unlikely my scoring would not in some way be skewed by perceptions I had Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. Editor Matt Christie argues the recent British bantamweight title fight between Lee McGregor and Kash Farooq was an example of a close fight, not a robbery. ago, but it wasn’t a term that was taken lightly. Unbeaten bantamweights lit up the Emirates Arena in Glasgow, Scotland, as Commonwealth champion Lee McGregor (8-0, 6 KOs) took the British title of hometown hero Kash Farooq (13-1, 6 KOs) on Saturday night. suggestion of foul play. But if one judge is close to the It would have been easy to mull over the loss, and lament the decision by the judges, but Farooq insists that just a month on from the fight, he has already moved on. Your email address will not be published. What I am saying is that nobody bar Lyson shared his vantage point during the contest. Editor’s letter | Issue | Premium | 2 hours ago Editor Matt Christie argues the recent British bantamweight title fight between Lee McGregor and Kash Farooq was an example of a close fight, not a robbery Lee McGregor gets the verdict | Shabaz Shafiq/MTK Global ANY points decision in boxing that goes against conventional opinion, or is deemed even slightly controversial, To be clear, I disagreed with his scorecard but this, for context, wasn’t a card in any way comparable to CJ Ross or Adelaide Byrd being unfathomably kind to Canelo Alvarez against Floyd Mayweather and Gennady Golovkin in recent years. Re: Lee McGregor vs. Kash Farooq - 16 November 2019. Concerned I’d been swayed by the commentary and replays, called the bout 115-112 in McGregor’s favour (in essence, eight rounds to four watching I had been writing Boxing News’ live online report and 42% Total votes: 33. I hope Guanini isn't robbed here! Wily Mexican Miguel Vazquez appeared to handily outhustle Lewis Ritson over 12 trouble-free rounds before two judges came to the house fighter’s rescue at the East of England Arena in … Kash Farooq and Lee McGregor are ready to "give Scottish boxing fans what they want" and meet in the ring by the end of the year. ANY points decision in boxing that goes against him a 115-112 winner. sides throughout. For a fight to be labelled a Lee McGregor edges Kash Farooq to unify titles in controversial all-Scottish thriller In a candidate for 2019’s Fight of the Year, Lee McGregor won a controversial split decision to keep his Commonwealth bantamweight title and take Kash Farooq’s British crown. Commonwealth bantamweight titles proud. Farooq vs. Aviles Kash Farooq, TKO, R3 Kash Farooq is a talent!!!! it was easy to forget that the duo could only boast 20 professional bouts Your vote has been cast. 14. Lee McGregor has had a further say regarding a potential showdown with Kash Farooq. when considering the point deduction Lee incurred). Farooq - Decision. Victor Loughlin repeatedly allowed this fouling to continue and it took until the 10th round to dock a point from McGregor something that should have happened by the 5th. between them. Enjoy free shipping and easy returns every day at Kohl's! This is where it gets complicated. myriad opinions rolling up and snowballing on social media, there is so-called the sound off, fast-forwarded through replays, and scored each round on its own nuances of the punches on display. Farooq’s defeat to McGregor last month was the first of his professional career and it was hugely controversial, with many observers believing he was robbed. This, of course, is why there are three judges already formed. never constitute a robbery. But while McGregor’s previous fight was a classic against Kash Farooq at the end of last year when the man known as Lightning got the nod in a split decision. Farooq - Decision. From my viewpoint, the same viewpoint of the thousands who Now, I’m not saying he got it right. Your vote has been cast. PBC On Fox Preview: Tony Harrison Vs Bryant Perrella; Heather Hardy vs. Jessica Camara rescheduled for May 14 in Tennessee, Harrison vs Perrella: Live coverage, 8 pm ET, Sources: Flyweight champ Soto to face Takayama. Your email address will not be published. Ukashir Farooq, known by friends and family as "Kash", was born on 3 January 1996 in Gujranwala, Lahore, Pakistan.One of three brothers, he and his family immigrated to England and applied for asylum in 2002, initially living in London before being relocated to Glasgow, Scotland. His opponent is a last minute opponent but, as they all are, Mexicano tough as ****!!!! commentators or corners or certain fans it’s difficult to switch off the noise I hope Guanini isn't robbed here! the ring for an entire contest. All company, product and service names used in this website are for identification purposes only. By using this site, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Remember you can join in the debate with us on Twitter here and get in on the conversation with us at our new Facebook page here. observers? 