In a thrilling main event on Saturday, Yoel Romero emerged victorious against the towering Ras Hylton, who stands an impressive 6-foot-6, at the inaugural Dirty Boxing Championship (DBX) fight night held in South Florida. Romero delivered a stunning TKO with just 34 seconds remaining in the third round, showcasing his experience and resilience in the ring.

The DBX promotion, co-owned by MMA legends Mike Perry and Jon Jones, presents a unique boxing/MMA hybrid format that has already attracted attention from fight fans worldwide. The event marks a significant step for the organization and promises to bring new excitement to combat sports.

Throughout the first two rounds, the 47-year-old Cuban fighter took his time to analyze the strategy of his taller opponent, who is rumored to wear a size 23 shoe—a testament to his significant reach advantage. Romero's patience paid off in the third round when he began to capitalize on openings, eventually leading to the decisive finish.

This victory adds to Romero's impressive combat sports resume. After departing from the UFC in 2020 following a title loss against Israel Adesanya, he transitioned to Bellator, where he recorded a mixed record of 3 wins and 2 losses. Most recently, in a “pilot” event for DBX last November, Romero made a strong impression with a first-round finish over Duane Crespo.

As excitement builds around the Dirty Boxing Championship, fans are eagerly looking forward to what other bouts and promising fighters will emerge from this innovative promotion. Will Romero continue his triumphant return to the top, or will new challengers rise to the occasion? Stay tuned for more thrilling action in the ring!