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Fernando Martinez beats Jerwin Ancajas to retain IBF super-flyweight title

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Unbeaten Fernando Martinez made a successful first defence of his IBF super-flyweight world title with a unanimous decision over former champion Jerwin Ancajas.

Argentina’s Martinez had taken the Filipino’s crown in February and underlined his dominance in their rematch in Carson, California.

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Judges scored the fight 119-109, 118-110 and 118-110 for Martinez.

“This was a validation of the first fight,” Martinez, 31, said.

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“I’m ready for anyone. My record shows I’m a champion,” added Martinez, who is now unbeaten in 15 fights.

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Source: BBC

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