The tenth round was a slugfest. Both fighters planted their feet and started swinging. Both fighters wanted to close the show and you could see that. Both fighters were throwing with bad intentions and both fighters had their moments in the round. 20 seconds to go Luis landed a devastating right hand but both Redkach and Luis absorbed each other’s punches well.
Redkach to dig deep for the win and they both showed they are world class fighters. Luis was visibly upset after losing a fight that should have been scored closer or could have been a draw. This performance will still elevate the stature of Tony Luis. Questions of his toughness and skill level against a tough hard punching lightweight have been answered. BTB
Judge Gerald Deming scored 99-90, Teressa Mullens scored 97-92, Mack Thornton scored 97-93 all for a unanimous decision victory for Redkach. Luis forced
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