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(08-10-2017, 11:25 PM)justafan Wrote: [ -> ]few one sided ones further down but if the top three fights on this card hold together it will be worth watching
http://boxrec.com/show/753993

Sadly the card has fallen away a bit but I'll still be paying $20 for the stream.
This fight could be dangerous for Hemi. Long time out of the ring and last fight was getting ko'd in a kick boxing fight. Has had stacks of injuries to hands etc.
Few rumours around the traps that Hemi could fight pretty light with a move down to cruiser being strongly considered but that's only what I've heard don't know for sure.
Tai is in great shape at the moment and has been very active. 
All things considered this fight might be more competitive than a lot of people think
Anybody watching tonights bigbash? Results,reports please.
Hemi "The Heat" Ahio on fire in return victory
RINGSIDE 01 SEPTEMBER 2017

Hemi “The Heat” Ahio has made his in ring return with a massive win over veteran Daniel Tai. Ahio has one the New Zealand National (PBCNZ Version) & IBO Oceania-Oriental Heavyweight titles.

The fight went the full 10 round distance with the judges scoring 98 - 91 (2 judges) and 99 - 90. The crowd was loving the atmosphere especially when fresh prince of Bel air theme song was played in the breaks. Ahio almost winning every round, knocked down Tai in the 10th round, which is extremely rare to see. Now that Hemi Ahio is back, who knows who will be next, however it's been said that Julius Long would be up for a fight against the winner of this bout.

Baby Nansen was featured on the main undercard for this evening, taking on Quinita Hati for the vacant New Zealand National (PBCNZ version) super lightweight title. Throughout the bout it was extremely close, however both boxers got slightly distracted when the buildings security alarm went off during round 2 and 3. Nansen won a very close fight by Unanimous Decision, winning her first title of her career.

Tyrone Warren took on Samoan Salo Ben Vui in a crusierweight bout. The bout ended in a Split Decision draw, however as close as the bout was a lot of people believed that Tyrone Warren won the bout. A rematch in the future should definitely happen.

Two quick Knockouts in the first round happen this evening with Cairo George knocking Nick Hikuroa by a damaging body punch, even though it seems the referee stopped it too early. And Nik Charalampous Knocking out Afatasi Fulava. Afatasi Fulava who showed a lot of talent, however struggled at the beginning of the round when he tweaked his knee. However one simple Jab from Charalampous and Afatasi Fulava knee completely gave out, forcing a stoppage to the fight.

Ruebin Webster had his rematch against veteran boxer Daniel Maxwell. Webster clearly won the fight by Unanimous decision, showing much improvement from when they first fought. Daniel Maxwell is looking to retire later this year, however he is aiming to get his second and last New Zealand title before retiring.

Tino Honey made his in ring return since a year ago, but this time fighting as a heavyweight against Sam Pulu. The bout was an explosive bout and there were some really close calls. However it was Tino Honey walking away with the win by Unanimous Decision.

Trish Vaka and Lani Daniels made their pro debut tonight on the card, both as heavyweight fighters. Both showed impressive skills and a lot of amateur experience was showing. Lani won her bout by Unanimous Decision however it was a very close bout. Next month Trish Vaka will be taking on Geovana Peres for the New Zealand National (PBCNZ version) heavyweight female title.

Missy Elliot made her debut against Mellisa Huruwai this evening. Mellisa Huruwai took the fight on only 12 hours notice, but despite that she showed a lot of skill and maybe would have won the fight with more notice. Elliot won the bout by Unanimous Decision with a Shortland Street TV Star in her corner.

And finally the battle of the pro Super Heavyweights open the pro card with Mike Barker taking Ofa Koloamatangi. It is believe that Ofa Koloamatangi might of broken his hand in the second round, since he reacted after hurting it and not using it much throughout the fight. The fight ended by Unanimous Decision to Mike Barker.
Noticed Hemi came in a lot lighter for this fight than he ever has been. Looks like his handlers are pushing for his move to cruiser.
Paul Gallen accuses 'fragile' Sonny Bill Williams of dodging boxing fight

Sonny Bill Williams celebrates with Ben Smith during the first Bledisloe test in Sydney.

NRL enforcer Paul Gallen says Sonny Bill Williams is dodging him and the Sharks skipper is close to giving up on his fight with the cross-code superstar.

The fight has the potential to earn Gallen big dollars — some say in excess of $A500,000 (NZ$557,000) — but after striking a deal to fight SBW, it looks like falling over because of a dispute with broadcasters. But Gallen smells a rat. He is of the belief that SBW is dodging him.

"I think the issue here is that Sonny is worried about me," Gallen said. "I've watched him very closely this year and he is looking a bit fragile.

"He's had a couple of head knocks and I think they are worried about what will happen when I get hold of him.

"They know that I am not like anyone he has fought. I will come at him and keep coming. I don't have a reputation as a boxer to protect.

"I don't want to fight anyone else except for Sonny and that would worry them. I've got nothing to lose and that's a concern for Sonny."

Williams made it very clear to this column that he wants to fight Gallen. SBW said that Gallen's sledging of him was a reflection of the kind of person Gallen is.

Gallen formed the opinion the fight won't happen after a long conversation with Williams' agent, Khoder Nasser.

"I want to say that I respect Khoder and he has put on 50 fights for Main Event," Gallen said. "He knows what he is doing and he is telling me that he wants the best possible result for me and Sonny when it comes to the finances. I have no reason to doubt him.

"I know he has my best interest at heart when it comes to the fight, but I can't understand why the deal has not happened with a network.

"Everywhere I go people come up to me and say they are looking forward to the fight and they reckon it would be the best fight in years.

"I'll be very disappointed if I don't get to fight Sonny because people want to see it. At this point, I really don't think that it will happen."

- The Sun-Herald
Sonny doesnt want that fight
(08-29-2017, 12:31 PM)justafan Wrote: [ -> ]
(08-10-2017, 11:25 PM)justafan Wrote: [ -> ]few one sided ones further down but if the top three fights on this card hold together it will be worth watching
http://boxrec.com/show/753993

Sadly the card has fallen away a bit but I'll still be paying $20 for the stream.
This fight could be dangerous for Hemi. Long time out of the ring and last fight was getting ko'd in a kick boxing fight. Has had stacks of injuries to hands etc.
Few rumours around the traps that Hemi could fight pretty light with a move down to cruiser being strongly considered but that's only what I've heard don't know for sure.
Tai is in great shape at the moment and has been very active. 
All things considered this fight might be more competitive than a lot of people think
After watching the fight I think the rumours are now confirmed. Not sure what Hemi weighed in at but he looked mighty trim next to Tai who is a really a cruiser himself but has bulked up a bit over the years. 
Tai fought a great fight and he is some kind of tough. Hope he's made some money out of his career he deserves every cent. All heart and guts. Not a champion fighter but has the spirit of a champion
Worst part about Friday night was that they announced a winner without the score cards and there was a couple of close fights.
Hemi was a clear winner but Tai was more competitive that the scores imh
91 Arnaru Harriman 98
91 Darcy Williams 98
90 Laurie Glozier 99