Brian Norman Jr. Knocks Out Santillan in 10th Round to Win WBO Interim Title in San Diego

May 19, 2024, 03:11 AM

Brian Norman Jr. delivered a dominating performance against Giovanni Santillan in San Diego, culminating in a brutal 10th-round knockout to win the vacant WBO interim welterweight title. The fight, aired on ESPN, saw Norman withstand early pressure and deliver significant damage, ultimately overpowering Santillan with a decisive uppercut. Despite the crowd's boos, Norman's victory was a significant upset, marking a notable achievement in his career after several underwhelming performances. Tim Bradley congratulated Norman on his victory, which positions him for future elevation once Terence Crawford vacates the welterweight title.