Ghanaian boxer John Laryea was disqualified in his WBA Featherweight title eliminator against Maximilliano Robledo in Buenos Aires on Saturday night. This defeat marked Laryea's first loss in 18 fights.
Disqualification Costs Laryea Title Bid
Laryea's resolve was broken in the third round when he walked into a right hook and landed on the canvas. He recovered briefly, only to be sent to the canvas again in the fifth round. Robledo's relentless pressure forced Laryea to resort to low blows, which eventually led to his disqualification.
Laryea had already been docked a point in the ninth round for a similar offense before he was disqualified. The low blows, including a left hook, sealed his fate, and referee Janny Guzman had no choice but to disqualify Laryea. This marked the end of Laryea's title bid.
A Tough Night for Laryea in Buenos Aires
Laryea started the bout well, frustrating Robledo with his movements and occasionally landing power punches. However, he couldn't sustain his momentum, and Robledo's superior skill and home crowd support ultimately proved too much for him. Laryea's legs could not support him as he was knocked down in the third, fourth, and fifth rounds.
What's Next for Laryea and Robledo
Victory for Robledo (14-1-0-6, WBAF3) means the Argentine will now face the winner of Figueroa-Kameda for a shot at the title. This win marked a significant milestone in Robledo's career, and he will be looking to capitalize on this momentum. Laryea, on the other hand, will need to regroup and reassess his strategy after this disappointing defeat.
Source: Joy Online
