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'Shock' to the jaw, hanging on the ropes, even 'convulsions'... 43-year-old veteran boxer suffers 'unconscious KO loss' to monster rookie in 74 seconds

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Park Jaeho

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Booyee Tufo (left) collapsed. /Photo=The Sun archive
Booyee Tufo (left) collapsed. /Photo=The Sun archive

Australian veteran boxer Booyee Tufo (43) suffered a gruesome 'unconscious KO loss' to 15-year-younger rookie Teremoana Teremoana (28).

The UK 'The Sun' reported on the 29th (Korea time) that "Tufo received a powerful punch in the early rounds of a match held in Melbourne, got his head stuck between the ropes, collapsed, and received emergency treatment."

Teremoana immediately drove Tufo into the ropes after the match began and unleashed a barrage of attacks. A powerful right uppercut followed by a right hook exploded on Tufo's jaw, ending the match in just 74 seconds. With this victory, Teremoana continued his streak of 11 consecutive KO wins.

After taking the hit, Tufo fell backward onto the canvas while climbing the ropes. Especially right after collapsing, he showed serious signs of trauma, unable to control his arms and convulsing. Coaches and medical staff immediately rushed into the ring, quickly positioning Tufo on his side to facilitate recovery. The 43-year-old veteran Tufo is expected to be at a crossroads of retirement following this defeat.

Match scene between Booyee Tufo (left) and Teremoana Teremoana. /Photo=The Sun archive
Match scene between Booyee Tufo (left) and Teremoana Teremoana. /Photo=The Sun archive

In contrast, Teremoana, who secured a decisive victory, revealed his ambition to become a world champion. After the match, he showed confidence, stating, "I have the potential to become a world champion," and "I will knock down anyone who steps into the ring."

Promoter Eddie Chan, who watched the match on-site, evaluated, "It was one of the most terrifying KOs I have ever seen," adding, "Teremoana possesses destructive power in both hands and has the makings of a huge star." Eddie Chan plans to have Teremoana appear consecutively at an Australian event in July and on the Saudi Arabia stage.

Meanwhile, Anthony Joshua, a fighter under Eddie Chan's management, has officially agreed to face Tyson Fury if he wins his return match in July.

Match scene between Booyee Tufo (left) and Teremoana Teremoana. /Photo=The Sun archive
Match scene between Booyee Tufo (left) and Teremoana Teremoana. /Photo=The Sun archive

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