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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – NOVEMER 02: Ryan Garcia poses after defeating Romero Duno in a lightweight fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 2, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Garcia won with a first-round TKO. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – NOVEMER 02: Ryan Garcia poses after defeating Romero Duno in a lightweight fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 2, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Garcia won with a first-round TKO. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images)
Promising young WBA continental light welterweight champion Adam Azim aims for the World Title. Saturday night at the York Hall for the EBU superlightweight title, Adam Azim smashed up and put a full stop to Franck Petitjean’s night in the 10th round.
Ahead of the contest, the pugilist already had his eyes set on winning and talked about how he envisioned this journey towards attaining a world title. He further listed three competitors whom he looked forward to fighting during this quest. Azim is an energetic and courageous fighter as he trains like Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez, and Ryan Garcia. It’s a story about ambitions, determination, and ultimate satisfaction.
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Adam Azim sparkles with enthusiasm for the ultimate bout
Adam Azim made one of the toughest journeys made by fighters in the cutthroat world of boxing. When questioned recently in an interview on what he dreams about, his enthusiasm for boxing was palpable, “It would be a dream come true you know these fights you got a be patient with it.”
One feels the anticipation in Azim’s voice as he imagines his match with Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez, and Ryan Garcia. These fighters are undoubtedly one of the best in the game right now and Azim announces his readiness with anticipation. “I am looking forward to it”.
Furthermore, Azim knows what it means to work hard. During his training sessions, he tests out the boundaries of his body to build the strength for what lies ahead. Undoubtedly, those sessions seem to have paid off as Azim utilized it in the ring against Petitjean. “I did a bit of like you know different stuff ” revealing the painstaking planning involved in each step. “how I put my hand that I just went like hitting my hands to the body I think that’s like Shakur Stevenson– Devin Haney shot”. Shakur Stevenson and Devin Haney are formidable bruisers who use quick jabs to their advantage.
In the ring, Azim is not just a fighter; he’s an artist, weaving a narrative with his fists. “I was enjoying being in there. I was trying to enjoy the moment and let my hands go a few times,” he reflects. It’s this joy, this sheer love for the sport, that sets Azim apart—a fighter who doesn’t just aim to win but to savor every moment in the ring.
The Playbook
In the fifth round, Adam Azim delivered a powerful left hook to Franck Petitjean’s stomach, causing the Frenchman to drop to his knees. Despite Petitjean managing to beat the count and rise to his feet, Azim unleashed a relentless assault, targeting the body with his left hook and delivering flush right hooks.
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Subsequently, as the fight progressed, Azim’s speed and skill overwhelmed Petitjean, with a jolting right cross-left hook combination drawing blood from the champion’s nose. In the ninth round, Azim had a point deducted for a low blow, fueling his determination. Azim continued to dominate, landing repeated left hooks to the head and showcasing his overall superiority. In the tenth round, a series of flying right uppercuts from Azim battered Petitjean to the canvas.
Petitjean’s corner threw in the towel at 2:17 of the round, signaling the end of the fight. Azim, thrilled to secure the European super-lightweight title, expressed his satisfaction with the victory, emphasizing the toughness of his opponent and his strategic approach to the bout.
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As the boxing world eagerly awaits the unfolding chapters of Adam Azim’s story, one thing is certain: his journey is not just about chasing a title but embracing the passion, patience, and dedication required to stand among the boxing greats. Watch out for this rising star as he weaves his tale of dreams, patience, and a shot at the World Title—one punch at a time.
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