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Misael Rodríguez and Omar Chávez Finally they adjusted accounts About the ring after the controversial cancellation of his first fight. On Saturday night the ‘Chino’ He defeated the son of César del Boxeo by unanimous decision In the Potosí Arena in Mexico.

In a duel that was expected more, Rodríguez and Chávez They were very even in the vast majority of rounds. In the eighth the Chinese-who connected greater volume of blows-gained confidence and pressed the son of Julio César Chávez to ensure the last two assaults to take the victory in the cards (96-94, 97-93 and 98-92).

In the interview about the ring with TV Azteca, the Olympic medalist was very happy for the victory and assured that he is willing to give Omar Chávez a rematch, but for now Its goal is to look for a world championship.

“I am not denied to fight with anyone, Of course I am open to revenge. But my goal is in a world championship and is where I go. The truth is that I thank you (Omar), made a very interesting fight with that fever below the ring. The truth is that all that I have left is experience, I have to thank my rival, we are colleagues. In the end, he is the son of a great legend, my respect always for them, ”he said.

After knowing the result, the son of the great Mexican champion did not talk to the press And it is unknown what will be his next steps after having fallen in front of Misael Rodríguez.

It should be noted that the first time they agreed to go up to the ring in Pachuca, The fight was canceled After Chino Rodríguez He decided to retire because Chavez exceeded the limit of the sand weight for almost 6 kilos. This generated a rivalry among the Mexican fighters who ended this Saturday night with the victory of the Olympic medalist.

Misael Rodríguez, 30, was a bronze medalist at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games. The Chinese, as he is also known, has a record of 15 wins (seven by fast track) and no defeat.

For his part, Omar Chávez, 34, He moved away from an opportunity for the world title after falling to Chino Rodríguez. The son of the Mexican great champion has 41 victories (28 knockouts), 9 losses and a draw as a professional.

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