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Liverpool’s Smith knocked Eubank down twice in quick succession in the fourth round before the referee waved off the contest. “Name me a Chris Eubank fight that has been respectful – not many. “I’ll do the rematch on my terms.”Eubank-Smith had gradually turned into an unexpected grudge match that erupted during fight week. But just as it seemed Eubank was getting a foothold in the fight, Smith came back strong in the fourth round. For Smith, victory marks the fourth stoppage win in a row as the veteran fighter continues to enjoy a purple patch, picking up the 33rd win of his career.
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