Thor Bjornsson shows off brutal black eye as scars from war with Eddie Hall are revealed after Games of Thrones ace wins
HAFTHOR BJORNSSON was left with one hell of a shiner following his grudge match with Eddie Hall.
The Icelandic giant took on the 2017 World’s Strongest Man in a Dubai dust-up on Saturday night, which he won via decision.
Bjornsson dropped Hall twice but was also sent to the canvas by ‘The Beast’, who left him with a black eye.
The man-mountain’s pal Larry Wheels shared a picture of the pair to his Instagram story as a teaser for an upcoming interview.
And the area under Bjornsson’s right eye was black and blue from the punishing blows Hall landed.
The former Game of Thrones star was quick to give Hall props for his valiant effort and his punching power.
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In his post-fight interview, he said: “I’ve never been dropped in training, so hats off to him. He really can punch.
“He wasn’t lying! But today, I feel technique won.”
Hall was upset with judges’ scorecards as he believed he did enough to have his hand raised.
Bjornsson said: “Understandably, he seemed a bit angry still. He lost the fight so it’s understandable as well.
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“But I’m happy, if he wants the rematch I’ll take a rematch no problem. Would you guys like to see a rematch?”
He added: “On my behalf, I’ve moved on. If he wants a rematch, I’m fine with it.”
Hall broke his silence on the defeat on Instagram this morning, saying: “You know what, I can take things as a man. It is what it is, that’s boxing.
“At the end of the day, I’ve just fought the biggest man on the planet in a boxing match.
“I’d like to see anyone else get the balls and do that.
“It’s been a hell of a journey; I’ve enjoyed it and hopefully there’s a rematch and we can do business again.
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“I want to wish everyone out there.. that you’re staying safe, staying positive and you keep moving forward in life.
“The most important thing is family; this gorgeous baby [Hall’s wife] is my rock and no matter what happens I get to go home to her and the kids.”