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Returning to his hometown for the first time in nearly ten years, the former lightweight world champion showcased his superior speed and skill to outpoint a resilient Wyllie, who stepped into the ring on just six days\u2019 notice.<\/p>\n
The judges scored the bout 117-111, 117-111, and 115-113, all in favor of Kambosos, who controlled much of the 12-round fight despite a mid-round cut from a head clash. Wyllie, a natural 140-pounder and Australian champion, hung tough and even landed some solid shots late, but Kambosos\u2019 technical edge secured him the victory in his divisional debut.<\/p>\n
\u201cI wanted to finish him, but he came ready\u2014a true 140-pound fighter and a tough Australian champ,\u201d Kambosos said post-fight. \u201cRespect to him, and now we look ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Sydney crowd saw Kambosos\u2019 speed advantage shine early, though his power didn\u2019t quite translate to a stoppage. A cut above his eye in the middle rounds spurred Wyllie on, but the 31-year-old former titleholder stayed composed to seal the win.<\/p>\n
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn wasted no time outlining the next step: a potential June showdown with IBF super lightweight champion Richardson Hitchins. \u201cIf that cut heals, we\u2019ve got a date locked for late June\u2014he\u2019s got to be ready,\u201d Hearn said. Kambosos didn\u2019t hesitate: \u201cThat\u2019s the fight, Eddie. Let\u2019s make it happen. If Hitchins is your top guy, I\u2019ll go toe-to-toe with him.\u201d<\/p>\n
Wyllie, 24, earned praise for his gutsy effort, and Hearn promised the Queenslander a Matchroom contract by Monday morning. \u201cYou\u2019ve got a deal coming your way,\u201d Hearn assured him.<\/p>\n
In the co-feature, Skye Nicolson\u2019s homecoming turned sour as she lost her WBC featherweight title to American challenger Tiara Brown via split decision (97-93, 96-94, 94-96). The Australian southpaw, a fan favorite, couldn\u2019t fend off Brown\u2019s aggressive approach. Brown closed the distance effectively, neutralizing Nicolson\u2019s range game to claim the belt and move to 19-0, while Nicolson dropped to 12-1.<\/p>\n
Cherneka Johnson left no doubts in her WBA bantamweight title defense, stopping Nina Hughes in round seven. After a controversial first fight last May, Johnson battered Hughes with precise, powerful shots, bloodying her nose early and forcing Hughes\u2019 corner to throw in the towel. The Gold Coast native celebrated a commanding victory on home soil.<\/p>\n
The event aired live on DAZN in Australia, starting at 7:00 PM AEDT. Fans can also catch the action at select venues via SportsPick.<\/p>\n
Kambosos\u2019 super lightweight debut sets the stage for bigger battles ahead, while Wyllie\u2019s stock rises despite the loss.<\/p>\n
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