‘The Handsome White Dragon’ Luo Chao was pushed to the limit against Denis Souza Jr. Still, his volume across three rounds powered him to a statement win inside the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
This featherweight kickboxing scrap, which emanated live in American primetime on Friday, May 15, saw both men immediately having a crack at each other. Luo unloaded his attacks across his foe’s body, while the Brazilian kept his focus on the Chinese star’s legs.
The Shengli Fight Club representative, however, wasn’t bothered by ‘Denizinho’s kicks. The 25-year-old continued to smash his way through the Brazilian’s guards with crafty boxing combinations, uppercuts, jabs, and straights, all coming at a blinding speed.
In the second round, however, the storyline changed. Luo Chao continued his efficient work, displaying everything in his arsenal to break down the debuting Brazilian.
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Souza Jr, very much aware that he was in danger, ramped up his output downstairs. The Coliseu Fight Club athlete’s kicks soon began to slow down Luo. With his foe’s speed affected, the South American striking specialist started getting comfortable with his hands, too.
Round three was another aggressive and fast-paced affair. Luo went at his opponent with heavy artillery. The Chinese star landed clean shots on Souza Jr.’s chin and body. The debutant, however, kept connecting with solid body shots and calf kicks.
Official result: Luo Chao defeats Denis Souza Jr. via split decision
After nine minutes of a highly engaging battle, two of the three judges at ringside inside the Mecca of Muay Thai sided with Luo Chao’s aggression, accuracy, and volume.
As a result, the 25-year-old made it five victories in a row in the world’s largest martial arts organization. The Shengli Fight Club warrior entered this clash with three knockout wins and a unanimous decision triumph.
Souza Jr., meanwhile, saw his 16-fight winning streak come to an end in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Edited by Saiyed Adeem Karim