Joe Cordina comfortably beat Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz, as you can follow what happened with round-by-round updates.
Cordina moved up to 135 pounds after losing his IBF Super Featherweight title to Anthony Cacace in his previous fight. His anticipated fight with Shakur Stevenson fell through due to Stevenson’s hand injury, leading Cordina to pursue this bout. Cordina had expressed his ambition to become a two-weight world champion, making this fight crucial for his career trajectory.
Quiroz entered the fight with a record of 17 wins and 1 loss, with an impressive 13 of those wins coming by knockout. His sole defeat was against Hector Garcia Dolores in 2021. Since that loss, Quiroz had been on a strong run, securing five consecutive knockout victories. Here is how the fight played out.
Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 1: Cordina's already putting on a masterclass! He's landing hard shots, including a NASTY overhand right to Gonzalez's chin Gonzalez is missing a lot, while Cordina is showcasing brilliant combinations and a powerful left hook.
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right hand from Joe Cordina in the first#CatterallEubank | Live NOW on DAZN pic.twitter.com/oWFqAXkgWQ
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Cordina vs. Gonzalez – Round 2
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Gonzalez started strong with a double left, but Cordina quickly regained control, expertly closing the distance despite Gonzalez's attempts to hold. Cordina showed off his versatility with a double left of his own, and they traded body shots.
The…
Cordina vs. Gonzalez – Round 3
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Cordina landed a slick left hook on the inside with perfect timing, shutting down Gonzalez's attempts to retaliate. This round was a bit slower, but Cordina's constant motion and crispness kept Gonzalez from unleashing his offense.
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Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 4: Jabs landing for Cordina, while Gonzalez fires back with combos! Lots of clinching and dirty boxing in this round, keeping the referee busy. Both men trading heavy body shots! This one's getting gritty!
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Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 5: WHAT A ROUND! Gonzalez came out firing with a great combo, backing Cordina to the ropes! But Cordina responded, upping his tempo with a right hand and body shot. Just when Cordina landed a terrific hook, Gonzalez unleashed a flurry…
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Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 6: Cordina's likely ahead on points, but Gonzalez is still bringing the fight! The Mexican is hunting for uppercuts, while Cordina is doing some great work on the inside. Cordina's left hand is active, and he just landed a clean…
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Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 7: BOOM! Cordina's left hook from the backfoot is pure brilliance, constantly catching Gonzalez! Cordina landed a hard right to the body, and though Gonzalez fired back, it seems Cordina was just off balance.
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Then, in the final…
Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 8: This round is a BODY SHOT BATTLE! Cordina is on the front foot, relentlessly attacking Gonzalez's midsection! Lots of clinching and breaking, but Cordina keeps finding his jab and landing more punishing body shots, forcing Gonzalez…
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Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 9: Cordina landed a sweet counter uppercut and continues to find success with that counter left hook all night! But Gonzalez is still firing back with flurries! It feels like Cordina might be coasting a bit, but he just unleashed a…
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Joe Cordina vs. Jaret Gonzalez – Round 10: Gonzalez opens with a short left hook and a combo on the inside. Cordina answers with a pair of hooks to the head and body, plus a stinging straight left! Gonzalez fires back, but Cordina's guard holds strong.
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Into the final…
Joe Cordina wins! He takes a comfortable unanimous decision (100-90, 99-91, 98-92) over Jaret Gonzalez to claim the WBO Global lightweight title! A strong comeback performance for Cordina https://t.co/q73SftHl4q
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