“That Punch Was Like Kissing Your Sister”: Suspended Boxer Gets Slammed by Fans Over ‘Dirty’ Punch Like Floyd Mayweather

Sucker punches are spoken about in hushed tones in the boxing world. This unexpected and borderline illegal move that can quickly end a match, has an equal number of supporters and haters. In fact, boxer Ruben Torres is an example of why this ‘Voldemort’ move of boxing can land one in a trouble-laden ‘Azkaban’.

Torres faced Cristian Baez at the Omega Products International Arena in Corona, California on August 20, 2022. The lightweight fight had reached the seventh round. And both fighters had already been knocked down in the previous rounds. Moreover, the middle rounds also saw Baez take over the fight with brutal shots to Torres’ body and head.

Torres had already scored one knockdown in round seven. This was when Baez signaled to touch gloves before resuming the fight. But Torres had other plans in mind as he proceeded to sock Baez in the face with a brutal left hook, as soon as the duo touched gloves.

Unsurprisingly, he was not at all remorseful about his controversial sleight of hand. Talking about the sucker punch, Torres said, “They always say protect yourself at all times. This is boxing, and fighters like myself are always on the attack. The referee gave the signal to start fighting again, and I came out guns blazing.”

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While Torres might have felt that his actions were justified, there is no denying that this decision might come with dire consequences.

Did Ruben Torres face any repercussions?

It is worth noting that the boxing world does not take kindly to illegal (debatable) moves inside the ring. Another point to ponder is that the cheap shot was not illegal according to boxing rulebooks. That being said, it is not certain if Ruben Torres will face ramifications for the sucker punch.

While there is no news regarding the same presently. According to his Boxrec page, he is currently suspended by the California State Athletic Commission.

Did Torres channel his inner Floyd Mayweather Jr?

Floyd Mayweather Jr. once claimed that his boxing record was the only epitome of the Almighty’s perfect creations. However, this crown prince of boxing was also once accused of sucker punching his opponent.

Mayweather faced Victor Ortiz at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Paradise, Nevada on September 17, 2011. There is no doubt that ‘TBE’ dominated the fight with his stellar defense and technical prowess. The fourth round saw Ortiz attack him with a headbutt, opening a nasty cut on his face.

But the referee was quick to call out the foul play and warned Ortiz about the same. As the fight resumed, Ortiz went on to embrace Mayweather as an apology. But barely a split second later, Mayweather hit him with a brutal left hook, downing him.

While the move was not illegal, according to boxing textbooks. It can be said that Mayweather broke social taboo with the sucker punch.

The Boxing world reacts to Torres’ sucker punch

Boxing fans were unsure if Torres’ move was justified. In fact, a lot of fans took to social media to share their thoughts.

WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff was of the opinion that Baez should have protected himself.

Meanwhile, the President of the NFOF, Sgt. Pennie felt that it was a terrible KO and should not count.

A few fans felt that Torres channeled his inner Mayweather with the punch. In fact, user Poo_Pimpin even mentioned that Mayweather was attacked by fans for doing less.

A few users felt that even though the punch was legal, it was a dirty move. Moreover, user @ntr7ptr hilariously referenced ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ by comparing the punch to kissing one’s sister.

However, a few users felt that Baez did not adequately protect himself. And, they also felt that it was weird to touch gloves in the middle of a fight.

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