From Australia to the UK to the US, the boxing group has severe questions after Paul Gallen’s controversial win over Lucas Browne.
Paul Gallen’s crowning second as a rugby league star turned legit boxer has been tarnished by accusations of a repair and the “pathetic” efficiency of his opponent Lucas Browne.
Gallen got here able to combat and it confirmed as he completed the previous world title challenger inside two minutes on Wednesday evening, however pre-fight rumours Browne had disrespected the game together with his method to coaching within the lead-up seemed to be backed up as he fell far too shortly.
Browne angrily denied he’d taken a dive in a 5am message to his critics on social media however the sports activities world wasn’t satisfied.
‘Taken a dive for a couple of quid’
Ex-rugby professional Ollie Stedman declared Browne has “taken a dive for a couple of quid” and branded the bout a “shame” whereas America’s WBO junior light-weight titleholder Jamel Herring cheekily requested what the percentages had been.
UK journo Neil Fissler may solely chuckle, tweeting: “Lucas Browne simply bought sparked by a former rugby league participant inside a spherical.”
Nearer to dwelling the response was additionally widespread disappointment in what many thought of one other black eye for the game in Australia.
“I don’t know what to say about Browne’s efficiency,” tweeted The Every day Telegraph’s Jamie Pandaram.
“I do,” former Aussie world titleholder Billy Dib replied. “Pathetic.”
The remainder of the Aussie press pack was additionally scratching its head.
“Lucas Browne as soon as received a world heavyweight title,” Mark Gottlieb tweeted. “I realise he’s effectively previous it however why is he boxing Paul Gallen like he’s drunk preventing somebody exterior the Kings Cross Lodge at 3am?”
Chris Garry: “Credit score to Paul Gallen. He completely introduced it. He wished it dangerous. Lucas Browne although … who is aware of what’s doing there.”
Alex McClintock: “All energy to Paul Gallen however his ‘monumental victories’ embody a draw with Barry Corridor and a pair of wins towards a 46-year-old ex-UFC fighter and a 44-year-old John Hopoate. Anyway the dude appears to know precisely what stage he’s at, and that stage is spectacular as hell for a late convert. Take my cash.”
Browne’s offended denial: ‘It’s so f***ing unhappy’
Browne insisted after the combat his profession wasn’t over and fumed at anybody questioning his credibility.
“It’s so f***ing unhappy to see so many bullshit feedback, assaults, haters and other people saying I took a dive,” the 42-year-old wrote. “I had a combat, I fought s***, couldn’t get better, have been out the ring for too lengthy and bought beat, finish of story.
“I bought in there, had a go, failed, and that’s it … full credit score to Gallen. Thankyou to the followers, supporters and sponsors, and I do apologise.”
In a separate video on his Instagram web page, Browne indicated he was wobbled by a shot to the pinnacle.
“I’m not marked up,” he stated. “I imagine I bought hit again of the pinnacle, behind the ear and it f***ed up my equilibrium and I principally couldn’t get better,” Browne stated.
Gallen says to disregard the critics
Gallen additionally had a message for anybody who fears the response of the critics.
“All I attempt to educate my youngsters is be good to folks and do your finest. That’s all you are able to do – simply have a crack,” he stated.
“I’ll have a crack at something …
“Individuals get so scared with social media nowadays and the backlash.
“I knew popping out right here with all of the discuss, that if I’d misplaced – think about turning as much as Penrith Park (to work for Channel 9 because the Panthers play Newcastle) tomorrow evening if I’d bought knocked out or misplaced. I’d have been ridiculed.
“There’s no disgrace in simply having a go.
“These individuals who ridicule you might be simply cowards themselves who received’t have a go.
“Any youngsters on the market, anybody, simply get on the market and have a go. Strive your finest. You’re not going to succeed at all the things. You’re not going to be one of the best at all the things, however simply have a crack.”
The query is that if Browne did that or not.