New York, NY—-In an electrifying eight-round super lightweight showdown at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York City, Cletus Seldin (28-1, 23 KOs) emerged victorious over Jose Angulo (16-8, 9 KOs) in a hard-fought battle, securing a majority decision.
However, the night held more than just boxing glory for Seldin, as it marked a profoundly special moment. Post-match, amidst the charged atmosphere, the 37-year-old fighter expressed gratitude to his partner, Jessica Ostrowski, for her unwavering support. In a heartwarming gesture, Seldin seized the microphone and, in an emotional declaration, proposed to Ostrowski. Reflecting on their journey, he shared, “Three years ago, we both told each other, ‘I know what I don’t want in a relationship.’ Ever since then, I have found exactly what I want in a relationship. Will you marry me?” Ostrowski joyfully accepted, and the arena erupted in celebration as the couple walked around the ring, basking in their newfound engagement.
Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, Seldin wasted no time in asserting dominance, flooring Angulo with a thunderous right hand in the opening round, followed by a stinging left hook in the second.
Despite absorbing significant punishment early on, Angulo, representing Guayaquil, Ecuador, displayed resilience and gradually gained momentum in the ensuing rounds. A well-timed left from Angulo briefly rocked Seldin in the third, while a powerful right elicited cheers from Angulo’s corner. Seldin, known for his relentless aggression, began to show signs of fatigue as the rounds progressed, allowing Angulo to dictate the pace.
While Seldin initially dictated the tempo with his relentless pursuit, the fight transitioned to a more balanced exchange as Angulo adeptly evaded Seldin’s onslaught, showcasing defensive prowess.
As the bout entered its final stages, Angulo landed several clean shots, although he remained cautious in his output. Seldin, undeterred, continued to press forward, employing rough tactics, yet struggled to replicate the impactful blows from earlier rounds.
The judges’ scorecards reflected the closely contested nature of the fight, with scores of 78-72, 77-73, and 75-75 ultimately favoring Seldin.
With this victory, Seldin sets the stage for an exciting chapter in his illustrious career, poised for further triumphs in the ring.
