Armando Resendiz pulled off a significant upset by defeating former world champion Caleb Plant via split decision to secure the interim WBA super middleweight title at Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas. The fight, decided by two judges scoring 116-112 for Resendiz and one judge scoring 115-113 for Plant, highlighted Resendiz's aggressive style, as he outworked and outlanded Plant throughout the match. This loss marked Plant's second consecutive defeat and third in his last five fights, while Resendiz's performance showcased his belief and determination, with intentions to face any challenger moving forward.
“I knew that everybody was going to be against me, because on paper of course he was the favorite, Resendiz said. But I believed in myself.”
“I knew I was going to win, Resendiz said. I didn't worry at all. I knew it was going to be a tough fight and we gave them a great fight.”
“It felt like I was in control enough and using the whole ring...but the judges saw it the other way,” Plant said.
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