MOURAD ALIEV’S victory over Umut Camkiran at RMO Boxing ended in shocking scenes as a mass brawl erupted inside the ring.
Aliev secured the WBC Silver heavyweight title with a unanimous decision in Istanbul, but celebrations quickly turned ugly.
The boxer appeared to gesture towards the crowd before Camkiran approached him. What initially looked like a possible embrace suddenly turned into a punch, sparking an all-out melee.
Fighters, coaches, officials and security personnel flooded the ring as punches flew and people chased each other around. Aliev was struck several times, including blows to the back of his head, while objects were reportedly thrown into the ring.
The scenes stunned boxing fans online, with many condemning the chaotic aftermath as damaging to the sport.
Camkiran, meanwhile, suffered the first defeat of his professional career after also being penalised a point for a late punch during the fifth round.
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