Oleksandr Usyk's Controversial Win Over Rico Verhoeven Just Got Even More Suspicious
Oleksandr Usyk's recent victory over Rico Verhoeven has sparked controversy due to a questionable stoppage by referee Mark Lyson. Video evidence suggests that the fight was halted just as or after the bell for the end of the 11th round. Verhoeven is protesting the decision, claiming he was denied the opportunity to recover and continue the match.
- ▪Usyk defeated Verhoeven via 11th-round TKO.
- ▪The referee stopped the fight at 2:59, just before the bell sounded.
- ▪Scorecards after 10 rounds were tied at 95-95, with one judge scoring it 96-94 for Verhoeven.
- ▪Verhoeven is protesting the result based on video evidence of the stoppage timing.
- ▪Fans are speculating about a conspiracy to protect Usyk's unbeaten record.
2 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 18 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: centre. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven referee has complicated history — Yahoo Sports
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InnovationGamingOleksandr Usyk's Controversial Win Over Rico Verhoeven Just Got Even More SuspiciousByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 26, 2026, 02:46am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.GIZA, EGYPT - MAY 24: Professional heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk (white) competes against kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven (black) during the World Boxing Council (WBC) heavyweight bout held as part of the 'Glory in Giza' event in the Giza Pyramids area in Giza, Egypt, on May 24, 2026.
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