Ben Whittaker defeated Ezra Arenyeka by unanimous decision to move to 8-0 (5 KOs) in a 10-round fight marked by intense moments and controversial actions. The final face-off between the two fighters was fiery, with Whittaker grabbing Arenyeka's throat. During the fight, Arenyeka headbutted and elbowed Whittaker, leading to a point deduction. Despite these incidents, Whittaker dominated the match, showcasing his skill and showboating throughout the rounds. Whittaker expressed his satisfaction with the victory, although he mentioned he was aiming for a knockout. The fight should be scored 100-89 across the board for Whittaker.
Ben Whittaker receives headbutt from Ezra Arenyeka for showboating during dominant win https://t.co/jH76gtmhp6
"I wanted the knock-out - I was just having fun!" 😅 Ben Whittaker reacts to his victory over Ezra Arenyeka 🏆 #WhittakerArenyeka x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/gEZk6sKeUh
The headbutt from Ezra Arenyeka on Ben Whittaker 😮 Should he have been disqualified? 🎬 @SkySportsBoxing #WhittakerArenyeka | #BenWhittaker | #BoxingFans https://t.co/ZGxjgzqc7f
WHITTAKER OUTCLASSES ARENYEKA ‼️ Ben Whittaker puts on ANOTHER masterclass to defeat Ezra Arenyeka by unanimous decision in a fight marred by a headbutt and elbow from Arenyeka. Who would you like to see Whittaker fight next? #WhittakerErenyeka | #FightNight |… https://t.co/VobJySDvlY
Ben Whittaker beats Ezra Arenyeka by unanimous decision to move to 8-0 (5 KOs). Whittaker headbutted and elbowed by Arenyeka, but still clearly outclassed him over ten rounds.
FIGHT OVER! A dominant 10-round performance from Ben Whittaker who would have likely got the stoppage had there been another 20 seconds left of the fight. Arenyeka worked hard but never got close. SHOULD be 100-89 across the board for Whittaker. #WhittakerErenyeka |…
ROUND NINE (definitely is): Arenyeka's is starting to have a bit more of a go but Whittaker is just teeing off on him for fun. #WhittakerErenyeka | #FightNight | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2
The referee deducts a point from Ezra Arenyeka for elbowing Ben Whittaker ⚠️ #WhittakerArenyeka x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/8lJPOOYlv9
ROUND SEVEN: Really good stuff from Whittaker who's clearly frustrating Arenyeka hence the headbutt and then the elbow. Not a good look for the Nigerian at all. #WhittakerArenyaka | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2 | #FightNight
At the end of round six, Ezra Arenyeka headbutts Ben Whittaker! 😯 #WhittakerArenyeka x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/tOM5wPNHnr
Ben Whittaker showboating by guiding Ezra Arenyeka back to his corner at the end of round six and Arenyeka responds by headbutting him… https://t.co/xUSsdKX4rP
Ben Whittaker showboating by guiding Ezra Arenyeka back to his corner at the end of round six and Arenyeka responds by headbutting at him… https://t.co/cR8OHcfmDr
ROUND SIX: Arenyeka starting to slow down and he trudges back to his corner at the end of the round. Whittaker's body punching really start to pay off now and Arenyeka's headbutts him at the end of the round after Whittaker walks him back to his corner. #WhittakerArenyaka |…
ROUND FIVE: Arenyeka's growing in confidence a bit here but Whittaker is yet to go through the gears and it's still a clear round for him. #WhittakerArenyaka | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2 | #FightNight
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ROUND FOUR: Whittaker's having fun but Arenyeka does land a couple of nice shots which Whittaker barely blinks an eye too. Another dominant Whittaker round. #WhittakerArenyaka | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2 | #FightNight
ROUND TWO: More output from Arenyeka but Whittaker is in second gear and wins the round comfortably once again. A little bit of his notorious showboating to finish the round too. #WhittakerArenyaka | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2 | #FightNight
𝘼 𝙘𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠... 🔎 The final face-off between Ben Whittaker & Ezra Arenyeka got HEATED! 😯🔥 #WhittakerArenyeka x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/AQQtcnVvct
Ben Whittaker & Ezra Arenyeka's get into FIERY FINAL face-off 🔥 #WhittakerArenyek x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/6pGr06eBJL
Ben Whittaker & Ezra Arenyeka's get into FIREY FINAL face-off 🔥 #WhittakerArenyek x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/07mlvRdyNk
BEN WHITTAKER GRABS EZRA ARENYEKA'S THROAT AT THE FINAL FACE-OFF 😮 Will Whittaker steal the show once again tomorrow night? 🎬 @Boxxer #WhittakerArenyaka | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2 https://t.co/skNAMb5Tvb
BEN WHITTAKER GRABS EZRA ARENYEKA'S THROAT AT THE FINAL FACE-OFF 😮 Will Whittaker steal the show once again tomorrow night? 🎬 @SkySportsBoxing #WhittakerArenyaka | #BillamSmithRiakporhe2 https://t.co/vWMijssVpI
"It's all nervous energy, tomorrow's judgement day!" 😬 Ben Whittaker reflects on intense face-off with Ezra Arenyeka 🪡 #WhittakerArenyek x #BillamSmithRiakporhe https://t.co/1SY9BIwAx2