POSTOL STOPS 'LA MAQUINA' MATTHYSSE IN 10

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A New Crown, the Power of Innovation, and the Eternal Legacy of Sal Sánchez

By Mauricio Sulaimán / WBC President / Son of José Sulaimán

A new world champion shook the boxing world on Saturday with a display of courage, valor, …

CARSON, CA -- In a major upset, Viktor Postol of Ukraine (28-0-0, 12KO) stopped highly favored Lucas Matthysse of Argentina (37-3-0, 34KO) in the 10th round at the StubHub Center here Saturday night and became the new WBC super lightweight champion. Time of stoppage: 2:58 in round 10.