The 30-year-old Charlo established the pace he desired for the fight early on, leveraging his superior reach to keep Derevyanchenko (13-3, 10 KO) at a distance, prompting the Ukrainian to become increasingly desperate as the match progressed.

In the latter part of the third round, Derevyanchenko, aged 34, came close to being knocked down, prompting him to adopt a more aggressive approach thereafter. Both fighters experienced moments of being rocked in the eighth round, with Derevyanchenko visibly staggered, although Charlo didn't have a significant opportunity to capitalize on this before the round ended.

As the fight progressed, both of Derevyanchenko's eyes sustained cuts and were nearly swollen shut, yet the seasoned former amateur boxer continued to fight valiantly, ensuring a competitive encounter. Following the bout, before the scores were announced, Charlo demonstrated considerable respect for Derevyanchenko, acknowledging his opponent's tenacity and skill.

Once again, Derevyanchenko found himself in a high-quality title fight, bringing his record in world title bouts to 0-3 against Charlo, Gennadiy Golovkin, and Daniel Jacobs. Defeating him requires a high level of skill, and this bout likely marked the first time that it was evident to the majority that he had been convincingly defeated.

Reflecting on his performance, Charlo expressed satisfaction with his execution of the game plan and passing the test presented by Derevyanchenko. Looking ahead, he remained humble about his achievements and expressed readiness to return to the drawing board to plan his next steps.

Acknowledging Derevyanchenko's toughness, Charlo admitted he was prepared for a challenging fight and emphasized his own ability to maintain composure and control throughout the match. Although he aimed for a knockout victory to make a statement, Charlo emphasized that securing the win was significant enough in itself.

Regarding his future plans, Charlo refrained from issuing any specific challenges, indicating his openness to facing bigger opponents and his trust in his team's decision-making process. He emphasized the ongoing growth and learning process in his career, highlighting his commitment to continuous improvement.

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