Public Fight Report
(Cruiserweight) Billy "Sparks" Castro defeated Matchemonedo by knockout (KO) in round 9.Match Friday, April 07, 2000In this corner, standing 5 feet and 5 inches (165 centimeters) tall weighing in at 190 pounds (86 kilograms) is Billy "Sparks" Castro!!
In this corner, standing 5 feet and 7 inches (170 centimeters) tall weighing in at 190 pounds (86 kilograms) is Matchemonedo!!
The referee for this bout will be Richard Steele.
ROUND 1
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo stays outside and uses his jab.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Sparks lashes out with a series of right punches to the ribs, but falls short.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Matchemonedo hammers Sparks with a flurry of vicious punches to the ribs.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
+Matchemonedo lands a volley of light punches to the face. Sparks doesn't seem bothered.
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-Matchemonedo probes with a series of left blows to the stomach, but fails to score.
+Sparks hits with a roundhouse to the ribs!!
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+Matchemonedo hits Sparks with a pair of stiff shots to the jaw!
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-Sparks attempts a uppercut to the ribs, but is ineffective.
+Sparks jolts Matchemonedo with a pair of commanding punches to the ribs.
BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 12 of 25 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 18 of 25 punches.
Matchemonedo won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 10-9
Sparks doesn't want to stop fighting!
Matchemonedo doesn't even want to rest!
ROUND 2
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
+Matchemonedo tags Sparks with a series of nasty blows to the solar plexus.
-Sparks attempts a left uppercut to the chest, but Matchemonedo steps aside and laughs.
+Sparks pummels Matchemonedo with a hard uppercut to the ribs.
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-Sparks throws a flurry of punches to the stomach, but falls short.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Matchemonedo attempts a series of right punches to the stomach, but Sparks covers himself well.
-Matchemonedo fires a right hook to the solar plexus, but Sparks narrowly avoids it
+Sparks hits Matchemonedo with a series of mean shots to the solar plexus.
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 10 of 26 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 11 of 24 punches.
Matchemonedo won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 20-18
Sparks doesn't even want to rest!
Matchemonedo doesn't even want to rest!
ROUND 3
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Matchemonedo throws a barrage of hard punches to the chest.
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-Sparks attacks with a series of right shots to the ribs, but Matchemonedo steps aside.
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+Sparks throws a flurry of shots to the ribs.
+Sparks throws a volley of shots to the ribs!
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Sparks throws a pair of shots to the solar plexus, but Matchemonedo blocks.
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+Matchemonedo pokes Sparks with a pair of furious blows to the ribs.
-Matchemonedo throws a series of punches to the solar plexus, but loses his balance.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 11 of 24 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 13 of 25 punches.
Matchemonedo won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 30-27
Sparks doesn't even want to rest!
Matchemonedo remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
ROUND 4
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
+Sparks takes charge with a barrage of stinging blows to the ribs.
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-Sparks tries to land a barrage of right blows to the chest, but misses completely.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Matchemonedo attempts a series of right shots to the stomach, but fails to score.
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+Matchemonedo tosses a flurry of nasty punches to the ribs.
-Sparks tries to land a barrage of punches to the solar plexus, but Matchemonedo ducks just in time.
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+Matchemonedo hits with a jab to the solar plexus!
-Matchemonedo attempts a volley of right punches to the chest, but Sparks backs out of it.
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 10 of 26 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 13 of 22 punches.
Matchemonedo won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 40-36
Sparks remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
Matchemonedo grabs a water bottle and rests on his stool.
ROUND 5
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo stays outside and uses his jab.
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+Matchemonedo solidly lands a barrage of solid punches to the ribs.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
-Matchemonedo attempts a pair of right punches to the stomach, but Sparks quickly backs away.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
+Matchemonedo punches Sparks with a flurry of punches to the chest.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Matchemonedo attempts a left jab to the chest, but Sparks blocks.
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-Matchemonedo paws a pair of right punches to the stomach, but Sparks quickly backs away.
+Matchemonedo takes charge with a stiff jab to the ribs.
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 4 of 8 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 17 of 33 punches.
Matchemonedo won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 50-45
Sparks remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
Matchemonedo remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
ROUND 6
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Sparks fires a series of punches to the solar plexus, but only hits air.
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+Matchemonedo slams Sparks with a series of off balance punches to the face!
