By the sixth round, things changed. Banke used pressure and timing to break through and score two knockdowns that decisively changed the game. Since then, Skar has worked hard to adjust to his form. His output dropped, his movements slowed, and he absorbed long stretches of work with no answers.

Banks remain disciplined. Instead of rushing to finish, he continued to push Skaar back, mixing up shots and forcing exchanges at a pace Skaar couldn’t control. As the rounds wore on, more knockdowns followed, with Skarr spending more time reacting than attacking.

The end came too late. With about 20 seconds left in the twelfth round, Bank knocked down Scull again, causing the referee to stop the fight. The stoppage ended a battle that tilted heavily toward Bank after midfield.

Bank improved to 18-0 with 10 knockouts and defended its district title. This win is significant considering Skarr’s background, including a previous performance against Canelo Alvarez over 12 rounds. This time, durability wasn’t enough. Bank’s youth and constant pressure decided the fight.

For banks, this is clear progress. He handled higher-level opposition, adjusted after a slow start and finished the game decisively. For Skaar, who currently has a record of 23-2, this night exposed the limits when he was forced to play at a pace he had no control over.