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Dillian Whyte marked his long-awaited return to the ring with a gritty stoppage victory over Ghana’s Ebenezer Tetteh, as the Ghanaian’s corner pulled him out after seven rounds of an entertaining heavyweight firefight at the Europa Point Sports Complex in Gibraltar.
The win is a crucial step forward for the 36-year-old Whyte, who has been plagued by inactivity since his 2022 majority decision win over Jermaine Franklin. After just three rounds against Christian Hammer in March, Whyte entered the ring knowing that anything less than victory would derail his hopes of securing a lucrative matchup in the heavyweight division's talent-laden hierarchy.
A Barroom Brawl from the Start
The opening rounds set the tone for a bruising encounter. The first round was less of a boxing match and more of a barroom brawl, with both men swinging wildly in an attempt to assert dominance. By the second round, the furious pace had taken its toll, leaving both fighters visibly winded.
In the third round, Whyte began to show glimpses of the calculated aggression that has made him a perennial contender in the division. Using his jab to create openings, he landed powerful right hands to Tetteh’s head and punishing left hooks to the body. Despite the onslaught, Tetteh’s resilience kept the fight competitive.
A Grueling Mid-Fight Battle
Tetteh, known for his toughness despite being stopped by Daniel Dubois in a single round five years ago, was determined to push Whyte to his limits. The Ghanaian stormed back in the fourth round, forcing Whyte to adjust and box more cautiously behind his jab.
By the sixth round, Whyte had reestablished control and had Tetteh in serious trouble. A barrage of punches left Tetteh reeling, but a miscalculated left hook from Whyte saw him overextend and hit the canvas himself, momentarily halting his momentum and giving Tetteh a much-needed breather.
Dillian Whyte Seals the Deal
The seventh round was one-way traffic, with Tetteh showing signs of exhaustion and Whyte piling on the pressure. At the end of the round, Tetteh’s corner wisely opted to end the fight. Tetteh, ever the sportsman, embraced Whyte in a show of mutual respect before playfully shadowboxing in the center of the ring.
Whyte Eyes a Busy 2025
This victory marked the first time since 2019 that Whyte has secured two wins in a calendar year, an important milestone for the Jamaica-born Londoner. Whyte is now focused on maintaining an active schedule to regain momentum in his career.
“Inactivity killed my career, so I just need to be busy and get back to business,” Whyte said post-fight. “Tetteh stood up – he’s tough. I needed the rounds. I promised Buddy [McGirt, his trainer] I’d use my jab today, so he’s happy.”
Reflecting on the fight, Whyte expressed satisfaction with his performance while emphasizing his hunger to climb back into the title picture. “I hit him with a lot of shots around the ear and the chin – he’s a tough man. I needed the rounds because this is only 10 rounds in two years, so I’m happy.”
Whyte’s parting words signaled his intentions to reenter the fray among boxing’s elite: “I’m willing to fight anyone, and I’m ready to risk it for a biscuit.”
What’s Next for Whyte?
The heavyweight division is brimming with marquee matchups, and Whyte has made it clear he’s eager to step back into the big leagues. With his jab back on point and his resolve renewed, Whyte is poised to chase the biggest fights of his career in 2025.
For Dillian Whyte, this victory was more than just a win – it was a statement. After years of setbacks and inactivity, "The Body Snatcher" is back, ready to throw his name into the mix in boxing’s most exciting division.
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