THE STORY
On June 27, 2009, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Victor Ortiz faced Marcos Maidana for the interim WBA super lightweight title. Despite early success, Ortiz suffered a severe cut and swelling, leading the ringside physician to halt the fight in the sixth round, resulting in a technical knockout victory for Maidana.
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Victor Ortiz, Marcos Maidana
WHY IT MATTERS
The fight's abrupt conclusion raised questions about Ortiz's resilience and future in the sport.