Boxing Results: Patrice Volney Stuns Steven Butler in Montreal Showdown!
In a thrilling night of boxing in Montreal, Patrice Volney delivered a stunning performance, stopping Steven Butler in the ninth round to claim the WBC Francophone title. This victory marks a significant milestone in Volney’s career and a setback for Butler, who had high hopes of continuing his winning streak.
1. Volney’s Late Surge Secures Victory In the main event, Steven Butler, with a record of 34-5-1 (28 KOs), started strong but was ultimately overpowered by Patrice Volney, who now boasts a 19-1 (13 KOs) record. The fight was intense, with both fighters showing their skills, but Volney’s resilience and strategy paid off in the end. At 2:40 of the ninth round, the referee stopped the fight, declaring Volney the winner and new WBC Francophone champion.
2. Early Rounds: Butler’s Aggression vs. Volney’s Precision The first round saw Butler controlling the pace until Volney landed a flurry of punches in the final seconds, possibly stealing the round. Volney’s effective jab in the second round kept Butler at bay, making it a close contest. The third and fourth rounds were a back-and-forth battle, with Volney rocking Butler with a right uppercut towards the end of the fourth round.
3. Mid-Fight Struggle: Both Fighters Dig Deep In the fifth round, Butler’s relentless aggression earned him a warning from Referee Alain Villeneuve for pushing. Despite this, he landed a solid right to Volney’s chin, keeping the round competitive. The sixth round saw Volney finishing stronger, a trend that continued into the seventh, where Butler was again warned for using his forearm.
4. Volney’s Dominance and Butler’s Desperation The eighth round was marked by Volney’s dominance, although Butler landed a low blow at the bell, adding to the drama. By the ninth round, Butler was in trouble, holding on multiple times as Volney unleashed a series of unanswered punches. The referee’s decision to stop the fight, though controversial, underscored Volney’s control.
5. Co-Main Event: Osleys Iglesias Shines In the co-main event, IBO World super middleweight champion Osleys Iglesias of Cuba knocked out Evgeny Shvedenko of Russia in the first round. Iglesias’s lead right hook ended the fight at 2:48, maintaining his undefeated record of 11-0 (10 KOs).
6. Arthur ‘The Wolf’ Biyarslanov Impresses Southpaw Olympian Arthur ‘The Wolf’ Biyarslanov continued his winning streak by knocking out Elias Mauricio Haedo in the fourth round for the vacant NABF Super Lightweight title. Biyarslanov’s body shot ended the bout at 2:59, bringing his record to 15-0 (13 KOs).
7. Shamil Khataev vs. Ramadan Hiseni Ends in Draw In a closely contested bout, middleweight Shamil Khataev of Russia drew with Ramadan Hiseni of Switzerland over ten rounds. Both fighters displayed impressive skills, leading to a well-deserved draw.
8. Jhon Orobio’s Early Knockout Colombian lightweight Jhon Orobio delivered a swift knockout against Jose de Leon Jasso of Mexico in just two rounds. This victory keeps Orobio’s record perfect at 10-0 (9 KOs).
9. Fight Highlights and Analysis The night was filled with electrifying performances and dramatic finishes. Volney’s strategic fighting and Butler’s aggressive tactics made for an unforgettable main event. The co-main event showcased Iglesias’s power and precision, while Biyarslanov’s knockout reaffirmed his status as a rising star.
10. Looking Ahead: Future Matchups and Expectations With Volney’s victory over Butler, fans eagerly await his next move. Will Butler bounce back from this defeat? The night’s results also set the stage for potential future showdowns involving Iglesias and Biyarslanov, who both delivered spectacular performances.