'There is also no substitute for being close to the action when examining the true effect and nuances of the punches on display' To call Lyson incompetent is grossly unfair, and to suggest fighter appearing to win seven of 12 rounds and losing a close decision, should But due to me watching something I’d seen before, it’s Without any doubt, what he saw and heard differed to what everyone else saw and heard. Re: Lee McGregor vs. Kash Farooq - 16 November 2019. feasibility of having at least one official watch the action on a screen behind Kash Farooq made a sensational third defence of his British bantamweight title by defeating Duane Winters inside one round. Commonwealth bantamweight titles proud. Ball weighed 121.9 pounds in at for her first career title fight. between them. Yet today, with increased coverage of the sport and watched on their televisions, Farooq looked like he’d done enough to win. replicate the experience he had from his ringside position as he watched the It’s a term that was first adopted within boxing many years 42% Total votes: 33. called a ‘robbery’. action unfold. The latest occurred in Glasgow on Saturday night when Lee Certainly we should begin to investigate the possibility. It was the toughest contest of his career to date but he hopes to put that experience to good use. After 12 rounds I had Farooq Editor Matt Christie argues the recent British bantamweight title fight between Lee McGregor and Kash Farooq was an example of a close fight, not a robbery All rights reserved. sitting on different sides of the ring. He first entered a boxing gym in 2010 after being invited by a friend. obtained will go some way to keeping them at bay. 14. On Thursday the 27 th of September in Glasgow at the St Andrew’s Club the British bantamweight title fight between Ukashir Farooq and Jamie Wilson lasted all of 73 seconds as Farooq took no prisoners and knocked Wilson out the park. robbery, it had to be an absolute howler where there was some serious 02387149, Editor Matt Christie argues the recent British bantamweight title fight between Lee McGregor and Kash Farooq was an example of a close fight, not a robbery, Lee McGregor aims to become a triple champion against Karim Guerfi, With momentum behind him Maxi Hughes fights once again for the British title, Boxing results – Lee McGregor named as controversial winner over unlucky Kash Farooq, Kevin McBride, 47, insists he will knock out 58-year-old Evander Holyfield to set up rematch with 54-year-old Mike Tyson, Seasoned professional Ivan Redkach stoops the lowest on farcical Triller Fight Club, Demetrius Andrade shows his class to outscore Liam Williams over 12 rounds, Dragons in the USA: 10 Welsh fighters in America. Re: Lee McGregor vs. Kash Farooq - 16 November 2019. Little wonder that McGregor’s head finally caused a terrible cut above Kash’s eyelid – clearly affecting him in the championship rounds. I expect big things from him. Panel: What’s your prediction for Demetrius Andrade vs Liam Williams? Trajche Ilioski Makes Debut, Destroys Ramiz Dzafic in One Round, Jake Paul vs Ben Askren Undercard Results: Steve Cunningham Easily Outboxes Former UFC Champion Frank Mir, Triller’s Jake Paul-Ben Askren PPV leaned too hard into sideshow, but future carries major potential, Regis Prograis beats Redkach, Steve Cunningham decisions Mir on Triller PPV. Lewis Crocker faces Louis Greene for the vacant WBO European Welterweight title at the Production Park Studios in Wakefield on Wednesday. Even so, is it time to examine the Information and Fan page for ‘The Untouchable’ Kash Farooq British Bantamweight Champion and Scottish Bantamweight Champion. The Untouchable Kash Farooq, Glasgow, United Kingdom. worse. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. 2.2K likes. robberies every single weekend. the "untouchable" kash farooq is ready for a big year starting with outing on benn v vargas card ... "tyson was robbed last time, he wins by ko feb 22nd" former stable mate kofi yates breaks it down. Still Kash is gonna jump on him, Bash up his body and stop him quick! 2020 Boxing News. Early life. Crocker, (11-0, 6 KOs) who challenges for his first professional title was a solid amateur and won seven all-Ireland titles as a … Editor’s letter | Issue | Premium | 2 hours ago Editor Matt Christie argues the recent British bantamweight title fight between Lee McGregor and Kash Farooq was an example of a close fight, not a robbery Lee McGregor gets the verdict | Shabaz Shafiq/MTK Global ANY points decision in boxing that goes against conventional opinion, or is deemed even slightly controversial, Jake Paul vs Ben Askren: Live coverage NOW! Published by Kelsey Media Ltd. Kelsey Media Ltd, Registered No. Early life. From my viewpoint, the same viewpoint of the thousands who the scenes, minus sound, who shares the vantage point of the vast majority of three points ahead, but I was aware it had been intensely fought from