Muhsin Cason KO1 Lamont Capers ... On Saturday, cruiserweight Muhsin “The Muslim Boxer” Cason (12-0, 9 KOs) registered a first-round knockout over late replacement Lamont Capers (11-22-5, 2 KOs). The scheduled six-round bout, promoted by Teflon Promotions, took place at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia. Cason landed two overhand rights, the first one landed flush on the face of Capers, sending him to the canvas in the early part of the round. The second one, identical to the first, sent Capers to the deck for good, ending the bout in round one. [It was Capers' seventh straight loss].

 

"This past Saturday I landed two really hard overhand rights that landed perfectly,” said Cason, who is advised by Amer Abdallah. “First one knocked him down, second one finished the job. It was all over in the blink of an eye. I wish Capers well in his career and I’m thankful that he stepped in the ring with me on late notice."

 

“Muhsin Cason continues to show tremendous growth in his progression as a true cruiserweight.” Abdallah said, after the great performance. “Muhsin Cason continues to show consistent progression as a growing force in the cruiserweight division.” Abdallah said, after the great performance. “The plan is to get him right back under the lights as soon as possible and keep him busy. Each fight, he shows more experience, precision and overall ring generalship. I’m excited for what’s next.”

 

“The cruiserweight division is wide open and I’m hoping by the end of the year I’ll be in a position to fight for a regional title,” Cason concluded. “Next year I have a vision to be crowned world champion, God willing.”