Rigondeaux claimed he quit because of an injured hand, but no one in the building or social media seemed to believe him. Lomachenko fought fire with fire to earn his respect, but referee Steve Willis penalized Rigondeaux for holding in the fifth frame. — Laceupboxing (@Laceupboxing) December 10, 2017It's becoming clear that Lomachenko is that good, he doesn't need to hurt you to force the stoppage. #LomaRigo — Laceupboxing (@Laceupboxing) December 10, 2017I fought with a bent bone in my face trying to defend my world title ......and kicked ass.....… https://t.co/Q7heoAjuFJ — Steve Cunningham (@usscunningham) December 10, 2017Rigo skilled but this was one of those fights where emotion is needed. Nonetheless, Rigondeaux took home $400,000 for his performance and Lomachenko made $1 million for yet another impressive display.

Source: Forbes December 10, 2017 04:59 UTC