In a thrilling showdown at Matrix Fight Night 14, former featherweight champion Sanjeet Budhwar delivered a stunning performance, securing his 11th professional victory. The main event, held at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Uttar Pradesh, India, featured an intense clash between Budhwar and Afghanistan’s Abdul Azim Badakhshi.
The opening minutes of the first round saw both fighters cautiously sizing each other up. Badakhshi aimed to control the center of the cage, launching creative spinning-kick attacks and punches. Meanwhile, Budhwar maintained distance, strategically looking for counter shots. The round was briefly interrupted due to a groin strike by Badakhshi and an accidental eye poke, but the action resumed swiftly in Round 2.
Sanjeet Budhwar’s Dominance
In Round 2, Budhwar asserted his dominance. He controlled the center of the cage, while Badakhshi continued to keep his distance with switch kicks and leg strikes. Sanjeet Budhwar stalked his opponent, landing a stiff jab that visibly wobbled Badakhshi. Despite Badakhshi’s attempts to pressure him with body and head kicks, Budhwar seized an opportunity. With precision, he uncorked a thunderous left hook that sent Badakhshi crashing to the canvas. Simultaneously, Badakhshi landed a hook of his own, but it was Budhwar’s shot that proved decisive.
Referee Jim Perdios stepped in, stopping the fight at the 3:18 mark of Round 2, declaring Budhwar the winner by knockout. The crowd erupted in applause as Budhwar celebrated his impressive victory.
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In the co-main event, Chungren Koren secured the interim bantamweight title by dominating former Brave CF competitor Mohammad Farhad with relentless ground-and-pound. Other notable moments included Dushyant Singh’s unanimous decision win over Mairidin Newmai, Neeraj Panghal’s verdict against Sk Akib Ali, and Owais Yaqoob’s lightweight victory over Afghanistan’s Azim Mokhlis.
Sanjeet Budhwar’s knockout victory over Abdul Azim Badakhshi adds another chapter to his remarkable career. As the Matrix Fight Night continues to showcase top-tier talent, fans eagerly await the next electrifying matchups in the cage.
Stay tuned for more action-packed events and memorable moments in the world of MMA!
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