Foster Reclaims Championship in Close Rematch with Conceição

In the early hours of November 3 in New York, USA, the rematch between Brazil’s Robson Conceição (19-3-1, 9 KOs) and America’s O'Shaquie Foster (23-3, 12 KOs) took place for the WBC super featherweight title (up to 59 kg).

The fight went the full distance, with Foster edging out a split decision victory. The judges’ scores were 115-113 for Conceição and twice 115-113 for O'Shaquie. In their first encounter on July 6, it was Conceição who won by split decision.

Judges’ Scorecards

Fight Statistics

Foster: Landed 172 of 534 punches (32.2% accuracy)

Conceição: Landed 153 of 565 punches (27.1% accuracy)

Jabs: Foster connected 52 times out of 231 attempts (22.5%), while Conceição landed 59 of 268 jabs (22%).

Power Punches: Foster’s strength was evident, connecting on 120 of 303 power punches (39.6%) compared to Conceição’s 94 of 297 (31.6%).

Body Shots: Foster targeted the body 39 times, with 34 of those being power shots. Conceição landed 75 body punches, 48 of them being power shots.

What’s Next?

At 36, Conceição’s future in boxing may hinge on motivation and a desire to continue. Physically, he remains strong, leaving the decision to continue in his hands.

For Foster, he could defend his title or pursue unification. Potential challengers include Mark Magsayo and Eduardo Hernandez, each offering a stylistically intriguing matchup.

Other champions in the division, like Lamont Roach, Anthony Cacace, and Emanuel Navarrete, each present different prospects. Roach will face Gervonta Davis, while Navarrete will meet Oscar Valdez in a rematch. Cacace remains without an opponent, making him a viable candidate for unification with Foster.

However, the easiest bout to arrange would be against the winner of Navarrete vs. Valdez.