Nigel Benn vs Thulani Malinga 2
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 2 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 2 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 2 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.