Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire was awarded by one of the world’s most popular sports magazine an publication Sports Illustrated as the recipient of the Knock-out of the Year Award by virtue of the knock-out that he scored against Fernando Montiel.
The two boxers were climbing to the ranks of the best pound-for-pound boxers in the world with the higher lists belongs to Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather. Donaire have proven himself that he deserved to be considered as a potential all-around fighter.
Nonito Donaire have an impressive record of (25-1, 17 KO’s) before he met the WBC/WBO bantamweight champion Fernando Montiel (44-2-2, 34 KO’s) held at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada last February 19, 2011.
The “Filipino Flash” proved his detractors wrong when he conquered the Bantamweight Division by smashing out Fernando Montiel and grabbed the WBC/WBO Title.
The way Donaire dominated Montiel was an impressive manifestation of his power. The way he throws the left hook was considered as one of the most impressive jab ever thrown in boxing. Fernando Montiel was caught in surprise and was knock-down heavily.
Here is the impressive knock-out video of Donaire against Montiel:
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