Takes the World Boxing Association (WBA) Continental North America lightweight belt

*Pauldo and Madueño ready for Wednesday’s fight Credit: WBA*

Miguel Madueño took the World Boxing Association (WBA) Continental North America lightweight belt from Justin Pauldo on Wednesday night with a split decision victory at the Whitesands Events Center in Plant City, Florida, Jesús Milano reports for WBA.

The Mexicans were surprised with a close decision of 95-95, 97-93, and 94-95 to win the regional belt of the pioneering body in the Americans’ hands.

As predicted, Madueño came out with his usual aggressive style and attacked at all times against a Pauldo who tried to move around the ring and counterattack taking advantage of his technical superiority. However, Madueño was incisive and could sometimes overwhelm his opponent to score points and take this great win for his career.

The 25-year-old fighter reversed his recent loss to Steve Claggett on November 14 and returned to winning ways with the belt in hand.

His record now stands at 31 wins, two losses, and 28 knockouts, while Pauldo’s record dropped to 17 wins and two losses.

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