Klitschko defends heavyweight boxing title

Wladimir Klitschko has easily outpointed Bryant Jennings to defend his heavyweight titles with a unanimous decision in New York.

Wladimir Klitschko.

Wladimir Klitschko has beat Bryant Jennings to defend his heavyweight boxing titles in New York. (AAP)

Wladimir Klitschko has easily outpointed a game-but-outclassed Bryant Jennings in the champion's return to the United States, defending his heavyweight titles with a unanimous decision.

Klitschko was in control from the outset in New York in his 18th straight successful defence.

His jab and straight right hands kept Jennings from getting inside, and the unbeaten American had little chance of winning from distance.

The overwhelmingly pro-Klitschko crowd of 17,056 roared loudly with every thundering punch by the champ.

They chanted Ukrainian slogans when he entered the arena and when the decision was announced: 116-111 on two cards, 118-109 on another.


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