The Controversial Decision
On September 15, 2018, boxing fans around the world tuned in to watch the highly anticipated rematch between Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez. The first fight, which ended in a draw, left fans hungry for a clear winner. Unfortunately, the judges' decision in the second fight left many feeling unsatisfied once again.
After 12 rounds of intense boxing, the judges awarded Canelo Alvarez with a majority decision victory. However, many fans and experts alike were left scratching their heads at the decision.
The Backlash
The decision sparked immediate backlash from fans and critics, with many taking to social media to express their frustration. Some even went as far as to accuse the judges of corruption and bias towards Canelo.
Even former boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya, who promotes Canelo's fights, expressed his disappointment with the decision. In an interview with ESPN, De La Hoya stated, "I had it 8-4 for Golovkin. I'm shocked that it was a draw."
The Stats
Many fans and experts pointed to the stats of the fight as evidence that Golovkin should have been the clear winner. According to CompuBox, Golovkin landed more punches than Canelo in 10 out of the 12 rounds.
Additionally, Golovkin landed more jabs and power punches than Canelo throughout the fight. Despite this, the judges still awarded the victory to Canelo.
The Rematch
After the controversial decision, both fighters expressed interest in a third fight to settle the score once and for all. In May 2021, it was announced that Canelo and Golovkin would face off once again on September 18, 2021.
Many boxing fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming rematch, hoping that this time the judges will make a fair and just decision.
The Aftermath
The controversial decision in the second Canelo vs Golovkin fight sparked a debate about the fairness of judging in boxing. Many fans and experts called for reforms to be made to the judging system in order to prevent biased and unfair decisions in the future.
Overall, the decision left a sour taste in the mouths of many boxing fans, with some even declaring that they would no longer watch Canelo's fights. Only time will tell if the upcoming rematch will provide a clear winner and restore fans' faith in the sport of boxing.
