Up to date: Might 20, 2024 08:05 PM
Tyler Christopher after his victory in Birmingham
Tyler Christopher is on the hunt for titles after he prolonged his unblemished skilled report to 9 wins final weekend.
Christopher defeated Serge Ambomo on factors in the principle occasion on the Vacation Inn in Birmingham, England and stored his composure in opposition to his shorter, highly effective opponent refusing to get drawn right into a toe-to-toe brawl.
As an alternative Christopher evaded the 37-year-old Cameroonian whereas delivering measured scoring photographs on his strategy to seal a 40-37 determination from the judges. With the very actual chance of shedding his flawless report, it was a tactic that Christopher was adamant needed to be employed as a way to safeguard his future prospects within the skilled ranks.
“It was a pleasant and managed victory,” stated the 27 year-old Bermudian. “It was a bit like a bull and matador scenario, so I needed to undergo that routine and stick with the gameplan.
“I knew he was a really robust opponent and so I needed to evade him utilizing my footwork after which choose my moments once I may.
“When he did get in shut, I clinched once I needed to as a result of I used to be conscious of the power of his punches and so I did not need to get drawn into something loopy.
“He is identified to have brought on some upsets in opposition to up and coming prospects and along with his expertise I knew if he sensed any weak spot he would have taken benefit.
“It was about not taking any pointless dangers and doing what I needed to as a result of I’ve to consider my profession going ahead.
“I am actually joyful to have taken my report to 9-0 and hopefully there might be some greater issues to return.”
With one other win beneath his belt and his burgeoning popularity rising, Christopher is setting his sights not solely on difficult for an English title eliminator, however gaining better recognition from a televised bout.
“My supervisor thinks I am able to make a step in the direction of an English title eliminator,” he added.
“I undoubtedly need to go down that route, however I would additionally like to have some televised fights. I believe I am born to be televised with the best way I struggle and my persona.
“It may be a bit troublesome to develop your fanbase and so I need to be a part of these fights the place folks can see what I am about.
“I am able to go once more, however I do know I’ve to attend for the correct subsequent alternative.
“I am formidable, however proper now I am additionally happy with my development and simply really feel grateful that I get to do what I like on a regular basis and be within the place that I am in.”