Carnage in the Capital Review

RACHEL WATSON VS SONIA CURRUTHERS

Watson kicked off the night with a comfortable win over the fighter from the Warriors gym. The Port O’Leith fighter’s southpaw reach made it difficult for Curruthers to get close and was able to hold the distance and keep her opponent at the end of a confident jab. This laid the groundwork for what proved to be a fantastic night of boxing ahead.

JOSE LUIS CADAVIERA vs ANDY NUNN

Explosive scenes in the second bout of the evening that saw Port O’Leith fighter Cadaviera make quick work of the man from Edinburgh. Cadaviera effectively utilised both the right cross and right hook which found Nunn on the canvas 5 times. By the end of round 2 the referee had seen enough, waved the competition off and raised the hand of Cadaviera.

CALUM PIERCY VS ANTHONY CRANEY

The atmosphere continued to build as Port O’Leith fighter Calum Piercy made his ringwalk in the hope of raising his record to 2-0. Craney had come for a war and a well-trained Piercy was more than happy to oblige. Piercy managed to push himself out in front by deploying some tremendous body blows and kinetic head movement in the second round which led to a well-deserved victory.

UKAASHA MOHAMMED IDDRISU VS TOM GALLAGHER

At the age of 18, Iddrisu displayed an unbelievably confident performance which showed a maturity well beyond his years. The Bloodied and bruised Gallagher soldiered on and managed to knock the off-balance Iddrissu down in the third round leading to the bout resulting in a draw. Iddrisu however had made his point with his superior skills and went on to win the Martin Holgate award as fighter of the night. A young man with an exciting future.

ROHAN CRAIK VS FRASER ROBERTSON

Also making his debut was Rohan Craik. Cheered on by a strong support, Craik got the win over 3 rounds by cleverly applying pressure and forcing his opponent into the corner. Effective combinations coupled with a relentless come-forward attitude brought the fight home for Craik who now gives the young local fighter a record of 1-0.

LOUIS SWANSON VS CHRIS NASSU

Fan favourite Louis Swanson entered the ring to the chants of ‘there’s only one Louis Swanson!’ and, spurred on by the support, didn’t let his fans down. By using his small but broad frame, Swanson managed to work Nassu on the inside which led to some devastating body shots that took the decision out of the judges’ hands. Based on his performance and support, we could see much more of Swanson in the near future.

KIERAN STEELE VS ROB CARR

Port O’Leith favourite Kieran ‘The Real Deal’ Steele proved why so many people follow this fighter’s career with such close attention. Displaying excellent skills and intricate footwork, the Aberdonian boxer was able to force the pressure and keep Carr on the back foot, leading to the victory over 3 rounds. Steele’s performance rounded off a great night of boxing in the capital and launched some exciting prospects into the mix!