Adam Azim Goes Ten-Round Distance Again, Outclasses Aram Fanyan
Adam Azim showcased his endurance by fighting through a ten-round bout for the second time in a row. After ending a consecutive six-fight knockout spree seven months prior, Azim was tested again, this time by Ukraine's Aram Fanyan. By the end of their match, the judges favored Azim with scores of 100-90, 99-91, and 98-92. This bout, featured on Sky Sports Box Office, took place at the AO Arena in Manchester, England. With this win, Azim's record improved to 9-0, with 6 of those being KOs. Earlier in the year, he had marked his first ten-round distance bout by outclassing Santos Reyes at the OVO Arena Wembley. A scheduled bout in June had been deferred because of an infection Azim had from a training injury. Despite the delay, he celebrated his 21st birthday and returned to the ring as planned. During the fight, Azim maintained his stance, keeping Fanyan at bay, who was constantly looking for opportunities with his signature left hook. While Fanyan managed to land a few good punches, Azim remained largely unshaken. Instead, he focused on his own strength, emphasizing his powerful jabs and dodging Fanyan's attempts. The bout had its intense moments. In the third round, Fanyan's left hook had Azim slightly wobbly, but he recovered swiftly. As the rounds progressed, Azim was cautious, avoiding any undue risks, especially given Fanyan's deceptive power. There were several noteworthy moments, including Fanyan's attempts to overpower Azim with wild right punches and Azim's continuous effort to leverage his jab. By the eighth round, both fighters intensified their strategies. Azim amplified his offense, while Fanyan used his left hook to push back. The ninth round had its dramatic moment when the referee warned Fanyan for an improper move, leading to some discomfort for Azim, though it was short-lived. Both boxers displayed their skills, but it was Azim who had the upper hand. With this bout, Fanyan's impressive ten-fight winning streak came to an end, and his record adjusted to 23-2 with 5 KOs.
