Boxing: Naoya Inoue Stops Paul Butler

[swordtrombonefish]

In the 11th round though and although completely outclassed Butler did well to stay with him that long.

'The Monster' becomes first undisputed bantamweight champion in 50 years

Inoue stops Butler to claim undisputed crown

Japan's Naoya Inoue stops Liverpool's Paul Butler in 11 rounds to become first undisputed bantamweight champion in half a century.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[Uwefuchs]

The only surprise is that Butler lasted so long, Inoue is brilliant.

 

[swordtrombonefish]

Indeed - looks like he's off to Super Bantamweight - I think Fulton has two belts there and is unbeaten to-date. Be interesting to see if he can dish out the same murderous punishment at that weight.

 

[Wez68]

Butler only survived so long as he was extremely negative , and Inoue was slightly below par .