Joe Cordina beats Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov on points to become two-time IBF super-featherweight champion
Two judges scored it 115-112, 114-113 for Cordina, the third gave it 116-111 to Rakhimov
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Rakhimov v Cordina
Cordina continues to have success with the left hook and it's still being battled at a frantic pace.
It could be four rounds in the bag for the challenger.
Image source, Getty ImagesRakhimov v Cordina
Barry Jones
Former world champion on BBC Radio 5 live
He feels stronger than Rakhimov and the rounds are tight up until two minutes.
Steve Bunce
Boxing expert on BBC Radio 5 Live
Cordina's boxing beautifully. He's picking his shots and some of the counters were unbelievable and he certainly hurt Rakhimov. Conditioning is soon going to become a factor.
Rakhimov v Cordina
Rakhimov starts positively, backing Cordina on to the ropes but he fails to capitalise and it's soon into the middle of the ring with the Welshman starting to tee off.
Cordina's footwork is giving him a great platform to launch attacks.
It's being fought at an incredible pace.
Image source, Getty ImagesRakhimov v Cordina
Steve Bunce
Boxing expert on BBC Radio 5 Live
Rakhimov staggered back to the corner, he nearly fell into the arms of Freddie Roach. That round was how I expected seven, eight or nine to be, this was a furious round.
Rakhimov v Cordina
Cordina doing some damage here and we've barely got going.
Rakhimov's preference to stay in the pocket seems to be backfiring.
Rakhimov v Cordina
Great work in the pocket from both fighters but Cordina seems to be having more success.
He drops Rakhimov with a hook to the body late in the round.
Image source, ReutersRakhimov v Cordina
Steve Bunce
Boxing expert on BBC Radio 5 Live
We have seen a pattern set, one we expected and one where Cordina is having to work really hard to maintain control.
Rakhimov v Cordina
Rakhimov attempts to keep a tight guard and creep towards Cordina, hoping to impose himself but the Welshman lands some crisp shots to set out his stall early on.
Cordina ate a couple of punches late in the round but uses neat footwork to dip out of danger.
Image source, PA MediaRakhimov v Cordina
Robes are off, gloves have been touched and we're ready to go in this IBF super-featherweight title contest.
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Image source, Matchroom BoxingRakhimov v Cordina
Two undefeated fighters put it on the line... we're moments away from the first bell as their respective national anthems ring around the Cardiff International Arena.
Image source, Head to head stats of Rakhimov v Cordina
Michael Pearlman
BBC Sport Wales at Cardiff International Arena
That was absolutely spine-tingling watching Joe Cordina enter the ring to Yma o Hyd.
We are so lucky to do this job.
A really wonderful moment for Welsh boxing fans here in the Cardiff International Arena.
Rakhimov v Cordina
Now for the defending champion, Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov.
He's no stranger to fighting overseas - his last four fights have been in Abu Dhabi, Russia, USA and South Africa.
Steve Bunce
Boxing expert on BBC Radio 5 Live
Joe Cordina is so proud, so relaxed, so focused. Rarely do you see a man under so much pressure and be so calm.
Rakhimov v Cordina
Cheers for the heads up on that one Michael.
It's not just the crowd that are pumped by the appearance of Dafydd Iwan, Joe Cordina looks up for this one as he exchanges a fist bump with Iwan and makes his way to the ring.
Image source, ReutersMichael Pearlman
BBC Sport Wales at Cardiff International Arena
Joe Cordina is pulling out all the stops tonight with the razzmatazz turned up a level for his ring walk.
Not since Joe Calzaghe was serenaded by Tom Jones has a more popular Welsh musical act been involved with boxing than tonight, with Dafydd Iwan in attendance to perform his, well, let's be honest here, Welsh anthem, Yma o Hyd.
The official song of Wales' first World Cup appearance since 1958, it is guaranteed to pump up a Cardiff crowd.
Trust me on that one.
As Joe Cordina goes in search of a title tonight, it seems like the perfect opportunity to look back at another former world champion from Wales - Joe Calzaghe.
'The Pride of Wales' beat Bernard Hopkins, almost 15 years to the day, to win The Ring light-heayvweight title.
'It was a terrific time in my career' - Calzaghe
BBC Radio 5 Live
Welsh boxing legend Joe Calzaghe, speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, says: "It's a great atmosphere here, a tough fight for Joey. Unfortunately he had the title taken off him. I saw Rakhimov fight, he's a tough opponent but I think Joe Cordina has the boxing skills and the boxing IQ to do it.
"I had so many great nights here. There's a lot of pressure on Joey but I think he will do it and hopefully he can put in a great performance, it's going to be a tough night.
"He would not fight if he was not 100% so I expect him to go in and punch hard. He could stop Rakhimov in the first six round or possibly win by decision."
'Sweet Caroline', a staple at sporting events nowadays, is blasting out around the Cardiff International Arena... we're not far away from the main event of the night.