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Gary Russell Jr (USA) vs. Joseph Diaz (USA) | 4K - FULL HIGHLIGHTS #boxing #sports #combat

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Year2026

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🥊 FIGHT DESCRIPTION: Russell (29-1, 17 KOs) pushed through a compromised right hand while also withstanding a punishing body attack from the 25-year-old Diaz (26-1, 14 KOs) at the MGM Grand National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland on Saturday night, just a day before his father and trainer Gary Russell Sr. celebrated his 59th birthday. The 29-year-old Russell is now targeting major unification opportunities, including a potential showdown with the winner of Leo Santa Cruz vs. Abner Mares, as well as high-profile fights against 130-pound champion Gervonta Davis, three-division titleholder Vasyl Lomachenko, and four-division champion Mikey Garcia. Following his victory over Diaz, Russell stated his desire to pursue unification bouts and move up in weight for bigger challenges, particularly mentioning Gervonta Davis, who was present ringside. Russell praised Davis as a rising star from the same region but made it clear that a future clash at 130 pounds would be inevitable, suggesting Davis would have to step aside or risk being “run over” once Russell moves up. He also expressed strong interest in facing Mikey Garcia and revisiting a potential rivalry with Vasyl Lomachenko, whom he previously lost to via majority decision in their 2014 title bout. Russell added that he is open to catchweight fights and even moving up to 140 pounds before returning to lower divisions if necessary to secure a rematch. Footage rights provided by WSC Sports - https://tinyurl.com/anythingboxing #BoxingHighlights #Undisputed #Knockout #FightNight #Boxing #BrutalKO #BoxingClips #ko #boxingnews #boxinglegends #usa #knockout #fight #boxer #america #garyrusselljr