The IKF European Title bill topper between Ryan Edmundson & John Whittam came to an abrupt end in round two with Whittam suffering a comprehensive stoppage.
On the night Edmundson looked to be probably the best fighter in the world at his weight, having captured the WRSA world title at Super Welterweight only a few months previously.
Having stepped up to face Whittam the current world #4 and undefeated at 10-0, it looked to be an interesting match up, although at 27-2 Edmundson was still favourite to win.
The first round was lively with both men exchanging good combinations but neither totally committing. It was only in the second that things livened up and mid-round Edmudson unleashed a stunning left hook that sent the Team Bulldog fighter to the canvas. He made it up at 8 but was sent down again by a combination of punches and kicks. Again he made it to his feet showing all the heart in the world, and even rallied, forcing Edmundson into his own corner.
An excited crowd roared with approval but it was short lived as a final head kick finished the job.
It was a brave effort but on the day Edmundson was just too much for John Whittam and becomes the new IKF European Light Middleweight Champion.
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