Ray Ford claimed the WBA featherweight title in a dramatic fight against Otabek Kholmatov, with Ford securing a last-second TKO victory in the 12th round. Despite being behind on the scorecards, Ford's resilience and skill led to a stunning win, capturing the championship. The fight showcased Ford's impressive performance and determination, ultimately resulting in a memorable victory.
What a moment for @raysavage856 😍 #KholmatovFord https://t.co/1zjGrzC4MH
Ford-Kholmatov is the definitely the Fight of the Year leader! That ending was the equivalent of a buzzer beater. Unreal theater!
In an unforgettable fight, Raymond Ford would not accept defeat. Not known for his aggression or power and seconds away from losing, he said, not tonight and became a champion. My Opinions and Observations column on the fight: https://t.co/irx8we5M7U https://t.co/SjntetOfiF
In an unforgettable fight, Raymond Ford would not accept defeat. Not known for his aggression or power and seconds away from losing, he said, not tonight and became a champion. My column: https://t.co/irx8we5M7U https://t.co/xOrs814TsX
Big accomplishment for Hearn and Matchroom to develop Ray Ford into a champion 👏 https://t.co/b6wA3ZMscX
My deadline coverage from last night's main event on ESPN: Ford Beats Kholmatov With Dramatic Last-Second TKO https://t.co/V55hW9bAi4
My deadline coverage from last night: Ford Beats Kholmatov With Dramatic Last-Second TKO https://t.co/0nsyAmH5KC Luis Alberto Lopez Stops Reiya Abe in Eight https://t.co/kwdWE31ooU
Look what a world title means to Ray Ford 🥺 ❤ #KholmatovFord | @raysavage856 https://t.co/1CMFPCvEFi
𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗦 😱 Raymond Ford was down on the scorecards and forced a 12th round stoppage against Otabek Kholmatov to become world champion 😳 https://t.co/KC3UlKJJJC
In a dramatic finish for the ages, @raysavage856, down on 2 cards, TKOs Kholmatov with 7 seconds left for WBA 126 title & Luis Alberto Lopez pounds Reiya Abe to retain IBF belt. Read & sign up for my #boxing newsletter: https://t.co/BkJb70Zopq #KholmatovFord @trboxing @EddieHearn https://t.co/OlFcBMkF6p
Raymond Ford scores dramatic come-from-behind TKO to win WBA featherweight belt - NJ Boxing News @raysavage856 @MatchroomBoxing @trboxing https://t.co/M3mKznHIRn
Raw emotion 🥹 @raysavage856 @EddieHearn #FordKholmatov https://t.co/XkJhERBMQT
Ford Beats Kholmatov With Dramatic Last-Second TKO https://t.co/1dEsWjLlBv
Fight Recap: Raymond Ford Shows Camden Courage, Wins WBA Featherweight Title https://t.co/rhehANxaWD NEW FROM @PRProSanDiego @raysavage856 stunner triumph
Ray Ford becomes world champion in come-from-behind knockout with just seven seconds left https://t.co/6LGKsAEwvs
Ropes held up Otabek Kholmatov so you can argue the ref could have called a knockdown there. An eight count would have ended the fight. But always a bad move to turn your back on the opponent. Kholmatov was ahead 106-103 on two cards with Ford up 105-104 on the other.
Ford needed the KO and stopped him with 7 seconds left. https://t.co/203f81Vj2L
Spectacular performance by Ford, who had a wake-up call in a close fight with Edward Vazquez in ‘22. Made changes, won three straight after that and now is a world champion. https://t.co/3ci3KjQelc
Otabek Kholmatov was ahead 106-103 on two scorecards heading into the final round. Ray Ford indicates he’ll move up to 130 pounds for his next bout and mentioned a bout with titleholder Joe Cordina. Both are promoted by Eddie Hearn.
RAY FORD WITH THE LAST SECOND STOPPAGE WIN TO CLAIM THE BELT https://t.co/1WPLKyfjNv
Ray Ford wins at 2:53 of Round 12. New WBA featherweight champ. Very good chance he was down on the cards. Wild, wild stuff. Shoutout Turning Stone.
SCENES 🤯 𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐀𝐘 𝐑𝐀𝐘 👑 @raysavage856 stops Kholmatov WITH 10 SECONDS TO GO IN THE FINAL ROUND!!! 😲👏 #AndTheNew #KholmatovFord https://t.co/EjLu9EzoQf
RAY FORD IS A WORLD CHAMPION 🥊🏆 #KholmatovFord https://t.co/zLgL7Zlxhz
IN THE FINAL MOMENTS OF ROUND 12. RAYMOND FORD HAS THE HEART OF A CHAMPION. https://t.co/FH3Xv6ru8B
CONGRATS RAY FORD, champ from NJ! https://t.co/VVhbprZEl7
RAY FORD!!!! GREAT SHIT!!! THATS HOW YOU LET THAT DAWG OUT AND COME OUT ON TOP YOU DESERVE IT!!
