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British Boxer John Ryder Suffers Defeat Against Jaime Munguia
British boxer John Ryder faced a tough defeat on Saturday night when he took on Jaime Munguia in a super middleweight clash in Phoenix, Arizona.
Munguia, the former world champion, dominated the fight by dropping Ryder four times, ultimately leading to a stoppage in the ninth round. The action started slowly in the first round, with both fighters picking their spots. However, as the match progressed, Munguia started connecting better and displaying his superior skills.
In the second round, Munguia sent Ryder down to the mat with a powerful combination. Although Ryder fought back with counters, Munguia continued his assault until the end of the round. Throughout the fight, Ryder tried to counter effectively, but Munguia’s strength and determination proved too much for the British boxer.
By the fourth round, Munguia scored a flash knockdown, solidifying his dominance in the ring. Despite Ryder’s perseverance and moments of success, Munguia remained persistent, constantly pressing and forcing Ryder to be on the move.
The fifth round saw Munguia come out firing, looking for a brawl. Although Ryder managed to land some good shots, Munguia’s punches were more damaging. As the match progressed, Ryder began employing better boxing techniques, causing the pace to slow down.
In the seventh round, both fighters had their spells of success. Ryder’s counters connected, but Munguia’s ability to withstand the punches allowed him to maintain control. However, in the eighth round, Munguia intensified the tempo and unleashed a flurry of punches, overwhelming Ryder. Despite Ryder retaliating with a big right hand, Munguia proved relentless.
In the ninth round, Munguia landed a devastating overhand right that sent Ryder down for the third time. Munguia capitalized on this opportunity, delivering more punishment, and causing Ryder to hit the canvas for the fourth time. Unable to recover, Ryder’s corner decided to stop the fight.
Munguia’s victory keeps him undefeated with an impressive record of 43 wins and 34 knockouts. On the other hand, Ryder faces a challenging decision about his future in the ring. At 35 years old and with back-to-back defeats, including this difficult loss, Ryder may contemplate his boxing career.
After the fight, Munguia expressed his gratitude to the crowd in Phoenix, Arizona. He plans on celebrating, resting, and spending time with his family before his next bout.