Ray Mercer scores knockout against Tommy Morrison in 1991 heavyweight clash

Ray Mercer scored a dramatic knockout against Tommy Morrison in their heavyweight fight in October 1991. After a slow start, Mercer unleashed a flurry of 19 unanswered punches in the fifth round, leaving Morrison unconscious against the ropes. The fight was controversial due to the referee's delayed stoppage, which many criticized as one of the worst in boxing history. Despite the setback, Mercer gained recognition and aimed for a title shot against Evander Holyfield. Morrison rebounded from the loss, winning eight consecutive fights before claiming the WBO title in 1993. His career ended prematurely in 1996 after testing positive for HIV, a diagnosis his family has since disputed.