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Gruesome gash above eye
Liam Smith, the former light-middleweight champion, suffered a horror cut above his right eye after a ten-round beatdown by Chris Eubank Jr. The two fighters had previously faced each other in January, with Smith coming out on top as the first man to drop and stop Eubank. However, Eubank sought revenge in the rematch and secured a victory when the referee saved Smith from further punishment.
Weight gain affects Smith's performance
Smith had to pull out of their proposed June fight due to a back injury, and he claimed that the weight he gained during his time on the sidelines affected his performance on the night. He admitted that he was flat and couldn't move his feet, giving credit to Eubank for his sharpness. Smith recognized Eubank as the better fighter and congratulated him on his victory.
Eubank's career-saving performance
For Eubank, this rematch was a chance to save his career following his first knockout loss at the same venue. He threw an incredible number of punches during the fight, even causing the lettering on his shorts to fall off. Despite their rivalry, Eubank showed respect for Smith, his team, and his family, emphasizing their warrior spirit and perseverance in the sport.
