Tony Aguilar vs. Corey Marksman: Live round-by-round updates
You know Tony Aguilar and Corey Marksman were destined to meet again after their first encounter earlier this year resulted in a draw. They will square off as part of the undercard of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry clash, which goes on July 20, 2024, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.
Aguilar boasts a 12-1 record with four knockout wins to his credit. The 25-year-old is renowned for his agility, footwork, and ring generalship, which was on full display in the unanimous decision win over Alexander Rios Vega in April 2024.
Meanwhile, Marksman holds a 9-0-1 record himself with seven impressive knockout victories. Displaying a solid 77.78% finish rate, Marksman will be keen on putting his power to use when he locks horns with Aguilar in the highly anticipated clash.
This is the perfect fight at the exact right moment for each of these boxers considering they both picked up one victory a piece following the draw. The event will stream live on DAZN with the opening fight expected to start at around 9 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. PT.
Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for live coverage and play-by-play updates from the Aguilar vs. Marksman clash:
Round 1
Both fighters trade jabs to gauge the tempo of the fight. A left hook and a tracking right-hand lands for Aguilar. Marksman counters back with a solid combination of his own. Quick jabs from Aguilar in what has been an evenly contested round. Good uppercut and left hook from Marksman with stifling jabs to close out the first frame.
Our Score: 10-9 Marksman
Round 2
Marksman is content countering Aguilar's strikes. Aguilar's nose bleeding from the stifling jabs from Marksman. High-level display of pugilistic skills from both fighters. Marskman is doing a good job fighting from the distance and countering every time Aguilar steps in range to land.
Our Score: 10-9 Marksman
Round 3
This fight so far has been as competitive as their first fight. Beautiful angles from Marksman to land a beautiful combination that stifles Aguilar. A one-two and a switch uppercut from Marksman lands that puts Aguilar on alert. A brilliant display of offensive prowess from Marksman so far. Aguilar wants to keep the fight in range and fight in the pocket. But Marksman has done a good job so far dictating the terms of the fight.
Our Score: 10-9 Marksman
Round 4
Aguilar starts out as the aggressor but Marksman does a decent job of evading the incoming offense. The fighters trade punches with purpose as Aguilar lets his quick hands go. A better round for the 25-year-old who's making the fight dirty in the clinch.
Our Score: 10-9 Aguilar
Round 5
The brawling combatant wants to build up momentum as he seemingly takes over the fight from Marksman. The fight is being orchestrated in Aguilar's terms as he lands a stinging one-two combination. Marskman pressures with body shots but Aguilar sticks and moves skillfully.
Our Score: 10-9 Aguilar
Round 6
Aguilar tracks down his opponent making the necessary adjustments to swing the fight in his favor. Both fighters trade leather with amplified drive. Marksman finds success with straight punches and the uppercut. A very competitive round.
Our Score: 10-9 Marksman
Round 7
It's still anyone's fight and the result perhaps hangs on how the last two rounds transpire. Aguilar looks like the fresher fighter but Marksman doing just enough to keep his opponent at bay. The fighters let their hands go with a sense of urgency. Double feint to the jab and a stinging right lands for Marksman.
Our Score: 10-9 Marksman
Round 8
Aguilar starts strong with a barrage of punches. Double jabs and straight right lands for Aguilar. It's an all-out swing fest with both fighters launching solid strikes in the clinch.
Our Score: 10-9 Aguilar
Official Result
The judges score the bout 76-76, 77-75, 78-74 as Marksman bags the fight via majority decision.