Vic Darchinyan vs Luis Maldonado
On June 3, 2006, Vic Darchinyan (25-0, 20 KOs), the flyweight IBF champion, defends his title against Mexican challenger, Luis Maldonado (31-1-1, 23 KOs).
Darchinyan vs Maldonado Stats
Vic Darchinyan is coming in to the fight on a 25-fight win streak with a 80% KO rate; his last fight was a 8th round TKO victory over Diosdado Gabi, 3 months ago. Luis Maldonado is coming off a draw with a 69% KO rate, with his last fight being a majority decision loss to Cristian Mijares, 3 months and 10 days ago.
Darchinyan vs Maldonado Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Vic Darchinyan at 99-1 winning odds. Luis Maldonado really doesn't have much to present against Darchinyan.
Darchinyan vs Maldonado Result
Vic Darchinyan stopped Luis Maldonado via TKO in the 8th round of the 12-round world-title fight, and successfully defended his IBF flyweight title. Darchinyan improves his record to 26-0 (21 KOs), while Maldonado adds a loss to his record at 31-2-1.