The Wardley-Clark Draw: Key Statistics

On March 31st, at a tournament in Greenwich, United Kingdom, British heavyweights Frazer Clark (8-0-1, 6 KOs) and Fabio Wardley (17-0-1, 16 KOs) clashed for the BBBofC British and WBO European heavyweight titles (over 90.7 kg).

In a fiercely competitive bout, Clark found himself on the canvas in the fifth round, but the match remained intensely close throughout.

The judges' decision resulted in a draw: 114-113 (for Wardley), 115-112 (for Clark), 113-113, after 12 rounds. This marked the first draw in the careers of both fighters.

Fight Statistics

According to Compubox statistics, Wardley landed 151 out of 476 punches thrown (31.7%), while Clark's accuracy was slightly higher, landing 157 out of 469 (33.5%). Fabio scored 66 jabs out of 231 thrown (28.6%), slightly less effective than his opponent, who landed 65 out of 222 (29.3%).

Wardley's main success came from power punches, landing 85 out of 245 (34.7%), while Clark landed a higher percentage of power punches, 92 out of 247 (37.2%).

What's Next?

The quest to determine the best British heavyweight prospect remains unresolved. Clark landed more punches overall, but Wardley's activity and power punching carved out rounds for him, leading to the draw.

A rematch seems the most logical next step. Clark was close to being knocked down several times, besides the moment he actually hit the floor in the fifth round, and the referee counted. Meanwhile, Wardley absorbed many punches and, in terms of pure boxing rather than power struggle, was behind in the fight.

Seeing the conclusion of this story to determine the strongest fighter would indeed be most intriguing.