William Zepeda’s 884 Punches Expose Key Difference Between Roach And Shakur

William Zepeda’s CompuBox totals against Lamont Roach Jr. were impressive on their own. He threw 884 punches and landed 218 to capture the vacant WBC lightweight title by unanimous decision. The numbers become even more interesting when compared with his previous fight against Shakur Stevenson.

Zepeda threw 979 punches and landed 272 against Stevenson. The lower output against Roach reflected more than a drop in volume. It also highlighted a different tactical approach.

Instead of applying nonstop pressure, Zepeda picked his moments more carefully. He stepped inside with quick combinations, then moved bac