A thoroughly entertaining phone booth fight beteween callum smith and Joshua Buatsi goes the way of the liverpool man on the scorecards.
Scores: 119-110, 115-113 & 116-112
No one could have predicted the sheer intensity of this fight. From the moment the first bell rang, Smith and Buatsi locked horns in a battle that will be remembered for years. It wasn’t just a fight—it was a war of attrition, heart, and unshakable determination.
Buatsi came out strong in the opening rounds, showcasing his signature speed and precision. He dictated the pace early, landing crisp jabs and powerful body shots that seemed to shake Smith. The crowd roared as Buatsi pressed forward, looking to impose his dominance.
But Smith wasn’t just there to survive—he was there to win. As the rounds progressed, he began to find his rhythm, absorbing Buatsi’s best shots and answering back with thunderous counters. Every exchange was brutal, each fighter refusing to back down. The tension was unbearable as both warriors poured everything into their punches, knowing one mistake could cost them the fight.
Then came the turning point. In the later rounds, Smith dug deep, his relentless pressure beginning to wear Buatsi down. A devastating right hand sent shockwaves through the arena, staggering Buatsi for the first time in the fight. Sensing blood, Smith unleashed a relentless assault, trapping his opponent against the ropes. The crowd erupted as Buatsi tried to hold on, his legs betraying him, his spirit refusing to break.
And then—BOOM! A crushing uppercut landed flush. Buatsi went down. The referee stepped in as the count began. The entire arena held its breath. He tried to rise, but his body wouldn’t respond. The fight was over.
Smith had done the unthinkable. Against all odds, he had conquered a relentless Buatsi in one of the most grueling fights in recent memory. The crowd roared as Smith stood victorious, proving once again that in boxing, anything can happen.
This was more than just a victory—it was a statement. And for Buatsi, the road to redemption begins now.
