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Pacheco’s weakness revealed – Boxing News 24

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26/01/2025

by And Ambrose – 01/26/2025 – comments

Diego Pacheco (23-0, 18 KOs) denied that Steven Nelson (20-1, 16 KOs) was the most formidable opponent he has faced during his career after beating him via a 12-round unanimous decision by scores 117-111 In Las Vegas.

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Although Pacheco did not name the fighters who gave him a tougher time, Sean McCalman and Marcelo Corres stand out as significant issues.

Exposed defects

Nelson was a nightmare for Pacheco, 23, as he stayed there until the later rounds and then came out strong in the 11th and 12th to crash. Pacheco was forced to stick frequently in those rounds to neutralize attacks. Pacheco did not look impressive.

Nelson’s defects are exposed in Pacheco

Not inside the game
Uncomfortable with pressure
Lack of Confidence: Nelson supported Pacheco throughout the battle, forcing him to give up land and the contract.

The performance showed that Pacheco is vulnerable and can be overcome by fighters who apply pressure and force on him. On the other hand, Nelson showed that Pacheco struggles even against non-residents if you can attack him relentlessly.

“Anyone in the top five,” Diego Pacheco said Post-fight press conference When asked who he wants to fight next after his win over Steven Nelson on Saturday night.

“Maybe skill-wise,” Pacheco said when asked if Steven Nelson was his toughest opponent. I didn’t feel like I was in any trouble on any rides. Maybe in the last round, where he caught me with some punches, I had to tighten up a little bit. Steven Nelson showed a big heart and a great chin. But other than that, nothing else.

“I showed off my skills, and my game plan was much better. I felt like I wasn’t tired in any round. I felt like I had the speed and control of the fight under control. I could have gone more rounds if the fight had been longer,” Pacheco said.