Following an astonishing brawl with renowned boxer Ryan Garcia, the disappointed Oscar Duarte outspokenly criticized the match referee for what he perceives as a premature halt of the match. Duarte was adamant that he was capable of continuing the fight, thus sparking controversy in the boxing community.
Tempers flared at the post-fight press conference as Durarte faced the media. “I’m disappointed in the referee’s decision to stop the fight,” Duarte said, his voice reflecting his frustration. “I felt strong. I felt like I could keep fighting. My team and I prepared hard for this, and we deserved a fair chance.”
Trained by legendary boxing coach Roberto Alcazar, Duarte has earned fame in the boxing community because of his tremendous athletic ability and dedication to the sport. In the match against Garcia, he showed signs of formidable boxing skills. He was resilient, stayed focused, and looked powerful, countering Garcia’s aggressive punches with neat defensive tactics and quick jabs.
Ryan Garcia, the rising star of American boxing who has championed 21 fights without a loss, was considered a tough opponent for Duarte. However, the young Mexican star clearly held his own. Although Garcia landed more significant strikes in the fight, from the onset it was clear the fight could swing in either direction.
As the fight progressed, it transformed into more of a skill exhibition between the two fighters than a one-sided fight. Both fighters engaged in full-on attack mode. Garcia started the sixth round on a high note, with his swift punches creating trouble for Duarte, rocking him multiple times. Nevertheless, he failed to put Duarte down, with the Mexican standing his ground against Garcia’s barrage.
Yet, in a highly debatable decision, the referee halted the fight in favor of Garcia. Duarte was disappointed, believing he could have continued fighting. Although he admitted the punches were strong, he stated he was still in the game when the referee decided to stop the fight.
His frustration was shared by many of his fans, supporting his statement, declaring that Duarte was not given a fair chance. Opinions were divided on social media, with people in two camps: those who agree with the referee’s decision stating that player safety should always be the priority, and those who think Duarte was robbed off a good fight.
In boxing, the referee has a critical job: to ensure that the fight remains fair while, at the same time, ensuring the safety of the participants. It is a delicate balance to strike, and these sorts of controversies always come with the territory.
Skeptics of the match decision argue that Duarte had taken punches similarly powerful in the past and came back stronger. They believe the referee’s decision was hasty and led to an unfair outcome in this intense face-off.
The boxing community remains divided over this verdict, and it’s clear that the fight between Oscar Duarte and Ryan Garcia will be remembered not just for the boxing but also for the controversy that followed.
As lofty as the debates surrounding the Garcia vs. Duarte match are, what remains clear is Duarte’s unquenchable fighting spirit. “This isn’t the end,” Duarte vowed post-fight, displaying his determination. “I will come back stronger.” One thing’s sure: boxing fans will eagerly anticipate the next fight where a more resilient Duarte will again step into the ring, ready to settle any existing controversies.
