Keith Thurman vs. Diego Chaves
“KNOCKOUT KINGS II,” featured former Two-Time Welterweight World Champion Andre Berto facing tough Mexican veteran contender Jesus Soto Karass. Soto-Karass pulled out the huge upset with a late TKO victory over an injured Berto.
In the 12-round co-featured attractions, Weslaco, Texas’ undefeated rising star Omar Figueroa Jr. squared off against Japan’s Nihito Arakawa for the vacant WBC Interim Lightweight World Championship, earning a hard-fought decision in a Fight of the Year Candidate. Additionally, undefeated power- puncher Diego Chaves faced fellow unbeaten knockout artist Keith Thurman, with Thurman pulling out a big stoppage victory in a tough battle.
If you haven’t seen the card yet, it’s definitely one you’ll want to see in the replays. A great knockout, a brutal battle, and a big upset.
