MUST WATCH - Even Tyson Was Shocked... How an Australian Boxer STOPPED the INVINCIBLE Zab Judah! 

In this episode, I'm gonna show you the sickest fight and the epitome of knockout prowess by Kostya #Tszyu Alright, fight fans, buckle up because we're diving into one of the most epic showdowns in boxing history ( #ZabJudah ), so don't forget to smash that like button and subscribe.

In this episode, we witnessed a historic boxing match that took place on November 3, 2001, in the welterweight division, where three championship belts were on the line. The showdown featured the WBC and WBA world champion, 32-year-old Kostya Tszyu, against the IBF champion, 24-year-old Zab Judah.

Before delving into the epic fight, it's essential to understand the background of these two warriors. Kostya Tszyu, after a devastating defeat in 1997, worked hard to reclaim his championship status. In 1998, he secured the WBC title with a victory over Diosbelys Hurtado. The year 2001 marked a triumphant period for Tszyu, including a knockout victory over Sharmba Mitchell, earning him the WBA title.

The stage was set for a unification bout against Zab Judah, who, at 24, was charismatic, undefeated, and held the IBF title. The fight was monumental, aiming to determine the undisputed world champion in the junior welterweight division—a rare occurrence in boxing history.

Leading up to the fight, both fighters faced different opponents on the same night, setting the stage for the unification bout. Judah's impressive victory against Allan Vester increased the hype, making him the favorite.

The fight itself was intense from the beginning. Judah, known for his youth, speed, and knockout power, showcased his skills, landing a left hook that staggered Tszyu in the first round. However, Tszyu, known for his right hand, remained resilient.

As the rounds progressed, Tszyu strategically targeted Judah's jaw. In the second round, Tszyu cleverly set a trap, throwing a left-right combination that caught Judah off guard. The right hand landed directly on Judah's jaw, causing him to collapse onto the canvas.

The referee swiftly intervened, stopping the fight and declaring Tszyu the winner. However, controversy ensued as Judah vehemently protested the stoppage, leading to a chaotic post-fight scene where he confronted the referee and attempted to throw a stool.

Judah's emotional outburst resulted in a suspension from the ring for six months and a $75,000 fine. Despite the dispute over the stoppage, Tszyu solidified his victory and etched his name in boxing history as the first undisputed world champion in nearly 30 years in the junior welterweight division.

In the aftermath, the fight generated significant attention and discussions in the press, with Tszyu emerging as the deserving winner and undisputed champion. The match will be remembered not only for its historic significance but also for the emotions and controversies that followed the explosive knockout.

"Carry your butt back over to Sesame Street": Jay-Z Called Stephen A Smith Out for Beyoncé vs Rihanna Comments - | HO

Jay-Z got 99 problems but standing on “bidness” when it comes to his wife ain’t one.

During his 'Connect the Dots' podcast interview, Stephen A Smith revealed Jay-Z checked him over the comments he made about Beyoncé and Rihanna on @SherriShowTV back in 2022.

While on the Connect the Dots podcast, Stephen A. Smith said Jay-Z called and checked him about comparing Beyoncé to Rihanna while on Sherri Shepherd’s talk show in 2022, just ahead of RiRi’s Super Bowl halftime show. Stephen told the talk show host that although Rihanna is “fantastic,” she “ain’t Beyonce,” sparking backlash on social media. He later apologized for his comments.

Stephen said Jay-Z called him and said, “My dawg, you family, that’s family. That’s too close to say that”—meaning, you’re too close to the family to talk reckless and don’t mess with the family business!

Stephen A. Smith Recalls Jay-Z’s Reaction To His Rihanna “Ain’t Beyoncé” Remarks 

Stephen A. Smith claimed Jay-Z brought up his Beyoncé versus Rihanna Super Bowl Halftime Show comparison during a telephone call.

Jay-Z doesn’t play about his family as Stephen A. Smith found when Hov checked him for comparing Beyoncé to Rihanna.

The renowned sports journalist went viral after sharing his belief that Rhianna’s Super Bowl Halftime Show performance would be outshined by Beyoncé’s previous turn at the coveted slot.

Smith addressed the fallout during an appearance on the Connect the Dots podcast on Monday (March 4).

“I love Rihanna. I bought her album, she gets my money. Mad love for her, wish her nothing but the best … But you do know there’s only one Beyonce,” Smith said – seemingly repeating his earlier take.
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However, he revealed Jay-Z pulled him up on his remarks in a telephone call.

“A month later, Hov and I were on the phone,” Smith added. “Hov was like, ‘My dawg, you family, that’s family. That’s too close to say that’…In other words, it’s a business, it’s a part of it, you don’t know how she’ll receive it, etc. etc. etc. That’s all he had to say. I appreciated that.”

Stephen A Smith said celebs and industry people stopped talking to him after he was on TV debating about Rihanna and Beyonce until Jay-Z gave him a call. pic.twitter.com/ZgLk7sC8WF

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Jay-Z’s call followed Smith claiming the Roc Nation artist, “ain’t Beyoncé,” during a chat on Sherri.

“I don’t want to say I’m not excited, she’s fantastic, that’s not where I’m going with this,” he said referring to news of Rihanna’s performance. “Ladies and gentlemen, she’s a lot of things, she’s spectacular actually — and congratulations on the new mama hood — there’s one thing she’s not, she ain’t Beyoncé.”