Tim Bradley what a way to come out after a 10 month layoff, following a split decision win over Manny Pacquiao. Ruslan Provodnikov from Russia came into Carson,CA and gave Desert Storm all he can handle and then some. Maybe the fight could have been ruled a draw or even Ruslan could have won. Provodnikov early on in the fight knocked Bradley down a few times, yet was only awarded 10-9 rounds instead of 10-8. Referee called a few of those knock downs slips. Both showed heart and pretty good chins. Even when both fighters where hurt throughout the fight, basically out on their feet, they just kept throwing punches. Bradley hung on in the 12th round and escaped. Maybe he was saved by the bell because he was hurt and holding on for dear life. I'm sure fight fans would not mind seeing Bradley vs. Provodnikov again despite it was ruled unanimous decision for Tim. Certainly action packed fight each and every round. Encore ! Bradley also acknowledged in post fight interview he may have had a concussion.
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