What a finish is right! Omg! Everyone is screaming if the ref should've stopped the fight or not!!! @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
Man, this Ford x Kholmatov fight is insane!!
Wow! Ford got him good! Kholmatov is running! What??? Ref calls it! Ford won!!! What???? @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
THE FINAL ROUND. HERE WE GO @ESPNPlus 🍿 #KholmatovFord
Kholmatov battering Ford in Round 11 and he’s cut badly under the left eye. Kholmatov now seemingly in control with blood smeared across Ford’s face. #KholmatovFord
Kholmatov coming back!!! @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
FORD CAUGHT HIM 😦 #KholmatovFord | LIVE on @ESPNPlus https://t.co/P1uliBV21e
6-4, Kholmatov heading into the championship rounds on this card. Fight on the table, been a good one.
Great 10th round for Kholmatov and then Ford cracks him at the 10 second mark. Not sure it was enough to take it back tho
Wow. That shot by Ford snapped that head! @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
Heck of a fight so far. Really good stuff. I have Kholmatov up 86-85 thru 9. #boxing #KholmatovFord
Big Round 8 for Ray Ford, the best round for either fighter thus far. He may have to sweep the final four rounds to pull out the win on the cards but seems in control now. #KhomlatovFord
RAYMOND'S ROUND. #KholmatovFord | LIVE on @ESPNPlus https://t.co/VrQEi1FenD
Impressive boxing and coach from the Ford side right now. Kholmatov gotta dig deep. HE GOTTA START PUSHIN FORD BACK. Great fight!!
This is a damn good fight. Kholmatov weathering the storm in R8 #KholmatovFord
Ford hurts Kholmatov with a series of left hands in Round 8, Ford appears to be breaking Kholmatov down with his heavier shots and pressure.
Oh snap! Ford got him good! @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
5-2, Kholmatov after 7. Kholmatov has been the far busier fighter so far, Ford still finding success in the pocket so let’s see how their gas tanks hold up down the stretch.
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#KholmatovFord good fight so far. I have Kholmatov up 48-47. #boxing
Tough good fight. @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
NO BACK DOWN IN THESE TWO. #KholmatovFord | LIVE on @ESPNPlus https://t.co/xo1zpdQJGY
Didn’t love Ford giving up his feet and boxing but he actually started to make it work for him down the stretch of the 4th. Otabek didn’t look like he loved the pressure. But following a puncher a risky. #Boxing
Otabek Kholmatov is looking awfully dynamic in there against Ray Ford. The Uzbek is just winging power overhand lefts in a competitive fight on ESPN for the WBA vacant featherweight title through three rounds. 3-0, Kholmatov.
Ford rocked by a left hand in rd 3, really rocked. Holding on for dear life as the round was ending. #boxing #KholmatovFord
Close 2nd round. Ford’s legs still not reacting quite as sturdy as Otabek’s to the power, but he got the cleaner work done in round 2. Very good jab. 19-19. #Boxing
1-0 Kholmatov. Good close round from both guys. I thought Kholmatov landed one or two more significant punches
#KholmatovFord up now. Really interesting fight. Read my story below and sign up for my #boxing newsletter. https://t.co/kawBLCHRtB
Good one coming up on ESPN in #KholmatovFord. Ford more skilled but he’s going to need to move for 12 rounds and he’s had a lot of problems making 126 recently. And Kholmatov brings the pressure.
Congrats Lopez! @trboxing @ESPNPlus #KholmatovFord
Nearly that time 😈 ⚡ @raysavage856 #KholmatovFord https://t.co/9uklZfym8t
Our Championship Doubleheader starts NOW 👑👑 #KholmatovFord | LIVE on @ESPNPlus https://t.co/1XBp9bX7wO
Backstage with @raysavage856 📸 #KholmatovFord https://t.co/DCDDDcm3I6
The motivation ❤️ @raysavage856 #KholmatovFord https://t.co/0uEHBmSoEt
Ray Ray arrives 📍 @raysavage856 #KholmatovFord https://t.co/LUQsIySTFD
🚨 LIVE NOW! 🚨 Join us for coverage ahead of a world title double header 🔥 #KholmatovFord x #LopezAbe https://t.co/BItSrOUEDj
Kholmatov-Ford, Lopez-Abe Live Undercard Results https://t.co/EW6Sv053ou
We've got a Bantamweight BATTLE. #KholmatovFord | LIVE on @ESPNPlus https://t.co/LTOTBAS834
Otabek is kind of a beast, I can definitely see why he’s the favorite tonight against an undefeated American in America. Southpaw, hits hard as hell and throws a lot of combinations to the body and head. Can fight tall and move around. Ford up against it tonight #FordKholmatov
Otabek is a kind of a beast, I can definitely see why he’s the favorite tonight against an undefeated American in America. Southpaw, hits hard as hell and throws a lot of combinations to the body and head. Can fight tall and move around. Ford up against it tonight #FordKholmatov