The Raymond Muratalla vs. Jesus Antonio Perez round-by-round updates have arrived. They offer real-time coverage and live scoring of the upcoming lightweight boxing match set to take place over 10, three-minute, rounds. The event begins at 5:45 PM E.T. (Eastern Time) / 2:45 PM P.T. (Pacific Time).
But the bout between Muratalla and Perez is expected to start at around 9:00 PM E.T. / 6:00 PM P.T. They make up one of the more highly anticipated matchups of the evening, especially given that it is a step-up in competition for Muratalla, an undefeated prospect.
As stated, Muratalla is unbeaten, with a 21-0 record. He also possesses an abundance of punching power, having stopped 16 of his 21 foes. Meanwhile, Perez is a more seasoned fighter, with a 25-5 record and a win-loss run of form as of late, which he will look to change with a positive performance.
Unfortunately, he isn't expected to emerge victorious from the event. The oddsmakers at DraftKings Sportsbook regard Muratalla at an astonishing -2500 favorite, while Perez is a +1000 underdog.
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Raymond Muratalla vs. Jesus Antonio Perez
Round 1: Muratalla is just a shade sharper than Perez, peppering him with jabs and straights. The difference in speed is immediately apparent. Perez is in exceptional shape but this fight is already firmly in Muratalla's control. Body shots for Muratalla, who is fighting with conviction.
Perez is biting on Muratalla's movements, and it feels like it's only a matter of time. 10-9 Muratalla
Round 2: Muratalla's speed is apparent again, but this time his power is clear. He drops Perez twice in relatively short order using a one-two, with the first knockdown being particularly bad. Muratalla pounces and the referee has seen enough, waving it off.
Official Decision: Raymond Muratalla def. Jesus Antonio Perez via TKO in round 2 (1:24)