Darius Fulgham (16-1-1) came out on top tonight in his main event against Diego Pacheco (26-1, 19 KOs). Fulgham was clearly physically and mentally prepared for a grueling fight, and he said he came in prepared to never take a step back and it was exactly that kind of physicality and fortitude that overwhelmed Pacheco.
Fulgham said his focus was different for this fight after being counted out by fans for past performances, with the mindset that he was going to prove everybody wrong in this one. He
did just, and his tenacity paid off big time on a big stage, earning him options going forward.
In the post-fight interview Fulgham mentioned the likes of Canelo Alvarez, Jaime Munguia, or a rematch with Bektemir Melikuziev, saying he’s in position and ready and willing to take on all top opponents at 168 lbs. Eddie Hearn would also reveal that Pacheco has a rematch clause for this fight, but it remains to be seen whether that’s the path Pacheco will pursue.
Who would you most like to see Fulgham in with next after his tonight win, and do you want to see an immediate rematch with Pacheco?
