There was no time for the action to resume and, on the bell, Whittaker jived in satisfaction before going back to his corner. The shot appeared to land behind Rivera’s head and he didn’t look convincing when he came out for the second round. You could see why, too, because within seconds he was back on the canvas, deposited by a left hook, prompting referee Michael Griffin to wave it off after Rivera had made it back to his feet.
