Liam Wilson, with a record of 13-3 and 7 KOs, faced Oscar Valdez in a clash for the WBO interim super featherweight title. Unfortunately, Wilson suffered a seventh-round TKO defeat at the hands of Valdez, who boasts a record of 32-2 with 24 KOs. One of the key reasons for Wilson’s loss can be attributed to his decision to brawl with Valdez instead of utilizing his size to keep the fight at range.
After the fight, Wilson shared his thoughts on the outcome, acknowledging that it was not the result he had hoped for. He expressed pride in being able to engage in a challenging battle with a seasoned Mexican champion like Valdez. However, Wilson admitted that he got caught with too many punches, leading to the unfortunate end result of the fight.
Reflecting on his performance, Wilson acknowledged that he may not have fought as smartly as he could have. While he started off well by using his distance effectively in the first two rounds, Wilson admitted that his emotions and heart took over, prompting him to engage in a brawl with Valdez. This shift in strategy ultimately worked against him and contributed to his defeat.
Despite the disappointing loss, Wilson remains optimistic about the future and the learning opportunities that come from such experiences. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share the ring with a world-class opponent like Valdez and emphasized the importance of growing from this defeat. Moving forward, Wilson aims to refine his approach and fight smarter in future bouts to maximize his chances of success.