Mario Barrios (USA) vs. Jovanie Santiago (PUERTO RICO) | KNOCKOUT Highlights

Mario Barrios made a triumphant return to his hometown on Saturday night, reclaiming victory after a period of setbacks. Barrios dominated his welterweight bout against Jovanie Santiago at the Alamodome in San Antonio, prompting Santiago's corner to wisely throw in the towel during the eighth round. Despite Santiago's display of courage, Barrios, with his height and strength advantage, delivered punishing right hands and left hooks throughout the fight, which was showcased on Showtime.
Santiago, with a record of 14-3-1 and 10 knockouts, succumbed to a body shot earlier in the eighth round before Barrios, with a record of 27-2 and 18 knockouts, landed a decisive right hand to Santiago's head, prompting referee Mark Calo-oy to halt the scheduled 10-round bout.
Barrios, aged 27, put an end to a year-long hiatus from the ring, marking his return since his defeat to Keith Thurman in February of the previous year. Prior to his victory over Santiago, Barrios suffered losses to Gervonta Davis and Thurman in 2021.
For Santiago, aged 33, this fight marked his return since his defeat to Gary Antuanne Russell in May 2021. Moving up to the welterweight division, Santiago faced a formidable opponent in Barrios.
Throughout the match, Barrios showcased his dominance, landing impactful blows including a left hook that sent Santiago to his knees in the eighth round. Despite Santiago's efforts to hold on, Barrios continued his assault, ultimately leading to the stoppage.
Barrios' effective jab and powerful combinations kept him in control for most of the fight, with notable moments in the sixth and seventh rounds where he staggered Santiago with precise punches.
The fight concluded with Barrios securing victory, demonstrating his prowess and determination to get back on the winning track in front of his hometown crowd.
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[@user-qk8mx6pi6b]

Nice fight

[@Eazyemphs]

Marrio looks big and beat the crap out of Santiago!!

[@josequiles6278]

peleas disparejas

[@NingsihUtami-wr9rb]

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[@user-sc6gw5ws3u]

Barrios is too much for small short arms Santiago..totally mismatch

[@JoseGonzales-nv5bo]

The arms have nothing to do look a Mike Tyson he has short arms

[@youngba_7589]

Tank didn’t have a problem

[@KING17626]

@@youngba_7589bruh this is santiago vs barrios get yo mind right lol u hurt barrios hurt ur boy🏆🇲🇽🇪🇸😆