Hitchins dethrones Paro, takes IBF World title

Richardson Hitchins (19-0) is the new IBF World super-lightweight champion.

Hitchins on Saturday night in San Juan, Puerto Rico dethroned Liam Paro (25-1) of Australia.

Hitchins won via split decision (116:112, 116:112 and 111:117).

“I was just hoping that they didn’t rob me,” said Hitchins in a post-match presser.

“Once I figured out the timing on the right hand, I started taking over. I knew I was going to get him,” he said.

“Tonight, I showed him I’m on a different level,” said Hitchins.