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Punch stats from Tyson Fury's highly controversial win over Francis Ngannou appear to show that The Gypsy King deserved his dubious victory.
The Controversial Fight
Fury's split-decision win over former UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou was labeled a "fix" by some fans as they believe Ngannou did enough to win.
The Punch Stats
According to Compubox, the punch stats indicate that Fury's victory was deserved. Fury landed more punches in six of the 10 rounds and had a higher percentage of punches landed in seven rounds.
Ngannou's Strength
Despite Fury's punch stats, fans argue that the numbers do not tell the whole story. They believe Ngannou landed more significant and damaging shots throughout the fight.
Gracious in Defeat
Despite the controversy, Ngannou was gracious in defeat and expressed his desire for a rematch to improve. Fury acknowledged Ngannou's skill and praised his strength and boxing ability.
