Boxing

Diego Pacheco wins by decision over Kevin Sadjo

Published

10 months ago

December 14, 2025

Author: Seam Crose

DAZN hosted the super middleweight main event on Saturday night in Stockton, California, with Diego Pacheco taking on Kevin Sadjo in a scheduled 12th round. While there’s no denying that Pacheco was viewed as an up-and-coming fighter, Sadjo had previously made it clear that he saw this fight as an opportunity to step up on his own. Pacheco immediately applied his long jab in the first. Meanwhile, Sadjo approached behind the high guard. Indeed, Sadjo did well in the second quarter, forcing the action and hitting his player, maybe not perfectly, but enough to change the pace of the fight.

However, Pacheco used his jab to control the third. The fourth one, it must be admitted, was not very lively. Now it was simply a matter of whether Sadjo could catch Pacheco, or could Pacheco keep his man at bay long enough to secure a decision victory? The crowd began to boo slightly due to the holding during the fight, which was considerable at times. Both players continued to grind in the 5th set, each hoping to gain an advantage over the other. The action moved quickly in 6. It certainly wasn’t a bad fight. Cleaner shots would have made the game more engaging, but it certainly wasn’t bad.

The seventh round was engaging because every fighter showed that they were in good shape and really giving their all. It wasn’t a moment when all was said and done and it was an simple contest to score. A thunderous left hook dropped Pacheco in the 8th. He got up, but was clearly in trouble. Sadjo rocked his fighter again in the round, although this time Pacheco was able to stay on his feet. Pacheco performed much better in the 9th round, but it was still hard to tell whether he had regained control of the fight. Sadjo’s aggression gave him no room to breathe.

Sadjo went bankrupt early on the 11th. Pacheco, however, defended successfully, at least most of the time, even rocking Sadjo badly with an uppercut. It was amazing that each man was as energetic as he was at that moment. Then at the end of the round, Pacheco rocked his fighter tough. Indeed, for a moment it looked as if the fight would be stopped, but Sadjo held firm. Pacheco actually shocked Sadjo again on the 12th, but Sadjo persevered. Whatever payment these gentlemen earned for this fight… It wasn’t enough.

Suffice it to say that the judges unanimously ruled in Pacheco’s favor.

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Tony Bellews Bold KO Prediction for Dubois vs Wardley 2: Yep, I Said It

Published

3 hours ago

October 17, 2026

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Tony Bellew's Bold KO Prediction for Dubois vs Wardley 2: "Yep, I Said It"

Tony Bellew is going against the grain for tonight’s Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley rematch.

The pair meet again just five months on from their thrilling first encounter, with Dubois now WBO champion having won the belt from Wardley via eleventh round stoppage.

After surviving two early knockdowns, the Londoner – who is now in his second stint as heavyweight titlist – took over the contest with a solid jab setting up thudding attacks that exhausted Wardley.

Though the Ipswich man stayed on his feet throughout, referee Howard Foster waved it off as the punishment because too much.

It is how the fight ended, and those last few rounds in which Dubois was largely dominating, that make him a strong favourite to retain his belt.

Giving his prediction to the BBCformer cruiserweight world champion Bellew backed Wardley to have success early again, but capitalise fully this time and end it.

“I’m going to be the difference. I am going to back Fabio Wardley by knockout within six rounds. Yep, I said [it]. I’m going for Fab within six.”

Dubois was on the canvas within ten seconds last time out, and took a knee in the third when hurt again.

Bellew has questioned Dubois’ resolve in the past, pointing to his stoppage loss to Joe Joyce as proof that there is a point he can be pushed to that he is not willing to go beyond. Many, however, will look to the first Wardley performance and disagree.

Both men recorded the highest weights of their careers on the scalessuggesting that neither will be changing the gameplan to a more measured affair, rather looking to engage in round 13 from the off tonight at London’s O2.

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Peter Fury Shares Final Thoughts on Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: I Still Think That

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4 hours ago

October 17, 2026

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Peter Fury Shares Final Thoughts on Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: "I Still Think That"

Top trainer Peter Fury has offered his expert analysis on the rematch between Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley, believing it is still a 50/50 fight.

Others, meanwhile, will argue that Dubois should be made a considerable favourite, based on how he was able to dismantle Wardley in their first encounter.

In order to do so, the ‘Dynamite’ puncher was compelled to climb off the canvas in rounds one and three, having been put down by blows to the top of his head.

Proceedings then became a little one-sided as Dubois, utilising his fundamentals, managed to score an 11th-round finish with his thudding jab and superior footwork.

Wardley, however, wasted little time before activating the rematch clause in their contract and, in turn, securing the chance to reclaim his WBO title at London’s O2 Arena tomorrow evening.

Many will argue that such a swift turnaround could lead to his downfall while, due to his power and toughness, others would suggest that the 31-year-old is always dangerous, no matter the opponent standing across from him.

As such, coach Fury has told Boxing King Media that, while Dubois is rightfully brimming with confidence, it would be foolish to entirely dismiss Wardley’s attributes.

“I think it’s a great heavyweight fight – Dubois has got heavy hands and a good jab as well, so it’ll be interesting.

“You’ve got to say Wardley’s got it all to do, because the confidence of Dubois will be high. And if Dubois’ super confident, he’s a problem.

“But let’s see – Wardley was able to hurt Dubois early on. I still think that fight is a 50/50 fight.”

If he emerges victorious against Wardley, then Dubois will likely be targeting a unification match with Agit Kabayel or Filip Hrgovic in 2027.

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Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: Round-by-Round Live Updates and Results

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5 hours ago

October 17, 2026

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Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: Round-by-Round Live Updates and Results

Daniel Dubois will face Fabio Wardley in a rematch of a heavyweight slugfest from earlier this year, with Dubois defending the WBO heavyweight title he took from Wardley on that night.

Live coverage will kick off at 2 pm ET, and we’ll have results and updates during the four-fight, main card undercard, then live, round-by-round scoring and updates for the main event itself.

How to watch Dubois vs Wardley 2

Start time: 2:00 pm ET for main card, prelims begin at 11:00 am ET

Streaming: DAZN (Ultimate subscription or Pay-Per-View)

PPV Cost: As a standalone, one-off purchase Pay-Per-View, the price is $59.99 (or £24.99). With DAZN’s Ultimate tier, the show is included as part of your subscription.

Location: O2 Arena – London, England