Foster vs. Nova: Fight Statistics

On February 17th at Madison Square Garden in New York, USA, American O'Shaquie Foster (22-2, 12 KOs) successfully defended his WBC World super featherweight title (up to 58.9 kg) for the second time against compatriot Abraham Nova (23-2, 16 KOs). Foster, fighting as the counter-puncher, knocked down his opponent in the 12th round and won by a split but comfortable decision.

Judges' Scores

The fight concluded with Foster's victory by split decision. The judges scored the bout 114-113 (Nova) and 115-112, 116-111 (Foster).

Fight Statistics

Foster landed 139 out of 429 punches (32.4%). Nova's accuracy was 122 out of 701 punches (17.4%).

Foster connected on 51 of 203 jabs thrown (25.1%). His opponent landed 48 out of 364 jabs (13.2%).

Foster's power punches were significant: 88 out of 226 (38.9%). Nova's power punches: 74 out of 337 (22%).

What's Next

O'Shaquie has several contenders - Robson Conceicao and Muhammadkhuja Yaqubov. However, a unification bout against Lamont Roach or Joe Cordina would be most intriguing.

With Navarrete nearly confirmed to move up to lightweight, Foster and Cordina are set to compete for the status of the top boxer in the super featherweight division.