the perfect response to Berlanga’s first loss to Canelo Alvarez in the fight before. But in truth, he will have to fight tougher opposition moving forward. He called out the big names, targeting Jermall Charlo, Caleb Plant, Jaime Munguia and Canelo for the rematch.
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— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) March 16, 2025
“Yeah, they love me from the Canelo fight. The whole staff at PBC, they love me. I sold the hell out of that fight [Canelo Alvarez], and I brought that charisma. I brought a great fight for the fans, and now I’m a veteran. I’m up there with the best. I got to go out there and perform now. Caleb Plant. We want [Jaime] Munguia. We want Jermall Charlo. Plant, you’re a b****. I got him out of there early and now I’m onto the next one,” Berlanga said
Full Card
Austin Williams def. Patrice Volny via UD (118-110, 116-112, 115-113)
Edgar Berlanga def. Jonathan Gonzalez-Ortiz via 1st-round TKO (2:31)
Omari Jones def. Alessio Mastronunzio via 2nd-round TKO (0:22)
Jamaine Ortiz def. Yomar Alamo via UD (99-91, 99-91, 98-92)
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Aaron Rodgers responds to criticism from Steelers legend Terry Bradshaw
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Important trade stalls as Maple Leafs dangle bottom-six forward
The Toronto Maple Leafs are still looking for a solution to their bottom-six surplus, and veteran forward Calle Jarnkrok remains at the center of trade discussions. However, according to The Fourth Period, trade talks surrounding the 33-year-old winger have failed to gain momentum. They write: “He has a $2.1M cap hit and owns a 10-team no-trade list. The market hasn’t been vibrant, to this point, but the Leafs will continue to dangle him.” Why can’t the Maple Leafs find a taker for Jarnkrok? Jarnkrok has quietly been on the trade block for much of the offseason, but general manager Brad Treliving has yet to find a taker. After adding several depth forwards this summer, the Leafs now face a crowded bottom six — and Jarnkrok’s age, injury history and $2.1M cap hit through 2025–26 aren’t helping his value. Since joining Toronto, Jarnkrok has appeared in only 71 games over two seasons, scoring a modest 28 points. While his defensive versatility and penalty-killing ability are assets, his declining offensive production and durability concerns have made teams wary. With training camp approaching, the Maple Leafs may be forced to keep Jarnkrok on the roster — or retain salary in a deal — if they want to create space and flexibility. Dropping his cap hit down to just over $1M would open up the market a little. Until then, the Swedish forward remains a trade candidate in limbo. This isn’t great news as moving Jarnkrok from the roster is an important item on the team’s to-do list. Treliving would like more cap space, and with Jarnkrok and David Kampf both still on the roster, it hampers the GM’s ability to do other things.
Warriors still positioning themselves for Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster
Things have largely gone cold on the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade front, but that does not mean teams are not thinking of the possibility of that changing. Tim Kawakami of the San Francisco Standard noted that the Warriors are being cautious in negotiations with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, as he could be possible trade bait if Antetokounmpo is traded by the Milwaukee Bucks. The Warriors are adamant about not giving away Kuminga for less than his full trade value, which is why his situation remains unresolved with August looming. Kuminga and the Warriors have yet to agree on a contract, and it remains unclear when the situation will be resolved. He has a $7.9 million qualifying offer on the table, and signing it would allow him to approve any trade he is involved in. If he signs a multiyear extension, he would not be eligible to be traded until January, which could complicate things if Antetokounmpo decides late in the offseason that he wants a move. Presumably, Kuminga would be a key part of any trade the Warriors make involving Antetokounmpo. However, with no market materializing, there seems to be a growing chance he could remain with the team next season. The former No. 7 overall pick averaged 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.8 steals per game last season. He appeared in 47 games, making 10 starts and averaging 24.3 minutes per game. However, he has been unable to consistently lock down a major spot in coach Steve Kerr’s rotation, which reportedly led to some tension between the two last season. Antetokounmpo, meanwhile, still seems unlikely to be traded, but teams are still going to prepare for the possibility.
