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Boxing Fans Spot the Moment
Boxing fans are up in arms after claiming they spotted the exact moment they knew Tyson Fury's victory over Francis Ngannou was "fixed". The Gypsy King secured a controversial split decision win against his MMA opponent in Riyadh last night.
Controversial Decision
Tyson Fury, 35, was knocked down for the seventh time in his career during the third round. The fight was marked by cuts and bruises inflicted by Ngannou. Judge Ed Garner scored the contest 95-94 in favor of Ngannou, while Alan Krebs and Juan Carlos Pelayo had it at 95-94 and 96-93 for Fury respectively.
Promoter's Exchange with Fury
Adding fuel to the fire, fans were left even more disgruntled after an exchange between Tyson Fury and promoter Frank Warren moments before the decision was announced. Many took to social media to express their belief that Warren told Fury, "Don't worry, you've got this," to which Fury allegedly responded, "Of course."
Outrage on Social Media
Fans took to Twitter to voice their frustration with the outcome of the fight and the alleged exchange between Fury and Warren. Many claimed that the fight was fixed, with one fan tweeting, "Frank Warren telling #fury you've got this in the ring before the scores came in tells you everything corrupt as f***."
Fury's Respect for Ngannou
Following the bout, Tyson Fury expressed his respect for Francis Ngannou. He praised Ngannou as a strong and skilled fighter, admitting that he underestimated his abilities. Fury also acknowledged the awkwardness and punching power of his opponent.
Ngannou's Surprising Response
Francis Ngannou, on the other hand, expressed his surprise at not winning the fight. He believed that he had won and stated that he knew he wouldn't win a decision due to being "a new guy in the house". Ngannou hinted at the structural business in the boxing world and the challenges faced by newcomers.
Overall, the controversial decision and the alleged exchange between Fury and Warren have left boxing fans questioning the integrity of the sport.
