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Pacquiao Bradley Decision

2012 • Boxing • Referee Mistake • Judging
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THE STORY

On June 9, 2012, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Timothy Bradley defeated Manny Pacquiao by split decision, with judges scoring 115-113 in favor of Bradley and one judge scoring 115-113 for Pacquiao. Despite Pacquiao landing more punches, the decision was met with widespread controversy and boos from the audience. (latimes.com)

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Manny Pacquiao, Timothy Bradley

WHY IT MATTERS

The decision ended Pacquiao's seven-year undefeated streak and sparked debates about the integrity of boxing judging. A WBO review panel later scored the fight in favor of Pacquiao, but the original decision stood. (cbsnews.com)

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