The much-awaited clash between super middleweight rivals delivered the anticipated clash of styles, with Plant’s boxing skills dominating the early rounds before Benavidez's high-volume power punching took over. After 12 grueling rounds before a packed arena, the two fighters buried the hatchet, hugging and showing mutual respect.

Reflecting on the fight, Benavidez acknowledged that there was bad blood between them but he was pleased that they settled their differences in the ring like men. Plant also echoed similar sentiments, stating that despite the heated rivalry, they resolved their conflict in the ring. CompuBox statistics show that Benavidez outscored Plant in power punches (180-68) while also landing more jabs (30-23). Plant threw more punches (624-551) but was unable to withstand Benavidez's late surge.

About Paulie TV:

Paulie TV is the offical media outlet for Paulie Malignaggi who is a retired American professional boxer who competed from 2001 to 2017.

Paulie held multiple world titles in two weight classes during his career, including the IBF junior welterweight title and the WBA welterweight title. He retired with a professional record of 36 wins, 8 losses, and 7 knockouts.

After retiring from boxing, Malignaggi became a boxing commentator and analyst, providing commentary on various platforms, including Showtime and Sky Sports. He has also worked as a trainer and cornerman for several fighters, including Conor McGregor during his preparations for his boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2017.

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