Challenger Timothy Bradley has scored a massive upset in a surprising split decision victory over Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao, winning 115-113, 115-113, 113-115, in a result that has left many stunned.
Commentators were left amazed by the judges call, with most, including The Roar‘s live round-by-round updates, scoring just one round to Bradley.
According to boxing statistics provided by HBO, Pacquaio landed more far more power punches, with a 34% landing compared to 19%. Bradley landed 159 from 839, with Pacquiao landing 253 of 751.
Pacquaio rocked Bradley a number of times during the fight but didn’t achieve a knockdown.
Pacquiao fell to 54-4-2 with 38 wins inside the distance, suffering his first defeat since 2005, while Bradley improved to 29-0 with 12 wins inside the distance.