Reporter Sean Crose covered the exciting junior middleweight showdown between Xander Zayas and Patrick Teixeira at the Hulu Theater in New York on Saturday night. Zayas triumphed in the ten-round bout, displaying his strength and determination throughout.
Zayas took control from the outset, while Teixeira attempted to keep his distance. The intensity heightened in the third round as both boxers traded body shots. Zayas dictated the pace in the later rounds, demonstrating his power and expertise.
As the fight progressed, it became clear that Zayas outmatched Teixeira in strength, though Teixeira fought valiantly but couldn’t keep up with his opponent’s power. Zayas landed impactful punches, causing damage to Teixeira. Despite the fight being one-sided, Teixeira exhibited courage and resilience.
In the final analysis, Zayas secured a unanimous decision victory, preserving his unbeaten streak at 19-0. Teixeira’s record now stands at 34-5, reflecting his resilient and determined performance in the ring.
