Liam Cameron’s Team Breaks Silence as Ben Whittaker Denies Spitting at Their Corner

Criticism, then cynicism, followed by boos. But in the end, there was silence at Birmingham’s Resorts World Arena as Ben Whittaker pummeled Liam Cameron. The rematch followed their hugely controversial fight at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh last October. And given Whittaker and his antics, criticism was inevitable. Only this time not for how he fought, but for what he supposedly did after securing a thumping victory.

Several reports suggest that Ben Whittaker, unable to contain himself after stopping Liam Cameron in the second round, lunged at Cameron’s corner and spat. For the record, Whittaker offered an explanation, denying the allegation. While it may take some time for a clear picture to emerge, one thing is undeniable: with his stellar performance, the Olympic silver medalist has silenced many of the detractors who questioned whether the hype surrounding him was merely a bubble.

Addressing the spitting accusations, Whittaker told Sky Sports, “But I work very hard, and my emotions came out – and I was roaring like a lion. If a little bit of dribble came out, a bit of dribble came out.”

Later, his new trainer Andy Lee also came to his defense. “The barrage of insults he’s had to put up since the first fight with Cameron… not many people could put up with what he’s gone through. His emotions are bound to get carried away. He is an emotional guy, and he did lose control, but this is a champion,” said the esteemed trainer, a second cousin of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.