Azumah Nelson vs Pernell Whitaker
On May 19, 1990, Pernell Whitaker (21-1, 12 KOs), the lightweight WBC and IBF champion, defends his titles against former world champion Azumah Nelson (31-1, 23 KOs).
Nelson vs Whitaker Stats
Azumah Nelson is coming in to the fight on a 18-fight win streak with a 71% KO rate; his last fight was a 12th round KO victory over Jim McDonnell, 6 months and 14 days ago. Pernell Whitaker is on a 6-fight win streak with a 54% KO rate, with his last fight being a unanimous decision win over Freddie Pendleton, 3 months and 16 days ago.
Nelson vs Whitaker Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 84.8-15.2 in favor of Pernell Whitaker. Azumah Nelson is going to look good in the fight but he won't be able to do enough to win. Whitaker should win this fight.
Nelson vs Whitaker Result
Pernell Whitaker defeated Azumah Nelson via unanimous decision and successfully defended his WBC and IBF lightweight titles. Whitaker improves his record to 22-1, while Nelson adds a loss to his record at 31-2.