Nonito Donaire vs Andres Campos Results: Technical Decision Breakdown and Round-by-Round Recap

Fight Narrative: How Donaire Controlled the Action

Analysis based on official fight report and judges’ scorecards

Rounds 1-3

• Donaire established control using his 68″ reach advantage
• Campos showed early aggression but struggled to land clean shots
• Donaire’s experience edge evident in ring generalship

Round 4

• Pivotal moment: Donaire landed flush left hooks that visibly affected Campos
• Judges awarded round clearly to Donaire

Rounds 5-6

• Donaire intensified pressure to the body
• Campos’ movement appeared slowed by Donaire’s sustained attack

Round 7

• Campos’ most competitive round: Landed right hands that bloodied Donaire’s nose
• Only round Campos won on all three judges’ scorecards

Round 9

• Fight-altering moment: Accidental head clash at 0:48 caused severe cut over Donaire’s right eye
• Doctor halted bout due to impaired vision
• Judges’ scorecards revealed Donaire’s dominance (87-84, 87-84, 88-83)

Key Takeaways: What the Result Reveals

1. Experience Prevails: Donaire’s ring IQ neutralized Campos’ youthful aggression
2. Cut Concerns: The head clash injury recalled Donaire’s 2019 bout with Inoue where he fought with vision issues
3. Scorecard Dominance: Campos won only 2 rounds on all cards (Rounds 2 and 7)
4. Comeback Complete: Donaire ended his two-fight losing streak in impressive fashion

Fight Breakdown: Critical Moments

Donaire’s Successful Return

• Overcame 24-month ring absence with measured performance
• Used reach advantage to control distance effectively
• Demonstrated improved defense from previous losses

The Decisive Head Clash

• Occurred when Campos lunged inside carelessly
• Caused deep gash that immediately impaired Donaire’s vision
• Doctor’s stoppage prevented further damage

Campos’ Missed Opportunity

• Failed to capitalize on Donaire’s early-round caution
• Couldn’t maintain Round 7 momentum
• Head clash cost potential late-round rally chance

What’s Next for the Fighters?

Nonito Donaire

• Mandated to face winner of Vargas vs. Higa (July 30, Japan)
• Potential unification bout against Inoue-Tapales winner
• Must address cut vulnerability affecting recent fights

Andres Campos

• Needs technical development against regional competition
• Could target South American title holders
• Must prove he can compete at championship level

Post-Fight FAQs

Who won Donaire vs Campos?

Nonito Donaire won by technical decision after 9 rounds.

Was there a knockout?

No. The fight was stopped due to an accidental head clash causing a severe cut.

How did the judges score the fight?

Scores were 88-83, 87-84, 87-84 – all for Donaire.

What title was at stake?

The vacant WBA interim bantamweight championship.

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