By Matt Grizzle
It took a mere 17 seconds for Kimbo Slice (1-0, 1 KO) to dispatch James Wade (0-2) in his Pro boxing debut Saturday night at the Buffalo run casino in Miami, Oklahoma.
In front of a sold out crowd of rowdy fans, the street fighter turned MMA combatant turned pro boxer decimated his over matched foe with a lethal right uppercut that propelled Wade out of the ring. Just seconds later, referee Gary Ritter waved off the bout, as it was clear Wade was not going to arise anytime soon. After several exciting but scary moments, Wade sat up and appeared to be responsive.
Kimbo Slice has put the boxing world on notice, and a KO win over an outclassed and inexperienced fighter may not impress the masses, but the excitement and energy he brings is enough to shine a glimmer of hope on the heavyweight division.
