Controversy Erupts Post-Fight as Zerafa’s Brother Attacks Trainer

In a notable incident following a boxing match on Wednesday night at the ICC Theatre in Sydney, a violent altercation occurred as Michael Zerafa‘s brother delivered an unexpected attack on Tommy Browne’s trainer, Tommy Mercuri.

The event took place after Zerafa‘s scheduled fight against veteran boxer Tommy Browne was abruptly halted due to Browne sustaining a severe bicep injury. This injury prompted the referee to call off the fight after just one round.

After the fight was stopped, tensions escalated when Zerafa expressed his frustration towards Browne, accusing him of quitting. This confrontation led to a verbal exchange between Zerafa and Mercuri, Browne’s trainer.

Subsequently, Zerafa’s brother, who was present as a cornerman, entered the ring and struck Mercuri, which Mercuri later described as a “dog shot.” The incident prompted an immediate response from event officials, and security was required to restore order in the ring.

Prominent Australian trainer Tommy Mercuri has since called for a lifetime ban for Zerafa’s brother from all Australia’s boxing venues due to the disgraceful behavior exhibited.

No Limit Promotions‘ chief, Matt Rose, expressed disapproval of the incident and confirmed that appropriate sanctions would be assessed regarding the actions of Zerafa’s brother. However, he also stated that Zerafa’s contract with the promotion remains unaffected, asserting that the fighter himself did not engage in any wrongdoing during the match.

The chaotic scenes after the fight have attracted attention from the NSW Combat Authority, indicating that an official review will take place concerning the circumstances surrounding the incident and the behavior of those involved.

Despite the disturbance, both Michael Zerafa and Nikita Tszyu are expected to continue their boxing careers, with discussions already underway for a highly anticipated matchup between them in the near future.