Usyk-Verhoeven ref had seen enough to end fight before bell
Summary
The referee in the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven boxing match said he stopped the fight in the 11th round because he saw enough to protect the fighters. The Middle East Professional Boxing Commission reviewed Verhoeven’s appeal about the timing of the stoppage and confirmed the result because referees have full authority to end a fight when needed.Key Facts
- Oleksandr Usyk fought Rico Verhoeven in a boxing match last month.
- Verhoeven appealed to the Middle East Professional Boxing Commission (MEPB) claiming the fight ended after the final bell.
- The referee, Mark Lyson, said he stopped the fight in the 11th round because Usyk’s attack was too strong and for safety reasons.
- The MEPB acknowledged the fight was stopped just after the bell but said this did not affect the decision.
- Referees have full authority to stop fights at any time to protect boxers.
- Verhoeven lost but was medically stable after the fight, and no wrongdoing by the referee was found.
- The referee’s decision was made in good faith with boxer safety as the main concern.
- Verhoeven wants a rematch after feeling he was denied a full 12 rounds against Usyk.
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