Top Illegal Blows in Boxing History: From Mayweather vs Ortiz to Tyson’s Ear Bite

Опубликовано 12 октября 2024, 12:01

Boxing is a sport where emotions and intensity run high, and sometimes, fighters cross the line between fair play and foul play. Some of the most infamous illegal blows in boxing history have left lasting marks on the sport. In the fight between James Butler and Richard Grant, Butler shocked the world with a post-fight sucker punch, a moment that remains unforgettable. Roy Jones Jr. faced Montell Griffin in a bout where an illegal punch while Griffin was down led to Jones' first professional loss by disqualification. Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Victor Ortiz was another controversial moment, where a seemingly friendly gesture turned into a quick knockout after a disputed headbutt.

Marco Antonio Barrera vs. Juan Manuel Marquez also had its share of questionable blows, raising tension in the ring. Zab Judah's frustration led to an illegal low blow against Floyd Mayweather, igniting tempers. One of the most infamous fights of all time, Evander Holyfield vs. Mike Tyson II, is remembered for Tyson's ear-biting incident, a clear violation of boxing rules. In the rematch between Riddick Bowe and Andrew Golota, Golota’s repeated low blows led to his disqualification and a riot among fans. Roberto Duran’s match against Ken Buchanan ended controversially with an alleged low blow that handed Duran the victory. Lastly, Derrick Gainer vs. Freddie Norwood was marked by disputes over fouls, leaving fans and commentators questioning the outcome.

These bouts serve as a reminder that while boxing is a sport of skill and discipline, tempers can flare and rules can be broken, changing the course of the fight in a split second.

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