DEONTAY WILDER VS. LUIS ORTIZ II
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Date / Location: Nov. 23, 2019 / Las Vegas
Result of first fight: Wilder TKO 10
Result of rematch: Wilder KO 7
Background: A wounded Wilder came within one or two hard punches from being knocked out by Ortiz in a harrowing seventh round before he turned the tables and stopped the talented Cuban in Round 10 in March of last year. The close call and Oritz’s obvious ability – as well as the 40-year-old’s new fitness regimen – added intrigue to the rematch. A slimmed down Oritz moved and boxed well for six-plus rounds, building a 59-55, 59-55 and 58-56 lead on the official cards. The possibility of a major upset was in the air at the MGM Grand. Wilder was merely biding his time, though, measuring Ortiz, subtly maneuvering him into a position where he could land his monstrous right hand. Then BAM! Fight over in an instant.
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