#boxing #boxinghighlights #ryadmerhy #tonyyoka On December 9, 2023, Ryad Merhy defeated Tony Yoka by split decision in a 10-round heavyweight bout at Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France. Merhy overcame Yoka’s height and reach advantages with effective counterpunching, accurate power shots, and composed defense, while Yoka struggled to establish a consistent rhythm. After ten competitive rounds, Merhy earned the victory by split decision with scores of 96–94, 96–94, and 94–96, handing Yoka his third consecutive professional defeat.