Nigel Benn vs Thulani Malinga II
On March 2, 1996, Nigel Benn (42-2-1, 35 KOs), the super-middleweight WBC champion, defends his title against South African challenger, Thulani Malinga (40-9, 17 KOs).
Benn vs Malinga II Stats
Nigel Benn is coming in to the fight on a 5-fight win streak with a 77% KO rate; his last fight was a 7th round TKO victory over Danny Perez, 6 months ago. Thulani Malinga is on a 5-fight win streak with a 34% KO rate, with his last fight being a points decision win over Trevor Ambrose, 7 months and 9 days ago.
Benn vs Malinga II Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Nigel Benn at 99-1 winning odds. Thulani Malinga really doesn't have much to present against Benn.
Benn vs Malinga II Result
Thulani Malinga defeated Nigel Benn via split decision in the rematch and wins the WBC title — in his first world-title fight. Malinga improves his record to 41-9, while Benn adds a loss to his record at 42-3-1.