Oscar Duarte Stops Miguel Madueno In Seventh Round

Oscar Duarte delivered a stunning performance at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, stopping Miguel Madueno with a technical knockout in the seventh round. This victory marked Duarte's first headlining event in the U.S. and showcased his formidable power-punching power against an experienced opponent. Madueno, known for his aggressive style and high knockout percentage, stepped in on short notice to replace Regis Prograis, who was forced to withdraw due to a shoulder injury.

The fight began with both fighters looking to assert dominance. With a height and reach advantage, Duarte utilized his jab effectively to keep Madueno at bay while also targeting his body with powerful shots. In the second round, Duarte rocked Madueno with a headshot, and by the third round, Duarte's focus on body punching began to pay dividends, as Madueno started to show signs of fatigue.

As the rounds progressed, Duarte's pressure intensified. He landed a series of solid punches in the fifth and sixth rounds, causing significant damage to Madueno. The decisive moment came in the seventh round when Duarte cornered Madueno and unleashed a flurry of punches, including a big left to the face and several body shots. This onslaught forced referee Thomas Taylor to intervene, stopping the fight at 2:09 into the round.

Duarte's victory was met with praise from his promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, who highlighted Duarte's impressive performance against a quality opponent. Duarte's record now stands at 29-2-1 with 23 knockouts, solidifying his position as a top contender in the super lightweight division.