Richardson Hitchins vs. Gustavo Lemos: Hitchins Secures Victory in Close Fight

Super lightweight star Richardson Hitchins faced a tough challenge in Gustavo Lemos on Saturday night at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, but ultimately emerged victorious with a 12-round unanimous decision. The official scores were 115-113, 115-113, and a controversial 117-111.

Hitchins, with a record of 18-0 and 7 KOs, showcased his boxing skills and landed clean shots throughout the fight. However, Lemos, the unbeaten Argentinian with a record of 29-0, proved to be a formidable opponent, putting Hitchins under heavy pressure and shaking him to his boots multiple times.

Despite the close nature of the fight, Hitchins felt confident in his performance, stating, “I felt I won easily. It was a good fight, though.” The bout was an eliminator for the IBF super lightweight title, setting up a potential showdown with division champion Subriel Matias.

Looking ahead, Hitchins expressed interest in facing the winner of the upcoming Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia fight, as well as the winner of the Matias-Liam Paro matchup. With his sights set on the top fighters in the division, the 26-year-old Brooklynite is eager to prove himself against the best.

Lemos, on the other hand, may have suffered his first defeat in the ring, but his performance against Hitchins earned him respect and raised his stock in the super lightweight division.

In a night filled with exciting matchups, the Richardson Hitchins vs. Gustavo Lemos fight was a highlight, showcasing the talent and determination of both fighters. As the super lightweight division continues to heat up, fans can expect more thrilling battles in the near future.