Fabio Wardley’s assistant coach, Ben Davison, recently addressed criticisms on social media regarding his decision not to throw in the towel during a bout with Daniel Dubois. Concern arose among boxing enthusiasts as Wardley faced a relentless series of punches from Dubois towards the end of the fight.
Davison acknowledged that the fight could have been halted earlier but noted that he did not observe Wardley struggling to reach the doctor. He emphasized that Wardley was actively engaging with Dubois during the 10th and 11th rounds. Dubois, aged 28, overcame being knocked down twice to ultimately defeat Wardley in the 11th round, displaying his mental fortitude.
While Wardley initially stunned Dubois with an early knockdown, the latter rebounded in the subsequent rounds, inflicting significant damage on Wardley before the fight was stopped by referee Howard Foster. Fans expressed surprise at Davison’s decision to let the fight continue, fearing a potentially devastating outcome.
Critics questioned Davison’s judgment, suggesting that intervening earlier could have spared Wardley from further harm. Davison, however, has received acclaim in the past for making timely decisions, notably in matches involving Tyson Fury and Leigh Wood.
In a statement on his Instagram page, Davison commended both fighters for their performance and acknowledged the challenging task of determining the right moment to stop a fight. Reflecting on past instances where his decisions were scrutinized, Davison reiterated the complexities of such situations and praised the referee’s handling of the match.
Despite differing opinions on the fight’s conclusion, Davison recognized that stopping the bout earlier was a possibility. He highlighted Wardley’s remarkable journey from amateur bouts to heavyweight champion and emphasized the collective effort to navigate challenges in the boxing world.
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