Aleksandr Usyk responded with humor to the criticism directed at him

World boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk responded in his own way to criticism regarding his actions in the fight against Dutch athlete Rico Verhoeven, Zamin.uz reports.

The Ukrainian boxer addressed fans' opinions via social media, attempting to lighten the situation with humor. According to Usyk, many watched this bout with even greater excitement than expected.

The athlete noted that he commented on the situation in a lighthearted manner to avoid offending fans. With these words, the experienced champion approached the various debates surrounding the fight not with serious argument, but with humor.

Usyk demonstrated that he felt completely at ease with this attitude and was fully satisfied with the result achieved. The dispute between Verhoeven and Usyk ended in the tenth round.

The reigning champion defeated his opponent by technical knockout, securing victory before the final bell. However, the final part of the fight sparked major debates.

According to experts, the referee stopped the bout after hearing the bell signaling the end of the round. Exactly this situation triggered various speculations among fans and journalists.

Some viewers considered the referee's decision outrageous, while others acknowledged Usyk's clear superiority and his full control of the fight. Rico Verhoeven, meanwhile, expressed dissatisfaction with the judges' decision and began talking about a rematch.

The Dutch athlete claims he was unable to show his full potential. Therefore, the controversy surrounding this matchup may continue for a long time.

For Usyk, this victory was another success in his professional career. He defeated another strong opponent and maintained his high standing.

At the same time, the controversial ending of the fight increased interest in a possible rematch in the sports world. In summary, it can be said that the Ukrainian boxer responded appropriately to criticism.

Although the fight ended by technical knockout, the situation after the bell continues to fuel discussions. Nowadays, these events could pave the way for a future encounter.

According to the One.uz website, such unexpected events in the world of boxing sometimes bring more excitement than the most thrilling films. The athlete does not relinquish his advantage not only in the ring but also in the information space thanks to his composure.

How future encounters will end remains to be seen by time.