Whittaker Stops Cameron in Rematch
Ben Whittaker stopped Liam Cameron in the second round of their light-heavyweight rematch on April 20, 2025, at BP Pulse Live in Birmingham. The referee halted the fight after Whittaker landed a right hand and followed with unanswered punches.
The rivalry between Whittaker and Cameron dates back to their controversial first fight in Riyadh in October 2024. That bout ended in a split draw after both fighters tumbled over the top rope, leaving fans and analysts debating the outcome. Cameron had been seen as holding the upper hand before the bizarre ending, fueling his determination to settle the score in the rematch.
From the opening bell, Whittaker showcased his sharpness, landing precise jabs and controlling the pace. Cameron attempted to pressure him, but Whittaker’s speed and movement kept him out of danger. In the second round, Whittaker unleashed a devastating right hand that rocked Cameron, sending him stumbling backward. Smelling blood, Whittaker followed up with a relentless flurry of punches, forcing referee Howard Foster to step in and stop the fight at 1:53 of the round.
The stoppage sparked controversy, with some arguing that Cameron was still defending himself. However, Whittaker’s performance left little doubt about his dominance. The Olympic silver medalist improved his record to 9-0-1 (6 KOs), cementing his status as one of the most exciting prospects in the light heavyweight division.
The undercard featured several thrilling bouts, including Sam Eggington’s controversial technical decision win over Lee Cutler for the WBC International Silver super welterweight title, Frazer Clarke’s first-round knockout of Ebenezer Tetteh, and Tyler Denny’s comeback victory over Elvis Ahorgah in a ten-round middleweight contest.
Sources: LowKick MMA, BoxingScene, Sky Sports.
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