'Insane' - Paul & Bellew react to Verhoeven stoppage
The stoppage of the fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven has sparked significant controversy among boxing commentators and fans. Jake Paul and Francis Ngannou were particularly vocal, expressing their disbelief at the referee's decision to end the match in the 11th round. Critics argue that the stoppage deprived both fighters of a fair conclusion to the bout, with Verhoeven seemingly in control until that moment.
- ▪Jake Paul called the stoppage 'insane', stating Verhoeven was winning the fight until that point.
- ▪Francis Ngannou agreed with Paul, asserting that Verhoeven was the true winner of the match.
- ▪Retired champion Sergio Mora described the stoppage as 'embarrassing', claiming it robbed both fighters of their opportunity for glory.
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