Overview
- Kavanagh, a late replacement for injured Asu Almabayev, prevailed on the scorecards 49-46, 48-47, 48-47 as an underdog.
- He battered Moreno’s lead leg with calf kicks and clean counters, wobbled him in Round 2, and controlled range down the stretch.
- The performance earned a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus on a 13-fight card that produced seven stoppages.
- Moreno’s downturn continued with a fourth loss in six fights, prompting renewed questions about his standing at 125 pounds.
- In the co-main event, David Martínez defeated Marlon Vera by unanimous decision, while veteran King Green stopped Daniel Zellhuber late in Round 2.