In a highly anticipated British heavyweight title clash, Brixtons highly charged Dillian Whyte managed to force tough Ian Lewison to retire at the conclusion of the 9th round of a scheduled 12, at the Hydro centre in Glasgow on Friday evening.. Both fighters were familiar to each other, both living and training early in their careers in Brixton, bringing some personal feelings into the mix.. regardless of the pre fight insults, both men gave a highly entertaining display, Lewison 12/2/1 (8 Knockouts) displayed deceptively fast hands in the early rounds, looking to land the bigger shots, while Whyte 18/1 (15 Knockouts) utilised his movement, using angles, backing the heavier Lewison up with a fast jab.. Whyte (253) could have sat behind the jab all night, but often decided to stand and trade with the immovable Lewison (273) allowing him the luxury of a stationary target.. in the middle rounds however Whyte began to up the tempo, forcing the pedestrian Lewison to test his fitness, to his credit, despite the weight, Ian maintained a steady pace and remained competitive throughout.. it was around the 8th round that Whyte jab started to take its toll, damage to Lewisons nose began to interfere with his breathing. Demoralised and taking further shots, Lewison struggled to catch breath and fire back by the end of the ninth.. Don Charles saw no reason for Lewison to continue under such duress, and pulled his brace fighter out before the 10th round. Dillian picking up the British title at a second attempt, paying testament to Lewisons toughness.. Ian inconsolable in defeat, took the bout on late notice, I've no doubt he can come again with better conditioning..
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