In a thrilling showdown on Friday night, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, a seasoned veteran from the UFC, claimed the title of the first-ever Dirty Boxing heavyweight champion. The highly anticipated main event of DBX 3 took place at The Hangar at Regatta Harbour in Miami, where Rozenstruik faced off against Rakim Cleveland. Rozenstruik showcased his knockout power, delivering a decisive blow that left Cleveland unconscious just 1:54 into the opening round, securing the championship title.
The initial moments of the fight were marked by a cautious approach, as both fighters engaged in a feeling-out process with minimal action. However, the pace intensified quickly when Rozenstruik and Cleveland exchanged powerful strikes. Rozenstruik clearly gained the upper hand, leading to a swift conclusion of the contest. Fans at the arena were left in awe as they witnessed the spectacular knockout. For those who missed the action, highlights of the finish can be viewed below.
Following his impressive victory, Rozenstruik had a face-off with former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski. The promotion hinted that a title fight between the two is likely to take place at DBX 4, with the date yet to be announced. This matchup promises to be another electrifying encounter in the Dirty Boxing series.
The co-main event featured a stunning upset, as Hector Lombard, a fan favorite, was knocked out in just 19 seconds by James Cannon. The quick and emphatic finish left the audience in disbelief, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the sport.
In a notable performance, former UFC fighter Bryan Battle made his return to the ring after being released from the UFC just over a week ago due to back-to-back weight misses. In his middleweight featured bout, Battle dominated Derik de Freitas, finishing the fight in just 56 seconds. This victory reestablishes Battle's presence in the competitive landscape of mixed martial arts.
The main card of DBX 3 delivered several exciting matchups, with the following results:
Jairzinho Rozenstruik def. Rakim Cleveland via KO - Round 1, 1:54 James Cannon def. Hector Lombard via KO - Round 1, 0:19 Bryan Battle def. Derik de Freitas via TKO - Round 1, 0:56 Jessica-Rose Clark def. Claudia Zamora via unanimous decision (29-28 x2, 30-27) Sergei Martynov def. Phil Hawes via unanimous decision (29-28 x3) Milos Janicic def. Lamar Brown via TKO - Round 1, 0:59The preliminary card also featured impressive performances, including:
Landon Quinones def. Mike Breeden via unanimous decision (30-27 x3) Levi da Costa def. Chase Sherman via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 x2) Corey Jackson def. Juan Alvarez via unanimous decision (29-28 x3) Jansey Silva def. Travis St. John via TKO - Round 2, 0:24 Michael Garcia def. Victor Cardoso via TKO - Round 2, 1:06 Alex Caceres def. Shawn West via TKO - Round 2, 2:59The early prelims showcased more action, with notable victories including:
Dustin Bailey def. Sean Hotusing via KO - Round 2, 1:36 Kat Nelson def. Kalindra Faria via TKO - Round 2, 1:44 Tyson Nam def. Ricky Bandejas via TKO - Round 1, 2:28The results from DBX 3 reflect the excitement and unpredictability of the Dirty Boxing promotion, with Rozenstruik's victory marking a significant moment in the sport. As fans eagerly await the upcoming events, the anticipation for future matchups, especially the potential clash between Rozenstruik and Arlovski, continues to build.
