Erislandy LARA (CUBA) vs Paul WILLIAMS (USA) MEGA Fight

Wrestling

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Panoorin Ngayon

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On July 9, 2011, at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, former WBO welterweight champion Paul Williams faced undefeated Cuban southpaw Erislandy Lara in a 12-round junior middleweight bout. Broadcast live on HBO, the fight became infamous for its controversial outcome. Throughout the match, Lara showcased superior boxing skills, landing clean and effective punches, particularly his overhand left, which repeatedly connected with Williams. CompuBox statistics: Lara landed 224 of 530 punches (42%), while Williams connected on 200 of 1,047 (19%). Despite Lara's dominance, the judges awarded Williams a majority decision: 114–114, 115–114, and 116–114. The decision sparked widespread outrage among fans and boxing analysts, prompting the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board to suspend all three judges. 📍 Date: July 9, 2011 📍 Location: Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA 🏆 Result: Paul Williams wins via controversial majority decision Relive the highlights of this contentious bout and witness the performance that many believe should have secured Lara the victory. -------------------- ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝ to the channel people 00:00 Intro 1:20 Round 1 3:40 Round 2 5:25 Round 3 7:35 Round 4 -------------------- Follow me insta @charlessalbox facebook @charlessalbox #boxing #usaboxing #boxeocubano #canelo