Brandon Figueroa was losing badly to Nick Ball, his corner encouraged him, and, like Rocky, he achieved a harrowing knockout in the last round to become the WBA featherweight king
Brandon Figueroa won a dramatic last-round knockout against Nick Ball to become the WBA featherweight champion after being dominated for most of the fight.
Boxing Fights TODAY Saturday, February 7: Schedules and Where to Watch LIVE Events
This weekend, the world of boxing may see a new champion with a card in England featuring Mexican fighters, notably Nick Ball and Brandon Figueroa competing for the WBA featherweight title.
Nick Ball revels in showing size doesn't matter in world title campaign
Nick Ball prepares to defend his featherweight world title against Brandon Figueroa in Liverpool, emphasizing that his smaller stature does not limit his boxing abilities.
Boxing Tonight: UK start times, live stream, TV channel and fight card
Nick Ball is set to defend his world featherweight title against Brandon Figueroa in Liverpool, with the fight broadcasted live on UK television.
Nick Ball must win in style to land blockbuster fight he's been waiting for
Nick Ball defends his WBA featherweight title against Brandon Figueroa in Liverpool, aiming for a potential fight with Naoya Inoue.
I've been where Nick Ball finds himself vs Brandon Figueroa - here's what he must do to win
Nick Ball is set to defend his WBA featherweight title against Brandon Figueroa in Liverpool, and he must leverage his home advantage to overcome challenges in the fight.
Lucas Biswana eager to steal some of Nick Ball's limelight ahead of return
Lucas Biswana aims to make a strong impression on the undercard while Nick Ball defends his WBA featherweight title at the Echo Arena in Liverpool.