Boxing fans were treated to a thrilling and unexpected knockout on Saturday night, as Alexis Rocha took on George Ashie in a highly-anticipated match-up. Rocha, a rising star in the welterweight division, was considered the underdog going into the fight, but he proved his doubters wrong with a stunning seventh-round knockout that has since been dubbed the “KO of the Month.”

The victory was a huge step forward for Rocha in his career, and he immediately called out welterweight champion Terence Crawford for a title shot. Crawford is widely considered one of the best boxers in the world with his highlight reel knockouts, and a fight between the two would be highly entertaining for fans.

Alexis Rocha vs George Ashie: What went down?

The fight started out with a cautious approach from both fighters, as they felt each other out in the early rounds. Ashie, who is known for his powerful punches, was looking to land a big shot from the opening bell, but Rocha was able to evade his attacks and counter with his own punches. As the fight progressed, Rocha began to gain the upper hand, using his superior speed and movement to outmaneuver Ashie.

In the seventh round, Rocha delivered a knockout blow that would ultimately decide the fight. He landed a perfectly timed right hook that caught Ashie on the chin, sending him crashing to the canvas. Ashie was unable to beat the count, and Rocha was declared the winner by knockout. The crowd erupted in excitement as Rocha celebrated his victory in the ring.

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The knockout was so impressive that it immediately caught the attention of the boxing community, with fans and experts alike praising Rocha for his performance. Crawford has not yet responded to Rocha’s call-out, but it’s clear that the young boxer has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the welterweight division. With his impressive knockout of Ashie, Rocha has proven that he has the power and skill to take on the best fighters in the world.

“That’s a sleeping pill”: Fans react to the smoothest KO win

The clip of KO posted on account of DAZN boxing got a wide range of reactions. Fans from his hometown are proud of him.

One user commented, “Don’t get back up.”

One user called it the “KO of the month”.

Alexis Rocha vs George Ashie’s fight was a showcase of Rocha’s superior boxing skills and athleticism, which led him to a spectacular seventh-round KO. The future looks bright for Alexis Rocha, as he continues to make a name for himself in the welterweight division.

Read more: Most memorable KOs of March 2022