Posted in Articles on March 28th, 2010 at 8:46 PM


By: Kelly Brinkman

On Saturday, March 20th, 2010 in Dusseldorf, Germany, American Eddie Chambers had a chance to become the boxing Heavyweight World Champion. That would have been ideal, but things didn't go as planned for "Fast Eddie."  Instead of earning the title belt, defending champ Wladimir Klitschko 
knocked-out Chambers with a mere five seconds remaining in the twelfth, and final, round.

Despite some early jabs connecting with his giant 6'6" target, Chambers was unable to compete with his opponent's greater size, strength, and skill.

Klitschko appeared in control as he methodically dictated the pace of each round.  Defensively, he was able to keep Chambers at arm's length and protect himself.  On the offensive, "Dr. Steelhammer" worked 
Chambers over with arguably the best jab in the division.

With his victory, Klitschko remains the IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight title holder. His record improves to 54-3, with 38 KOs.

For Chambers, the outcome ends his five match win streak and his record falls to 35-2.  Look for Eddie to get back into the ring soon.