By: Sean Crose
Lots of unusual issues occur in boxing however it’s uncertain anybody felt IBF bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges would find yourself within the struggle of her life towards a really decided and spectacular Miyo Yoshida. Although former world titlist Yoshida was clearly a talented and disciplined fighter, it was the flashy, steamrolling Bridges who was the focus. Although followers probably anticipated strong punching and motion within the struggle, it was uncertain many felt it might be Bridges who would find yourself on the receiving finish of issues. Right from the opening bell, nonetheless, Yoshida was on the assault.
Bridges, who was a 7-1 favourite strolling in, by no means appeared to have the ability to dominate her foe. Yoshida was quicker, extra correct, and usually stronger than Bridges all through. Indeed, there have been moments within the bout the place it seemed like Bridges is likely to be really damage. She wasn’t, however she was clearly being bested within the ring all through nearly all of the bout. As for Yoshida, she simply saved bringing the struggle to the defending champion. After the tenth and final spherical, it appeared like the one manner Bridge’s may win the struggle was by means of judicial incompetence or corruption. Suffice to say, Yoshida ended up being awarded a unanimous choice win courtesy of the judges, together with the IBF bantamweight title.