This is the Weakest Spot on NY Giants' Defense
The New York Giants were forced to take a hard look in the mirror after losing a franchise-worst 14 games last season, which followed a 6-11 campaign. When they glanced at their reflection, it had become unrecognizable. Big Blue lost its identity, the same one that instilled pride in its fan base for decades. The team's defensive edge was gone. Yes, Dexter Lawrence II is arguably the best defensive tackle in the league today, and Brian Burns is a reliable contributor on the edge; however, the unit as a collective was lacking the intensity and productivity that define the franchise's best years. General Manager Joe Schoen invested a significant amount of money and draft capital to try to address that problem. The revamped depth chart paints a pretty picture, with analysts and fans alike predicting big things for the Giants' defense. There are still a couple of key question marks, though. And if they are not answered, New York will remain vulnerable against opposing offenses. Although Schoen prioritized the secondary in free agency, I believe the outside cornerback situation is the biggest weak spot at this time. Dru Phillips enjoyed a solid rookie campaign and could quickly establish himself as one of the better slot corners in the NFL, but uncertainty clouds the perimeter. Although modern quarterbacks do not let the ball rip like they used to, having someone who could prevent big plays and shut down top wide receivers is crucial. Paulson Adebo proved himself to be a ball hawk with the New Orleans Saints, and there is growing optimism that former Giants first-round draft pick Deonte Banks can keep his emotions in check and finally break out in his third season. But both of these outside CBs come with drawbacks. Will the cornerback room come through for NY Giants? New York signed Adebo to a $54 million contract, tapping him to be the lockdown corner the squad has been missing. He has found success in zone coverage, a scheme defensive coordinator Shane Bowen loves to employ. There is reason for concern, however. The 26-year-old broke his femur last October. Adebo was moving well during spring workouts and looked ready for the new season, but he could still face physical challenges during in-game action. It is only natural for a player who relies so much on his legs to struggle a bit after suffering such an injury. The Giants think the former Stanford star will shake off the rust and overcome any potential limitations. They made a hefty commitment, in large part because of what he displayed before his season-ending injury. Adebo recorded three interceptions,10 pass breakups, and 43 solo tackles in seven games for the Saints. If he can build on his 2024-25 success, the 2021 third-round draft pick could be an undeniable difference-maker. He has other elements in his game to iron out, though. Adebo finished with a sub-65 coverage grade in three of his four years in the NFL, per Pro Football Focus. Was the 80.5 mark he posted in 2023 an outlier or a sign of what he can do moving forward? The Giants better hope it is the latter. Even if the notable addition excels with his new team, it is still unclear how Banks will perform. A liability in the secondary can overshadow the overall strength of the group. Experienced and talented QBs will pick apart the weak link. Banks has to show that he is not a soft spot in this defense. He has to remind the organization why it selected him with the 24th overall pick more than two years ago. Until he does, fans are completely justified in expressing skepticism. The polarizing cornerback struggled profusely in zone and recorded a 50.3 coverage grade last season. If he cannot grasp Bowen's system in 2025, management will have a huge decision to make regarding his future with the franchise. Aside from what he does on the gridiron, Banks has to display a positive attitude. A healthy mindset will increase the likelihood of him making strides. Former third-rounder Cor'Dale Flott and rookie Korie Black will also be called upon to log meaningful snaps in the upcoming season. Still, the onus is on Paulson Adebo and Deonte Banks to combat aerial attacks. This duo must take advantage of a potentially ferocious front-seven and make plays when opportunities arise. Otherwise, the Giants' hopes of having an upgraded secondary will just be an unfulfilled promise. And that is a theme fans are sick of by now. What happens next with the NY Giants? Find out! Follow and like us on Facebook. Visit our YouTube channelfor the latest videos. Want to send a question in for our mailbag? You can do so here.
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