After multiple illegal blows, Colón was knocked down for the first time in his professional career during the ninth round. Colón spoke to the ringside doctor between the rounds and stated he felt dizzy, but felt he could go on.[12] The ringside doctor cleared Colón, continuing the match. Colón was disqualified after the ninth round, when his corner mistakenly removed his gloves thinking it was the end of the fight.[13] Colón's corner claimed he was incoherent and experiencing dizziness.