Boks: Alimkhanuly Vs: Bentley

Alimkhanuly established control early, using his "Qazaq Style" to pepper Bentley with sharp straight lefts. At this stage, it appeared the champion was on track for the easy blowout many expected.

Bentley, making his U.S. debut, found his rhythm in the fifth round. He began applying pressure and landing heavy right hands, even briefly stunning Alimkhanuly in the eighth. Bentley out-landed the champion in several middle rounds, capitalizing on Alimkhanuly's apparent fatigue. Boks: Alimkhanuly vs Bentley

Alimkhanuly regained control in the final rounds. In a dramatic 12th round, he wobbled Bentley’s legs multiple times with straight left hands. Bentley showed incredible chin and heart to stay upright until the final bell. Official Scorecards debut, found his rhythm in the fifth round

While Alimkhanuly entered as a heavy 20-1 favorite, the "boogeyman" of the division was pushed to his limits by the resilient British challenger. The Story of the Fight The match unfolded in three distinct phases: Alimkhanuly regained control in the final rounds

The judges scored the contest in favor of the champion, though many fans and analysts felt the 118-110 card was too wide. Tim Cheatham Dave Moretti 116–112 Steve Weisfeld 118–110 Post-Fight Reactions Janibek Alimkhanuly Vs. Denzel Bentley - Boxing News 24/7