Posted on 05/24/2026 6:43:08 AM PDT by UMCRevMom@aol.com
Usyk retreated to the corner and used Verhoeven's forward momentum against him as he landed a brutal right uppercut that floored the kickboxer and sent him halfway through the ropes from the chest up.
Although Verhoeven was able to beat the count, Lyson allowed him extra time to recover as Verhoeven's corner took its time rinsing out the fallen mouthpiece, which forced the mild-mannered Usyk to complain.
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... That video shows nothing..?
“That video shows”
The both physical conditions of Usyk after he landed a brutal right uppercut that floored Verhoeven sending him halfway through the ropes from the chest up.
Anyone that views that short video would agree with the verdict of his ‘knock-out.’ Verhoeven is just arrogant
Usyk stated that he does not see a reason for controversy around the decision of the referee.
“A few more bumps to Rico’s head and he could have major health issues going forward. That’s why the referees’ actions are absolutely fair.”
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