DUBAI
\nManager Vipin Gulia physically intervened to protect Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat during a heated backstage confrontation with opponent Anthony Taylor following Goyat\u2019s unanimous decision victory at Misfits Boxing 23 .
\nThe incident occurred in the medical room minutes after Goyat\u2019s dominant win over Taylor. What began as an apparent handshake attempt quickly escalated, with Taylor throwing a water bottle at Goyat before Gulia and security personnel separated the fighters.
\n\u201cWhen Taylor entered that medical room with clear aggression, I had to step between them immediately,\u201d said Vipin Gulia. \u201cMy first responsibility is always Neeraj\u2019s safety. This was not a sporting exchange\u2014this was someone who couldn\u2019t accept defeat trying to provoke my fighter in what should have been a secure recovery area.\u201d
\nGoyat had controlled the six-round contest with superior footwork and combination punching, earning scores of 59\u201355, 58\u201356, and 60\u201354 from the judges. According to eyewitness accounts, when Goyat declined Taylor\u2019s handshake and made dismissive comments, the American responded with profanity before throwing the bottle.
\n\u201cAs managers, we shield our fighters from unnecessary confrontations outside the ring,\u201d Gulia stated. \u201cThis incident highlights why proper security protocols and restricted access to recovery areas are necessities, not luxuries. Every promoter has a responsibility to ensure fighters can compete and recover in a safe environment.\u201d
\nThe experienced manager, recognised as one of the leading figures in Indian combat sports, confirmed Goyat was unharmed and remains focused on his rising international profile. Discussions are already underway for Goyat\u2019s next appearance on the global stage.
\nThe victory improves Goyat\u2019s professional record to 20-4-2.
\nMisfits Boxing has not yet issued a statement regarding the security breach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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