On Saturday, October 5, Nick Ball (20-0-1, 11 KOs) efficiently defended his WBA featherweight title, defeating American Ronny Rios (34-4, 17 KOs) by tenth-round TKO. The whole Queensberry Promotions card on the M&S Financial institution in Liverpool – was proven stay on TNT Sports activities within the UK, whereas followers in the US may watch on ESPN+. Following the profitable first defence, consideration now turns to what opponent may face the Liverpudlian in his subsequent struggle. Regardless of the WBA seemingly wanting him to defend his title in opposition to Stephen Fulton, Ball spoke after the struggle and made it clear he desires unification fights.
Nick Ball Defeats Ronny Rios in Liverpool
Nick Ball Subsequent Battle: Rey Vargas Rematch
On March 8, as a part of the Knockout Chaos undercard, Nick Ball took on Rey Vargas for the Mexican fighters WBC title and after a tough first half of the struggle, the place Vargas used his attain benefit to nice impact, Ball closed the space brilliantly and clawed his approach again into the struggle with nice mixture punching, knocking the Mexican fighter down twice, with the struggle going the total 12 rounds. The decide’s scorecards learn 116-110 for Ball, 114-112 for Vargas with the ultimate card 113-113.
The Liverpudlian spoke about unification fights after the Rios win and particularly talked about the belt held by Vargas: “That inexperienced one can be good to get as a result of that needs to be mine anyway, so hopefully, get that one.”
Angelo Leo
Angelo Leo (25-1, 12 KOs) is the present IBF champion following his shock stoppage win over Luis Alberto Lopez. It was a vicious left hook that left “Venado” unable to beat the depend.
Leo is an clever fighter who used his jab brilliantly in his final struggle. Ought to he face Ball, he would want to make use of his jab to regulate the space and cease Ball from getting shut and letting his combos go. The Liverpudlian would undoubtedly relish the chance to change into a unified champion.
Rafael Espinoza
Rafael Espinoza (25-0, 21 KOs) gained the WBO title when he claimed an upset win over Robeisy Ramirez. At over 6ft tall, he would supply an ungainly puzzle for Ball to beat.
Espinoza has a excessive output and makes use of his attain to nice impact, however Ball’s expertise in opposition to Vargas can be precious to him ought to he face “El Divino.” Ball has an unimaginable engine and throws quick, correct combos, and will he get previous the attain benefit, Ball-Espinoza may present loads of fireworks.
