BOXING UPSETS OF 2024

2024 saw its share of upsets. Here, according to News.au.com, the top four are listed.  

Bruno Surace vs. Jaime Munguia: In December, French boxer Bruno Surace delivered a stunning sixth-round knockout against Jaime Munguia in Tijuana, Mexico. Munguia, previously undefeated and a top contender in the super middleweight division, was floored by a powerful overhand right from Surace, marking one of the year’s most unexpected outcomes.

Daniel Dubois vs. Anthony Joshua: In September, Daniel Dubois secured a fifth-round knockout victory over former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium in London. Dubois, considered the underdog, dominated the bout, knocking Joshua down multiple times before delivering the decisive blow in the fifth round.

Liam Paro vs. Subriel Matías: In June, Australian boxer Liam Paro traveled to San Juan, Puerto Rico, to face the hard-hitting Subriel Matías. Despite the odds, Paro controlled the fight with effective combinations, winning unanimously and capturing the IBF light-welterweight title.

Adrian Curiel vs. Sivenathi Nontshinga: In a shocking upset, Adrian Curiel knocked out IBF flyweight champion Sivenathi Nontshinga with a single overhand right in the second round of their bout in Monaco. Nontshinga, a heavy favorite, was rendered unconscious by the punch, leading to a surprising title change.

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