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The ongoing drama between KSI and Tommy Fury seems to never end. A recent clip has resurfaced of John Fury, father and trainer of Tommy, as he asks the boxer to indulge in an illegal boxing move. In the realm of boxing, surprising developments are frequent. The Furys find themselves at the center of a storm. This follows Tommy Fury’s controversial unanimous win against KSI, who has called the win a robbery.

KSI has been open about finding the judge’s verdict unfair. The bout was first called a draw, (57-57), but was ultimately ruled in favor of Fury. The judge who initially declared it a draw had scored it 57-56 in favor of Fury. Once this error was discovered, swift action was taken to correct it, resulting in Fury being declared the winner through a unanimous decision.

The controversy that surrounds the match between Tommy Fury and KSI, has fans speculating about an unusual piece of advice given by John Fury. According to several social media posts circulating online, John Fury encouraged his son to use his elbow against KSI, a move that could have dramatically changed the course of the fight.

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Fans react to controversial advice given to Tommy Fury during KSI bout

The rumors began to circulate after a series of tweets and posts surfaced on various social media platforms. in particular, the video shows that John Fury had told Tommy to resort to using his elbow, possibly out of frustration at his son’s perceived struggle in the ring. 

Following suit, fans divulge their displeasure over the act. With a fan saying that John Fury would have rather have his son disqualified than have him lose to KSI.

This fan points out that if the illegal move was used, it “would have gotten the crowd going.

While this skeptic pointed out that the match was visibly underwhelming. However, incorporating an elbow strike could have injected much-needed excitement into the match.

This pundit remarked that if Tommy had used the move, it would have stopped KSI from dancing around in the ring.

 Finally, this comment points out that John Fury will do anything to see his son win. He steps in with some much-needed advice before it is too late.

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 Some supporters of Tommy Fury even defended the hypothetical elbow tactic. Citing KSI’s frequent clinching as a reason why such a drastic measure might have been warranted.

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Considering the recent social media uproar, it’s crucial to recognize that if Tommy Fury had executed the elbow knockout, it would have not only harmed his reputation as a boxer but also tarnished his family legacy. Moreover, such a move would have resulted in an immediate disqualification. Thus plunging Tommy into even murkier waters, especially considering the controversy surrounding his unanimous decision victory.

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