Gradus Kraus expected a serious test from Sean Hemphill on Saturday night. Instead, the Dutch light heavyweight tore through him in 63 seconds at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, England.
Kraus (12-0, 11 KOs) attacked immediately, backing Hemphill into the corner while denying him any opportunity to settle into the fight. Once the punches began landing, Hemphill could not slow the assault or escape.
The 25-year-old connected with a straight right before launching a barrage against his pinned opponent. Referee John Latham stepped in, stopping the scheduled 10-rounder at 1:03 of the opening round.
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