Philippine boxing sensation Eumir Marcial once again flaunts his peculiar skill and power, locking in a pivotal victory over American boxer Bernard Joseph via technical knockout (TKO) on Saturday at the illustrious MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Prospect was noticeable before the bout, with many eager to witness if Marcial could uphold his flawless record as he set forth into a more demanding challenge within the catchweight division. Marcial wasted no seconds maintaining his dominance, flooring Joseph with a thunderous right hook in the second round.
Joseph, still stumbling from the impact, was met with a blast of persistent left punches in the third round, prompting the referee to intercede and halt the contest.
This commanding performance marks Marcial’s sixth consecutive victory in his professional career, with a spectacular four of those victories culminating in knockouts. Joseph, who formerly boasted a record of 11 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, was obviously unprepared for the Filipino boxer’s intense speed and intimidating power.
Marcial’s storied amateur career is well-known, highlighted by his bronze medal win at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and his upcoming return to the global stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics. With each bout, he carries the desires of millions of Filipinos, hustling to bring a world championship title back to his homeland.
This latest victory inserts notable momentum into Marcial’s quest to stand his position as one of the most esteemed names in the boxing world. He continues to serve as a sincere inspiration to aspiring young athletes across the Philippines, generating their dreams of achieving international acclaim.
Marcial’s captivating fight was featured as part of the preliminary matchups leading up to the highly awaited Manny Pacquiao-Mario Barrios clash.
