Conah Walker vs. Lewis Ritson: Live round-by-round updates

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Conah Walker (left) and Lewis Ritson (right) looks to return to the win column. [Image Courtesy: @ConahW on Instagram]

Conah Walker and Lewis Ritson look to bounce back from losses in an upcoming 147-pound contest.

On Saturday, November 30, Matchroom Boxing will host a boxing event inside BP Pulse Live in Birmingham, England. In the main event, Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai will battle for the interim WBC flyweight world title.

Earlier in the night, Walker and Ritson will be featured in the co-main event

Walker suffered a setback in June against Lewis Crocker, pushing his professional boxing record to 13-3-1. The 29-year-old from the U.K. now looks to get back on track with an impressive performance against Ritson.

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Meanwhile, Ritson holds a record of 23-4, including thirteen wins by knockout. The 31-year-old needs a win more than ever after suffering consecutive losses for the first time in his career against Ohara Davies and Paddy Donovan.

Saturday’s main card, including the main event between Edwards and Yafai, will air live on DAZN at 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. CT / 2:00 p.m. ET. Follow along with Sportskeeda for live updates of the 147-pound bout between Walker and Riston.

Watch Conah Walker and Lewis Riston face off before their showdown below:


Conah Walker vs. Lewis Ritson

Round 1:

Conah Walker vs. Lewis Ritson is underway. Walker opens up with a jab to the body. Walker does the same and comes over the top. Walker is taking no time to start opening up with various heavy punches.

Ritson attempts to slow things down with his jab. Walker's sharp jab pushes his opponent back. Ritson is sporting a high guard, leaving his body exposed.

Solid right hand from Ritson. Walker fires off several jabs. Walker goes down to the body again. Walker is changing levels and keeping Ritson guessing. Walker ends the round with a massive right hook. Ritson was injured to end the round.

Round 2:

Conah Walker charges forward and fires off his jab, attempting to set up a power punch. Lewis Ritson is trying to establish his jab, but he's looking outmatched at times. Walker's commitment to the body could pay dividends later.

Walker is building his combinations of his jabs and starting to gain momentum. Ritson is allowing Walker to dictate the pace of this fight. Ritson lands a solid body punch. Walker keeps pushing forward and executing his attack.

Walker throws out a barrage of punches to attempt to overwhelm Ritson. We're heading to the third round.

Round 3:

Conah Walker's forward pressure will likely break down Lewis Ritson in the second half of this fight. Walker lands a body punch, but Ritson counters with a sneaky left hand. Walker catches Ritson in the corner and makes him pay.

Ritson lands a solid body punch. Ritson's jab is mostly missing the target due to Walker's speed and movement. Ritson stays on the ropes too long and takes a temporary beating from Walker. Ritson needs to move.

Ritson is attempting to make adjustments, but he could be losing confidence. Walker ends the round with a left hand.

Round 4:

Conah Walker continues to push his opponent back with calculated forward pressure. Lewis Ritson is attempting to counter over the ropes, but he's not finding the most success in those situations.

Ritson's jab is looking better. Walker doubles up on his jab to the body. Walker's defense is starting to be put on display. Ritson hasn't found much success outside of his jab. The fighters exchange heavy left hands.

The action is picking up as Ritson refuses to be a punching bag. Walker is gaining confidence and starting to put his power punches together.

Round 5:

Lewis Ritson opens up with several jabs. Conah Walker responds with a massive right hand. Ritson reacts by temporarily shelling up in the corner, taking a beating in the process. Ritson's jab is showing flashes of brilliance.

Ritson will need to stay mentally locked in due to Walker's grueling forward pressure. Walker goes down to the body. Walker needs to cut off the ring more. Ritson is bouncing around the ring with ease.

Ritson stays in the corner too long attempting to counter. Walker is capitalizing on every time his opponent stays against the ropes. Walker is in the next stage of his game plan to secure a finish, increasing the volume and power of his punches.

Round 6:

Conah Walker is looking for his opening to finish this fight. Lewis Ritson is attempting to establish his jab, but Walker isn't allowing the punch to affect him. Ritson fires off a three or four-punch combination to catch Walker standing still.

Walker started this round slowly. Ritson almost lands a massive counter-left hook against the ropes. Walker fires off a barrage of punches while Ritson stays in the corner. Ritson finally pushes Walker back.

Ritson is showcasing some good work when he doesn't settle against the ropes. Walker isn't giving him much room to breathe.

Round 7:

A knockout from Conah Walker is becoming less and less likely. Lewis Ritson is playing things safe with his high guard. With that said, Ritson needs to make a change if he wants to actually win the fight.

Ritson puts together a solid three-punch combination. Walker continues to attack the body. Walker's forward pressure has slightly slowed down in this round. Walker could be starting to settle for a clear decision win.

Ritson lands a cracking straight right hand. Walker is allowing Ritson to gain some momentum and put his combinations together.

Round 8:

Conah Walker charges forward with more energy than the last right. Lewis Ritson attempts to push his opponent back with a three-punch combination. Ritson sits against the ropes, but Walker surprisingly doesn't capitalize on the opportunity.

Walker is alternating his punches between the body and head. Ritson's comfort level on the ropes shouldn't be allowed by Walker. Walker temporarily started to increase his volume while his opponent refused to get off the ropes.

Walker doesn't seem overly interested in getting a finish. To be fair, Walker is clearly ahead on the scorecards, potentially pitching a shutout. Walker is leaning on Ritson as they exchange in close quarters.

Round 9:

Lewis Ritson needs to go for a hail-mary finish to win this fight. Conah Walker quickly pushes his opponent back against the ropes. Ritson seems to be accepting the rest of a loss. Ritson throws out his jab. Walker doesn't slow down.

Ritson lands a sneaky left hand that catches Walker. Ritson backs into the corner and Walker punishes him with a few punches. Ritson is trying to catch Walker with a big counter. Ritson's punches are primarily coming off the counter.

Walker comes forward with a massive left hand. Walker was gaining momentum for a finish before the round ended.

Round 10:

Conah Walker continues applying heavy pressure. Walker throws out a brutal combination. The referee is looking on as Lewis Ritson takes a beating. Ritson needs to do something to avoid the finish. Two minutes left.

Ritson slows down Walker's momentum with a combination. Ritson fires off a barrage of punches that catches Walker's attention. Walker pushes forward and eats several punches to re-establish his range.

One minute left. The fighters are finally showcasing the entertainment that fans expected. Ritson refuses to back down. Walker grabs onto his opponent. Ritson is showcasing his warrior spirit. We're going to the scorecards.

Official Result: Conah Walker def. Lewis Ritson by unanimous decision (97-93 x2 and 98-93)

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