'It starts to feel fishy': Rico Verhoeven opens up on Oleksandr Usyk controversy, appeal process, and the 12th round that wasn't
Rico Verhoeven recently discussed the controversial ending of his boxing match against Oleksandr Usyk. Despite a strong performance, Verhoeven faced an 11th-round stoppage that many believe was unjust. He expressed his feelings about the appeal process and the events leading up to the fight's conclusion.
- ▪Rico Verhoeven nearly achieved a significant upset against Oleksandr Usyk in Egypt.
- ▪The fight was marked by a controversial 11th-round stoppage by referee Mark Lyson.
- ▪Many viewers scored the bout in Verhoeven's favor despite the official scorecards.
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