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Crocker vs Donovan R7
Lewis Crocker has put on a masterclass in Belfast.
Two knockdowns to the good after a clinic in counter punching.
Six months ago, Donovan bossed the original bout but he lost on a DQ.
Crocker entered the rematch the underdog, but he’s showing bark and bite and brain and brawn.
BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND – SEPTEMBER 13: Lewis Crocker knocks down Paddy Donovan for the second time during the IBF World Welterweight Title fight between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan at Windsor Park on September 13, 2025 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)
Crocker vs Donovan R7
Donovan has now suffered two knockdowns and counts.
But trainer Billy Nelson now tells him to flip the tactics and get on the front foot.
The counter-punching has worked so well. Will the 180 be a mistake?
13 September 2025; Paddy Donovan receives a count from referee Howard Foster during his IBF World Welterweight title bout with Lewis Crocker at Clearer Twist National Football Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile
Crocker vs Donovan R6
Donovan now needs knockdowns or this will slip away.
But that could play right into counter-punching Crocker’s heavy hands.
Two 10-8 rounds must have given Crocker the lead and Donovan needs to match those scores.
Donovan down R5!
Donovan is trying to land combinations now, to take the upperhand and block Crocker counters.
Just when Donovan looks like banking another session, he is smashed again and folds.
Donovan gets back to his corner after the count and tells Andy Lee: “I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT HAPPENED”
Another 10-8 round to Crocker
Crocker vs Donovan R4
Crocker buzzed by a lazer of a left-hand uppercut but his legs stay solid.
Then he spins it by smashing Donovan back and wobbling him.
Donovan is clawing back from that early knock down and he is still struggling to adapt to Crocker’s shock counter-punch tactics.
Crocker vs Donovan R3
Crocker grabs a 10-8 round very early.
And Donovan now has a mountain to climb and starts it with a double-jab-right-hand.
And Donovan scores with a long left hand to the belly before the bell.