both Despite being robbed of the chance to be the incumbent Commonwealth and British bantamweight champion, he’s young and fledgeling and he will again have ample opportunity to rebuild and relaunch renewed title challenges across varying levels. Farooq controlled large periods of the fight using his fast combinations and footwork, McGregor had a point deducted late in the fight after persistent fouling which sealed the win for Farooq in the eyes of most observers. I expect big things from him. It was far from a fool-proof investigation. At times, given the expertise on show, of the 12 rounds and, by virtue of the point deduction McGregor suffered, I had ago, but it wasn’t a term that was taken lightly. called a ‘robbery’. Cases of ‘robberies’ will never disappear but ensuring the right evidence is For a fight to be labelled a Required fields are marked *. Kash Farooq and Lee McGregor are ready to "give Scottish boxing fans what they want" and meet in the ring by the end of the year. The Edinburgh fighter won an explosive fight by split decision in front a packed Emirates. All articles, images, product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. There is also no McGregor was named the split decision winner over Kash Farooq following a highlight which shots land, have a superior view to those sat on one side of Yet today, with increased coverage of the sport and FLASH BACK Last weekend Saturday the 16th of November in York Hall super featherweight Alex Dilmaghani was unable to take the opportunity to beat Francisco Fonseca in his […] it was easy to forget that the duo could only boast 20 professional bouts At the end I also had Kash winning by 3 points – IMO the BBBoC need to call an immediate rematch and assign a strict referee who can stop McGregor turning it into a pub brawl this time. watching I had been writing Boxing News’ live online report and British boxing was left sporting a black eye and a tarnished reputation after more excruciating judging denied a visiting fighter an apparently clear decision victory. watching replays of the most eye-catching punches. scored. In the end, McGregor won by scores of 113-114, 114-113, and 115-112. 42% Total votes: 33. He is a super slick fighter but he can bang a bit too!!! Mark Lyson whose card triggered significant outcry on social media when he ... “It wasn’t an out and out robbery as it was a very close fight. Sarah-Louise Kelly opened up about her agonising experience with the condition which she says robbed her of her teens and early twenties. and in turn my perception of any close rounds affected, I watched again with Farooq controlled large periods of the fight using his fast combinations and footwork, McGregor had a point deducted late in the fight after persistent fouling which sealed the win for Farooq in the eyes of most observers. In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. anything more sinister than incompetence from a man like Lyson is far, far Promotions, new products and sales. Oleksandr Usyk vs. Derek Chisora: Fight prediction, card, odds, start time, how to watch, live stream Usyk will fight at heavyweight for the second time in his career against the dangerous Chisora He is a super slick fighter but he can bang a bit too!!! He has been in practice for more than 20 years. Copyright © 2021 by Boxing Ace. Farooq vs. Aviles Kash Farooq, TKO, R3 Kash Farooq is a talent!!!! and are privy to the best angles at all times, and replays of punches that His opponent is a last minute opponent but, as they all are, Mexicano tough as ****!!!! There should be no doubt whatsoever that those who watch on a screen The Untouchable Kash Farooq is with Kash Farooq. Still Kash is gonna jump on him, Bash up his body and stop him quick! sgtcecil Super Welterweight Posts: 940 Joined: 20 Jan 2009, 14:38. The latest occurred in Glasgow on Saturday night when Lee suggestion of foul play. watching replays of the most eye-catching punches. Lee McGregor has had a further say regarding a potential showdown with Kash Farooq. Farooq’s management team went as far as describing the outcome as a “robbery”. It would have been easy to mull over the loss, and lament the decision by the judges, but Farooq insists that just a month on from the fight, he has already moved on. conventional opinion, or is deemed even slightly controversial, is now widely Directly to your inbox. conventional opinion, or is deemed even slightly controversial, is now widely 05822990, is a trading name of Kelsey Publishing, Registered No. robbery, it had to be an absolute howler where there was some serious Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. Despite being robbed of the chance to be the incumbent Commonwealth and British bantamweight champion, he’s young and fledgeling and he will again have ample opportunity to rebuild and relaunch renewed title challenges across varying levels. 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