by Josh McCrohon @JoshMcCrohon57Round 1: DeGale throws some swift punches but slows down. DeGale hits a nice body punch but Truax shows no damage. They both exchange nice punches. Truax connects a good right hand jab to close the first round. Thoughts: It was a slow yet enjoyable first round with some great punches and makes me look forward to the 2nd round. Round Winner: James DeGale Round 2: Great round, this. Both men going for gold as expected. Thoughts: Both men switched up the scene in good fashion. Round Winner: James DeGale Round 3: I’ll admit that the stream is messing up during this round. With the parts I have seen, Truax got the upper hand this round with some solid punches out of nowhere. Thoughts: This was a really good round of boxing. Truax’s best round yet in this fight. DeGale needs to be careful... Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 4: DeGale is throwing some pretty limp punches in this round as he looks quite hurt. He does however throw better punches later as the round progresses. Truax gets great body shots in but DeGale responded with a good combo. Thoughts: This was a great round. I think this may be the start of the downfall of DeGale’s title run as I stated in the round breakdown, he looks pretty hurt. Round Winner: James DeGale Round 5: Truax takes advantage right from the get go as he notices that DeGale isn’t performing at 100%. He throws powerful punches to a blocking DeGale who has resorted desperately to blocking mode. Good right hand being thrown by DeGale but it’s all too late as the round is finished up. Thoughts: Truax did really well in this round whilst DeGale had no option but to block for the majority of the round which he attempted in a really well thought out manner. Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 6: DeGale kicks off the round once more with his blocking. Truax forces DeGale onto the ropes but they get back into the middle of the ring. It’s not too long until Truax backs DeGale into the corner once again. Thoughts: DeGale needs a miracle here, he is done for. Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 7: DeGale keeping his face blocked is smart but isn’t getting him the win. Nice clinch decision by DeGale, DeGale is slowly getting himself back out there, and boy does he need to! Thoughts: The current score in my opinion in rounds is 5-2 to Truax, it’s not looking good for the reigning champion! Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 8: DeGale hits a nice hook but is forced into blocking once again. He is still stuck in the corner with nowhere to go. Truax still the one deciding the pace of the fight. Good body shots. Thoughts: This round was good. Nothing else to say. Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 9: Both men going for it now. DeGale getting in some shots but missing a good few, Truax looking tired now. DeGale’s best round since the fourth. Thoughts: Great round but that’s now what I’m going to be talking about. Boxnation’s current score is 86-85 to DeGale which I personally disagree with strongly. Truax has been on top for the vast majority of this fight! Round Winner: James DeGale Round 10: Truax got really good punches in which clearly damaged DeGale. Truax dominating this round. DeGale’s title is in severe jeopardy at this time. Thoughts: Good combinations by Truax in this bout. Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 11: Pace has quickened but still being determined by Truax which isn’t a good sign for DeGale. The only way I see DeGale winning is due to knockout which I don’t see happening anytime soon. Thoughts: This was a great round with great punches and good combinations. Round Winner: Caleb Truax Round 12: The 12th and final round turned out great! Truax came out swinging. But it was all too little too late for DeGale! Thoughts: Truax managed to do well, DeGale did great towards the ending of the round but it was too late! Round Winner: Caleb Truax Caleb Truax Wins Via Decision to Become the New IBF Super Middleweight ChampionThoughts: This was a fantastic fight with great action. The first few rounds had DeGale out on top but something changed early on and he looked hurt. Truax dominates proceedings from there. In all honesty, I agree with the decision.
I’ve been Josh and this has been episode #1 of “The Boxing Analysis”. Do you agree with the outcome of the fight? Sound off below! Comments are closed.
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