“Claressa Shields Backs Jacob Duran’s Claims: Tszyu’s Cut Mishandled, Fight Rigged!”
In the wake of Tim Tszyu’s grueling battle against Sebastian Fundora, the spotlight shifts to the handling of Tszyu’s injury, igniting controversy and raising questions about the responsibilities of a fighter’s corner. Legendary cutman Jacob Duran, with over four decades of experience in the boxing world, has emerged as a vocal critic, condemning Tszyu’s corner for what he perceives as a failure to protect the fighter.
Tszyu entered the ring with his sights set on victory and two prestigious titles on the line. However, fate took a cruel turn as an errant elbow from Fundora in the second round left Tszyu with a gaping wound on his head. Despite his valiant efforts, Tszyu’s vision was compromised, and the fight took a bloody turn as he battled against both his opponent and his own injury.
In the aftermath of the fight, it was not the outcome that drew Duran’s attention, but rather the handling of Tszyu’s injury by his corner. Taking to Twitter, Duran expressed his concerns, stating that Tszyu’s corner should have intervened before the start of the fifth round to prevent further damage and potential defeat. In Duran’s eyes, Tszyu’s corner failed in their duty to protect him.
He stated, “I’ve been getting all kinds of messages and just finished doing an interview regarding the cut on Tim Tszyu.”
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Duran’s criticism extended beyond Tszyu’s fight, as he recounted a similar incident involving a female fighter from Costa Rica the night before. This anecdote sheds light on the persisting problem of mishandling injuries in boxing, where inadequate care can lead to devastating consequences for the fighters involved.
“Unfortunately, you know, that big vein that we have right there, if you pop it, you’re not going to stop it. And he got the cut. It’s the same vein. But it’s important to have a good corner with you because they should have stopped it before the start of the fifth round. It would’ve been a no-contest. They would’ve had a chance for a rematch and then protect him.”
The boxing community has rallied behind Duran’s claims, with Claressa Shields publicly endorsing his statements and sharing his video on Instagram. Shields’ support underscores the seriousness of the issue and highlights the need for accountability and reform within the sport.
As the debate rages on, the focus remains on the responsibilities of a fighter’s corner and the importance of proper injury management in ensuring the safety and well-being of athletes. With Duran’s voice resonating loudly in the boxing world, the call for change grows stronger, as fighters and fans alike demand better protection for those who step into the ring.
Duran said, “Same thing happened the night before with this young girl from Costa Rica. She got a bad cut and the cut man didn’t really know what he was doing. And unfortunately, both of them lost fights.”