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-Matchemonedo attempts a volley of left punches to the nose, but is ineffective.
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-Sparks tries to land a volley of shots to the chest, but comes up empty.
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+Matchemonedo hits with a flurry of stinging punches to the nose.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Sparks wakes up the fans with a series of strong blows to the stomach. Matchemonedo falls against the ropes!
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
+Matchemonedo fires a flurry of punches to the jaw.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Sparks hits with a barrage of hard blows to the ribs.
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 11 of 25 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 16 of 31 punches.
Matchemonedo won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 60-54
Sparks remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
Matchemonedo grabs a water bottle and rests on his stool.
ROUND 7
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
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-Matchemonedo probes with a volley of punches to the temple, but only hits air.
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+Matchemonedo staggers Sparks with a barrage of punches to the eye. Sparks beats a hasty retreat.
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-Sparks lashes out with a volley of blows to the stomach, but Matchemonedo leaps aside.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Matchemonedo connects with a flurry of shots to the mouth. Sparks doesn't notice.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
+Sparks connects with a series of hard blows to the solar plexus.
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-Matchemonedo attempts a barrage of left punches to the jaw, but Sparks leaps aside.
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+Sparks catches Matchemonedo with a left to the stomach.
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+Sparks hits with a barrage of wild blows to the ribs!! Matchemonedo is hurt!
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-Sparks paws a series of right shots to the solar plexus, but Matchemonedo leaps aside.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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-Matchemonedo lunges with a pair of blows to the chin, but Sparks steps aside and laughs.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 17 of 33 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 16 of 31 punches.
Billy "Sparks" Castro won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 69-64
Sparks remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
Matchemonedo is obviously tired.
ROUND 8
Sparks clinches when his opponent closes. (clinching)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
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+Sparks nails Matchemonedo with a series of mean punches to the ribs.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Matchemonedo thumps Sparks with a hard jab to the mouth.
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-Sparks throws a flurry of right blows to the solar plexus, but loses his balance.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
-Matchemonedo paws a pair of right punches to the face, but Sparks covers himself well.
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Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
Matchemonedo tries to attack, but Sparks hangs on until the referee separates them.
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+Sparks attacks with a flurry of heavy punches to the chest.
-Matchemonedo paws a pair of right punches to the head, but misses completely.
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+Matchemonedo hits Sparks with a volley of punches to the head. Sparks ignores it.
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-Sparks fires a barrage of left shots to the ribs, but Matchemonedo hides behind his gloves.
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+Sparks fires a flurry of nasty blows to the chest. Matchemonedo seems wobbly!
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+Matchemonedo backs up Sparks with a cross to the nose!!
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BELL
According to the commentator:
Billy "Sparks" Castro landed 18 of 36 punches, and Matchemonedo landed 15 of 31 punches.
Billy "Sparks" Castro won the round 10-9
Matchemonedo is winning the fight 78-74
Sparks remains standing while the trainer wipes him down.
Matchemonedo is slowing down.
ROUND 9
Sparks fights inside. (inside)
Matchemonedo is using the ring. (using the ring)
+Sparks wakes up the fans with a barrage of blows to the chin.
Sparks lands a terrific left uppercut and Matchemonedo collapses!!
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Matchemonedo struggles to his feet and the fight goes on.
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+Sparks punches Matchemonedo with a volley of stiff shots to the eye.
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+Matchemonedo wallops Sparks with a pair of quick punches to the nose.
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+Sparks hits with a pair of strong shots to the temple.
Sparks lands a brutal left blow to the temple and Matchemonedo collapses!!
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He's Out!
Billy "Sparks" Castro wins by a Knock Out!!
BELL
Sparks grabs a water bottle and rests on his stool.
Matchemonedo looks exhausted. He has a broken tooth.
Judge Guimond had the fight scored as follows:
Round 1: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 2: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Round 3: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 4: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 5: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 6: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 7: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Round 8: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Judge Leinbach had the fight scored as follows:
Round 1: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 2: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 3: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 4: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 5: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 6: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 7: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Round 8: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Bobby Czyz had the fight scored as follows:
Round 1: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 2: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 3: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 4: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 5: Matchemonedo 10-9
Round 6: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Round 7: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Round 8: Billy "Sparks" Castro 10-9
Billy "Sparks" Castro wins by a knockout!
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