The referee at the center of the Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven fight has indicated that he felt it was necessary to halt the match in the 11th round prior to the sound of the bell.
This statement has raised questions regarding the timing and decision-making process during the bout, which has generated significant discussion among fans and analysts.
The incident highlights the complexities and challenges referees face in high-stakes boxing matches, where split-second decisions can lead to controversy.