After Paul Gallen’s unanimous victory over Mark Hunt on Wednesday evening, a heated debate broke out in the world of boxing.
Gallen kept his unbeaten boxing record intact with an impressive win over UFC legend Hunt.
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Gallen was undoubtedly the busier of the two fighters. With his fitness, speed, and stamina, the 39-year-old country looked the lion’s share of the punches.
Hunt landed the heaviest punches throughout the competition, however, and appeared to have Gallen in trouble more than once after brutal headshots.
Gallen admitted that a certain shot from Hunt had rocked him early on in the fight.
“He hit me with something on the second lap and I don’t even know what it was. I didn’t even know whether I hit the deck or not, but it was really good for me, ”said Gallen.
In the end, Judge Brad Vocale scored the fight 59-55 in favor of Gallen, while the other two judges Will Soulos and John Cauchi scored the former rugby star 58-56.
Many viewers were furious when the result was announced after the fight.
“A terrible and wrong decision,” tweeted Daily Telegraph journalist Nick Campton.
“Fair play for Gallen, it’s very tough, but that’s a bad reputation after a bad fight.
“Should be 4-2 Hunt. Gallen is very tough and fought well, but it makes me sad that it was so close. “
Channel 7 sports reporter Chris Garry agreed, adding, “A clear win for Hunt, but Gallen fought well and would always score a decisive win.”
Gallen’s victory divides the audience
While many viewers agreed that Hunt should have won, others argued that Gallen’s win was the right reputation.
Absolute garbage Gallen won this fight
Hunt easily
Firmly
– Max Rockatansky (@ MaxRock222) December 16, 2020
Gallen was rocked like once in a group, while the hunt was never rocked once. Gallen seemed to have won due to further blows that went nowhere
– Patocat (@TokenWSWFan) December 16, 2020
Whoever thought the hunt won doesn’t know much about boxing. Nothing is controversial there.
– Tim Chapman (@TimChapmanEDU) December 16, 2020
Gallen won almost every round. They obviously don’t know how the scoring works. With a few big hits, smiles and sidewalks, you won’t win rounds. Gallen from further blows. I was busy. Even Hunt knows.
– Carter Goodfella (@CarterGoodfella) December 16, 2020
I don’t see how one could say Hunt won, that he was gassed in the corner in the second half of each round, haha
– Emo Dad (@akaNorman) December 16, 2020
Gal won easily. Hunt is crammed with walking away after every big hit. A little extra work would have brought it closer. No wonder, unfortunately. Bad fitness.
– Carter Goodfella (@CarterGoodfella) December 16, 2020
Gallen a “deserved” winner
Hunt, in his first boxing match in 20 years, didn’t expect him to distance himself, but he got Gallen to use all his brand stamina to make the decision.
In his honor, the 46-year-old UFC legend quickly congratulated his opponent after the fight.
“Congratulations to Paul Gallen on the well-deserved victory. You have my respect. Part-time fighters hit my ass, “wrote Hunt. after posting a picture of his injured face on social media.
“But I had so much fun getting back in the ring tonight.”
Gallen landed two quick punches to finish the first round before Hunt responded with his heavy blow in the second.
The Super Samoan had literally nailed Gallen to the ropes, but could not land the knockout blow.
The pair raised the stakes and traded a series of heavy punches on rounds three and four, with Hunt leaving Gallen wobbly with a massive left hook.
The ex-Sharks captain showed incredible courage to keep going, especially after Hunt opened it over the left eye on the fifth round.
Gallen said before the fight that he did not know how much more his body had to give.
After improving his record to 10 wins and one draw, he quickly proclaimed UFC middleweight superstar Robert Whittaker as his next target.
“I saw you in an interview about a year ago when you were asked if you would fight me,” said Gallen about his Australian compatriot.
“He said, yes, I would fight him, but he wouldn’t fight me and laughed condescendingly.
“I’m here, and I am happy to meet you here, but stop trying to convince yourself.”
with AAP
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