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Boxing rule changed after controversial Davis vs. Roach Jr. fight

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A controversial boxing match between Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. in March 2024 has led to a significant rule change in officiating. Legendary referee Jack Reiss explained that the fight highlighted a lack of clear policy regarding voluntary knockdowns, prompting the creation of a new rule stating that a fighter taking a knee on their own volition will be considered a knockdown. Reiss also discussed other officiating points from the match, including potential disqualification scenarios involving a fighter's corner. AI

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Boxing rule changed after controversial Davis vs. Roach Jr. fight

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    Lamont Roach Vs. Gervonta Davis Changed Boxing Rules — Legendary Ref Explains

    Jack Reiss, who refereed 1,152 fights, says the Davis-Roach knee was a knockdown and explains the rule that did not exist until that night in Brooklyn.

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