Two-time Olympic gold medalist and WBA 122-pound champion Guillermo Rigondeaux (17-1-1 NC, 11 KOs) certainly became a lightning rod for criticism after quitting on his stool at the end of round six in his highly anticipated showdown vs. Vasyl Lomachenko. The Cuban southpaw opted to end proceedings due to an injury to his left hand, and negative reaction towards Rigondeaux’s decision was heavy.
In the post-fight interview, Rigondeaux said that he injured the top of his left hand in the second round, and continued to fight with it through round six.
X-rays on Rigondeaux’s hand were not available last Saturday night in New York, as apparently the wait in the emergency room was simply too long.