In a much-anticipated boxing match held in Puerto Rico this past Friday, Bryant Myers emerged victorious over Cuban reggaeton star Ovi, securing a unanimous decision from the judges and claiming the event's championship belt. The showdown took place at the Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez in Bayamón, drawing thousands of fans of both urban music and boxing.
Ovi Speaks Out After Loss
Despite the setback, Ovi maintained his composure, though he was clearly frustrated. He voiced his concerns about the fairness of the match on social media. "Everyone knows that if I didn't knock him out, winning this fight was impossible. The federation was on his side. His logo was the only one on the floor. He was hitting me from behind," the Cuban artist shared on his Instagram stories.
Ovi also criticized Myers' fighting approach. "Myers was running more than Slayter in the ring, as if he was competing for an Olympic title. I don't get it; if I don't go at him, nothing happens. That's why I didn't want to fight here in Puerto Rico."
The Cuban fighter explained why he acted impulsively during one of the rounds. "Bryant, sorry for the kick and the punch that didn't count when you fell. I acted that way because you know you hit me from behind when the crowd's bell rang. That one didn't count. You caught me off guard, and still, you couldn't knock me out," he stated.
Ovi is now calling for a rematch, challenging the Puerto Rican rapper. "Let's have a fair rematch in Miami, with a Cuban federation I know, but don't run so much. You landed a few punches when I got in close."
The Match and Rivalry Between Ovi and Bryant Myers
The bout was part of the "Settling Scores" event, organized by Universal Promotions, and was officially sanctioned by the Puerto Rican Boxing Federation. It was contested in the super welterweight category (154 pounds) and lasted three rounds. Both artists weighed in at 153 pounds, with Ovi standing approximately 1.70 meters tall and Myers around 1.65 meters.
The fight was broadcast live on a pay-per-view basis through the Ticketera platform. The clash followed a series of disputes between the two reggaeton artists. In August, during a promotional press conference, Myers threw a microphone at Ovi's head, accidentally injuring the president of Universal Promotions. Since then, their rivalry intensified on social media, culminating in the September 12th ring encounter. Although a winner has been declared, the saga between Ovi and Bryant Myers seems far from over.
Questions About the Ovi vs. Bryant Myers Boxing Match
What was the outcome of the boxing match between Bryant Myers and Ovi?
Bryant Myers won the boxing match against Ovi by a unanimous decision from the judges.
Where did the fight between Bryant Myers and Ovi take place?
The fight took place at the Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez in Bayamón, Puerto Rico.
What weight category was the fight between Ovi and Bryant Myers contested in?
The fight was contested in the super welterweight category, with both fighters weighing in at 153 pounds.