“He’s So Aware and Has So Many Options”: A Boxer With Wide-Ranging Repertoire, Sunny Edwards Receives Widespread Commendation

Twenty-seven-year-old Sunny Edwards remains undefeated. Last Saturday, he defended his IBF Flyweight title, which he won in 2021, for a fourth time. The fight with Andres Campos at the Wembley Arena ended with a unanimous decision. All three judges scored 117-111 in Edward’s favor. While he awaits a decision on the title unification bout, there is a growing appreciation for the young boxer’s prowess inside the squared circle. A close study of his techniques is receiving a widespread endorsement from many a corner.

Sutton, London-born Sunny Edwards, has been active professionally since 2016. As an amateur, the orthodox boxer won gold and silver medals at the national level. His professional record stands at twenty wins, of which only four came through early stoppages. The remaining matches went to the decisions. Regarding the sport, it’s common knowledge that fans throng the arenas for the thrill of watching a fighter knocked to the canvas.

Sunny Edwards, a boxer to watch out for

So where does his fighting style rank among the viewers? While it may be difficult to answer, a brief perusal of a few comments made by observers might give an impression of how it leans. Former Light Welterweight champion Curtis Woodhouse said it’s tough for most fans to watch a Sunny Edwards match. Citing the common reason why most watch boxing, he said, “They don’t watch boxing for the sweet science… He’s talented but boring. It’s why the venue is silent. Everybody has gone home.”

But some view Edwards as an unconventional boxer. Yet to be discovered by the world. @themisfitman1 shared a detailed assessment done by a sports analyst who goes by the name of Ted. Calling Sunny Edwards an ‘elite back foot boxer,’ @tedbratby shared footage split into four parts to demonstrate how ‘Showtime’ differed from other boxers. Each segment explained the young boxer’s adeptness with timing, movement across the ring, lateral movement, and keenness for openings to execute combinations.

Another contributor took the help of Ted’s analysis. Lukasz Fenrych, a boxing writer, mentioned that most viewers exasperate after watching Edwards. They are under the wrong impression that he lacks precise techniques. However, Fenrych contends that contrary to the perception, ‘Showtime’ is a very perceptive fighter. He enjoys an ample inventory to wear out any accomplished boxer.

As more and more followers become aware of Sunny Edwards’ talents, the acclaim he deserves will no longer be an aberration but turn into a norm, encouraging boxers who fall into a similar mold.

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