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Canelo vs. GGG Reaction: Boxing Judging Controversy and Payouts

The Fighter and The KidSeptember 20, 201721 min30,826 views
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The Canelo vs. GGG Judging Controversy

  • 🥊 The Canelo vs. GGG fight is discussed as a major event that unfortunately suffered from a crooked system and a shitty decision.
  • ⚠️ The worst-case scenario for boxing occurred, with the dark tentacles of boxing rearing their head and screwing over Gennady Golovkin (GGG).
  • 📉 The outcome is seen as detrimental to boxing's reputation, leading to public sentiment that the best guy doesn't always win.

Fighter Performance and Strategy

  • 🧐 The speaker has watched the fight four times and maintains that Triple G definitely won, scoring it 8 rounds to 4.
  • 🧠 Triple G is described as having fought too cautiously, not displaying his usual aggressive style and avoiding body shots.
  • 💎 Canelo is praised for fighting smart and using a calculated, European style, but ultimately fatigue set in after the first four rounds.

Payouts and Media Bias

  • 💰 Shockingly low payouts are highlighted, with Canelo reportedly making $5 million and Triple G only $3 million, which is considered terrible for a fight of this magnitude.
  • 📺 The HBO commentary is criticized for being biased and not addressing the terrible judging, potentially shaping the narrative for viewers.
  • 🗣️ Experts like Max Kellerman are acknowledged, but the pressure to align with the network's interests (like Showtime) can compromise objectivity.

The Judge and Accountability

  • 🚫 The judge who scored the fight 118-110 for Canelo is heavily criticized, with the speaker stating she should never work in sports again.
  • ⚖️ While Oscar De La Hoya acknowledged the score was wide, he also defended the judge's competence, a stance the speaker refutes.
  • ❓ There's a lack of accountability, with no clear repercussions for the judge, leading to frustration and a feeling that the sport is being compromised.

Future Fights and Rematches

  • 🗓️ A rematch is predicted for this time next year, as Canelo typically fights only twice a year and is unlikely to fight again in December.
  • 🥊 Before a potential rematch, it's suggested that Triple G should fight someone like Billy Joe Saunders, and Canelo could face Liam Smith or similar opponents.
  • 🤔 While a rematch would still be exciting, there's a desire for a break from seeing Canelo and Triple G fight each other repeatedly.
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