Ghanaian-born British boxer, Joshua Buatsi, emerged victorious in a 12-round decision against Dan Azeez in their WBA light heavyweight eliminator held today in London. The highly anticipated match also saw Buatsi claim the British and Commonwealth titles, which Azeez was defending as part of the main event fight.

The judges’ official scores favored Buatsi, with the fight being scored 116-110, 117-109, and 117-109 in his favor. This significant win not only adds another triumph to Buatsi’s unblemished record (18-0, 13 KO) but also positions him to face the winner of the upcoming Beterbiev vs Bivol match scheduled for June 1.

Throughout the fight, Buatsi’s effective body work and powerful left hand proved to be the decisive factors, with Azeez (20-1, 13 KO) appearing to be a step behind for most of the bout. Despite the slippery canvas causing two official knockdowns in round 11, both in favor of Buatsi, the judges’ scores remained unchanged, solidifying his clear victory.

The 30-year-old Buatsi’s strategic approach and dominant performance set the stage for potential future matchups, particularly against the winner of the Beterbiev vs Bivol clash. As Buatsi continues to ascend in the light heavyweight division, fans can anticipate exciting developments in his quest for further championship glory.