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Roach Falls Short in Title Fight | Boxing News
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Lamont Roach Jr. suffered a crushing defeat in his bid for the WBC lightweight title, losing a unanimous decision to William Zepeda — a fighter he underestimated as a “one-trick pony.” Zepeda’s superior footwork, relentless pressure, and overwhelming punch volume exposed Roach’s strategy, leaving him unable to adjust mid-fight. At 30, Roach acknowledged Zepeda’s flawless execution and game plan, admitting he was outclassed from start to finish. This marks Roach’s second failed attempt at becoming a two-division champ, while Zepeda now holds the WBC lightweight crown — having landed more clean shots than any opponent before. Roach must now regroup and rethink his path forward after this decisive loss.
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