Ward, Kessler, Chavez Jr Among Winners

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Tonight’s boxing lineup was full of notable names yet lacked any notable matchups. The results from all the action this weekend:

– Andre Ward defeated Shelby Pudwill by KO in the 3rd round.

– Mikkel Kessler scored a 4th round TKO OF Gusmyr Perdomo. Kessler will next face Andre Ward in each man’s debut into the Super Six super middleweight tournament.

– James Toney beat Matthew Greer by 2nd round TKO.

– Just as happened in their first fight, Ivan Calderon and Rodel Mayol saw their bout come to an abrupt halt due to a clash of heads. The first fight went to the scorecards where the fight was ruled a draw. This time, after seven rounds, Calderon was ahead on two of the three cards, earning him a split technical decision victory.

– Julio Cesar Chavez Jr once again feasted on lesser opposition by destroying Jason LeeHoullier by first round TKO.

– Cristian Mijares lost his third straight fight, including a second consecutive loss to Nehomar Cermeno. This one was a unanimous decision for Cermeno.