Jared Anderson secured a unanimous decision victory over Ryad Merhy in a boxing match criticized for its lack of action from an unwilling opponent, leading to boos throughout the event. Despite the win, Anderson expressed disappointment, aiming to deliver a better performance for the fans. The fight was notable for a controversial moment when Judge David Sutherland awarded the 10th round to Merhy, despite Anderson outlanding him 18-6, a decision Anderson and observers labeled as a "bad, bad, bad score." Anderson is already looking beyond this fight, eyeing opportunities in Saudi Arabia and has identified two heavyweights he believes are set to dominate the division. In related action, Ajagba edged Vianello in an entertaining battle.
Jared Anderson defeated Ryad Merhy by unanimous decision in a fight that produced boos from bell to bell for its lack of action. “It was an ugly night of boxing," Anderson said. " ... I wanted to give fans a better show.” https://t.co/nnIN92zf5d
All Inaction: Jared Anderson Coasts Against No-Show Ryad Merhy https://t.co/VYI6JMZwGz
Heavyweight Jared Anderson routs Merhy, who refuses to actually fight + Ajagba edges Vianello in entertaining battle; more. Read my story/sign up for my #boxing newsletter: https://t.co/5ZdVuFBQwR #AndersonMerhy #AjagbaVianello @trboxing @KornerMan44 @CarlMoretti @bradleyajacobs https://t.co/JjYDGoxIrL
Judge David Sutherland had the audacity to give the 10th round to Merhy, a round in which @CompuBox saw Anderson outland him 18-6. That is a bad, bad, bad score for that round. Just awful. #boxing #AndersonMerhy
Jared Anderson cruises to easy win over punching bag Ryad Merhy By @JSantoliquito @trboxing @TeamBigBabyy @ESPNRingside https://t.co/l8RqYrB1dX
Anderson winning easily but not exactly lighting up an unwilling opponent. Makes for a horrendous fight. #boxing #AndersonMerhy
EXCLUSIVE: Jared Anderson picks out two fellow heavyweights ready and waiting to rule the division https://t.co/pL1ZnP99r1
Jared Anderson Looking Beyond Ryad Merhy To Fight In Saudi Arabia https://t.co/9J3BXeuGYH