The WBA’s annual “KO to Drugs” event took place at Casino Buenos Aires in Argentina, delivering surprising results and impressive victories by the anticipated winners. In the headline fight, Giovanni Scuderi maintained his undefeated record of 11-0 by securing a fifth-round knockout triumph over Jairo Suarez in a heavyweight contest. Using his height and reach advantage effectively, Scuderi dominated the match and landed a decisive punch to seal his win.
Another standout performance came from Sebastian Papeschi, who defeated Diego Ramirez to boost his record to 22-4 and clinch the “Fedecaribe” title. Papeschi’s aggressive fighting style and powerful punches proved too much for Ramirez, leading to a knockout victory. Additionally, Jacqueline Calvo experienced a technical decision defeat against Maria Magdalena Rivera in a flyweight bout for the interim WBA championship.
American heavyweight DeAndre Savage also left a mark with a swift TKO triumph over Esteban Juarez, enhancing his record to 6-0. In a notable upset, Daniel Combi emerged victorious over the previously unbeaten Jaime Villegas in the lightweight division.
The event provided a blend of thrilling contests and unexpected results, showcasing the varied skills and talents of boxers in the sport.
