Subkhankulov Stops Usmonov In IBF Eliminator For # 2 spot
Artur Subkhankulov made a strong start, taking control of the early rounds with sharp right hooks and straight left hands from his southpaw stance, consistently finding a home against Bakhudor Usmonov. The bout settled into a more competitive rhythm through the middle rounds, with both fighters having their moments.
Subkhankulov reasserted his dominance in the 10th round, increasing the tempo and dropping Usmonov twice—first with a well-timed right hook, then with a clean straight left. Despite the punishment, Usmonov showed tremendous resilience to make it to the bell.
The 11th round saw more punishing exchanges, with Subkhankulov scoring another knockdown, this time with a powerful hook that further widened the gap on the scorecards.
Usmonov’s courage was evident in the 12th as he continued to press forward, but he was ultimately outmatched. Subkhankulov scored a fourth knockdown of the fight, leaving Usmonov on unsteady legs. Although he rose again, the referee deemed him unable to continue and waved the bout off.
With the stoppage victory, Subkhankulov secured the coveted #2 spot in the IBF lightweight rankings.
The post Subkhankulov Stops Usmonov In IBF Eliminator For # 2 spot appeared first on FightNews.