Callum Walsh had one clear objective: to demonstrate his ability against Fernando Vargas Jr . and solidify his position as a leading contender in TKO’s Zuffa Boxing division. The Irish southpaw maintained his perfect record, yet on such a grand stage, he fell short of providing the thrilling experience that supporters were eagerly anticipating. His careful, strategic style resulted in a sense of disappointment among the audience.

Earlier, promoter Tom Loeffler, however, saw it differently, calling Walsh-Vargas Jr. exactly the type of fight Turki Alalshikh envisioned for the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford undercard. “You have two young, undefeated, hungry, exciting boxers fighting each other. That’s what boxing needs. Boxing needs these types of fights for the fans. This is wha

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