UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya expressed surprise and shock regarding the outcome of the bout between KSI and Tommy Fury.
Adesanya firmly believes that KSI, whom he affectionately refers to as his Nigerian brother, should have been declared the winner in the controversial Saturday night fight against Tommy Fury, the younger brother of renowned boxer Tyson Fury.
KSI, known for his transition from YouTuber to boxer, faced off against Tommy Fury in a highly debated match in Manchester. The result, a unanimous decision victory for Fury, has stirred up significant controversy, with many questioning the judges' decision.
Adesanya has weighed in on the situation. Sharing his opinion on his YouTube channel, the Stylebender said, “I think KSI might have taken it, man. I’m not a judge, but I think with the point deduction as well, I think he (KSI) won this.”
He added, “Just looking at it as a fight, I thought KSI won. But hey, boxing…actually no, judges.”
The fight had an unusual turn when it was initially announced as a “majority decision” victory for Fury but was later corrected to a “unanimous decision” after a judge’s scorecard was calculated incorrectly.
KSI have also expressed his frustration at the decision, insisting he had won the fight, referencing Tommy’s point deduction during the match. He has also opted to appeal the matter.