Both challenger, Adrian Diaconu (26-2, 15 KOs), and WBC Champion, Jean Pascal (25-1, 16 KOs), came into their bout Friday night at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada with their trademark qualities on full display. Pascal utilized his athleticism while Diaconu fully showed his characteristic tenacity through 12 quality rounds that ended in a unanimous decision for Pascal.At several points in the bout, both fighters seemed affected by their opponent's power, yet continued to trade on occasion.
As the fight progressed, Pascal remained ahead throughout based on sheer hand and foot speed, but Diaconu was never far behind.
