Hitchins vs Kambosos Jr 6/14/25 – 14th June 2025
Hitchins vs Kambosos Jr 6/14/25 – 14th June 2025
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Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Venue: The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City
Fight Preview
The super lightweight division saw a major spotlight moment as undefeated champion Richardson Hitchins (19‑0, 7 KOs) put his IBF title on the line against former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr (22‑3, 10 KOs).
Hitchins entered the bout as a rising force—just 27 years old and fresh off a narrow but pivotal win over Liam Paro to claim the belt in December 2024. Known for his crisp jab, footwork, and slick boxing IQ, Hitchins aimed to make a statement in his first title defense.
Kambosos, 31, was chasing redemption. Once on top of the world after defeating Teófimo López, he had endured setbacks against Devin Haney and Vasyl Lomachenko. However, a bounce-back victory over Jake Wyllie earlier this year restored some confidence—and the fire was clearly still there. The buildup turned personal with an intense press conference altercation and trash talk that saw Kambosos label Hitchins a “tip‑tap, running kind of guy.”
It was a true styles clash: Hitchins’ long-range control and ring generalship versus Kambosos’ gritty pressure and high-volume body attacks.
Full Fight Card (Main Card via DAZN – 8 p.m. ET)
Main Event:
- Richardson Hitchins vs. George Kambosos Jr – 12 Rounds, IBF Super Lightweight Title
- Main Undercard Bouts:
- Andy Cruz vs. Hironori Mishiro – IBF Lightweight Title Eliminator (12 rounds)
- Alexis Barriere vs. Roney Hines
- Ernesto Mercado vs. Jonathan Montrel – 10 Rounds
- Zaquin Moses vs. Carl Rogers – Super Featherweight
- Nishant Dev vs. Josue Silva
- Adam Maca vs. Rafael Castillo
(Note: Pablo Valdez vs. Cesar Diaz was canceled after Diaz withdrew.)
Fight Recap & Conclusion
From the opening bell, Richardson Hitchins imposed his rhythm with a commanding jab and precise footwork. He never allowed Kambosos to close the distance or implement his pressure game.
By Round 8, the pace had worn Kambosos down. A perfectly timed body shot folded the challenger, prompting the referee to step in at 2:33, awarding Hitchins a technical knockout. The crowd at Madison Square Garden erupted as Hitchins retained his title with poise and dominance.
Final Stats Snapshot:
- Jabs Landed: Hitchins 104 / Kambosos 32
- Power Punch Accuracy: Hitchins 48%
- Kambosos KO’d for only the second time in his career
Commentators hailed it as a “surgical beatdown,” emphasizing Hitchins’ growth as a cerebral yet aggressive champion. He now improves to 20‑0 (8 KOs), solidifying his spot among the elite in the 140 lb division. Kambosos falls to 22‑4, with his future in the division now uncertain.