Suarez vs. Navarrete Bout Declared No Contest After Controversial Decision
Source: news.source.sunstar
The world title fight between Charly Suarez and Emanuel Navarrete, initially resulting in a technical decision for Navarrete due to a cut, has been officially ruled a no contest by the California State Athletic Commission. The decision was overturned after it was determined that the cut was caused by a punch, not a headbutt as initially ruled. This ruling keeps Suarez's record undefeated at 18-0, while the WBO has mandated a rematch.
Key Points
The fight between Charly Suarez and Emanuel Navarrete was initially stopped in the eighth round due to a cut above Navarrete's left eye.
The cut was initially ruled as an accidental headbutt by referee Edward Collantes, but later determined to be from a punch.
The California State Athletic Commission overturned the technical decision to a no contest.
Charly Suarez remains undefeated with a record of 18-0.
The WBO has ordered a rematch between Suarez and Navarrete.
