Both fighters returned to their corners, a mixture of adrenaline and focus etched on their faces.
Donald's corner immediately got to work on the cut over his eye, the result of Damon's well-timed elbow.
"That cut from Damon's elbow is nasty," Rick noted, leaning into his mic. "You know, I've spoken to a few of his past opponents, and they've described his strikes as feeling like getting hit with a hammer covered in needles."
Michael chuckled. "That's a vivid description, Rick. But it checks out, his power and precision are unmatched."
While the commentators were joking around, Damon's corner stayed cool and on task.
Victor poured water on Damon's head and then knelt down to look him in the eyes.
"So, what's up?" Victor asked casually, his tone more probing than concerned. "You're putting on a solid performance, but from where I'm standing, you can push further and finish this."