Gianluca Picardi captures WBA Mediterranean title after outclassing Malvitano – World Boxing Association
Italy’s Gianluca Picardi (13-3, 3 KOs) took a decisive step forward in his continental campaign, claiming the WBA Mediterranean super lightweight title (140 lbs) with a dominant unanimous decision win over fellow countryman Christian Malvitano (15-7-1, 4 KOs) on September 19 in Casoria, Italy. The judges’ scorecards told the story clearly: 98-90, 99-89, and 97-91. …