All the press knew that one - and other fights - were fixed. Gavilan was a mob-controlled fighter, too, and when he fought Billy Graham it was clear Graham had been robbed of the title. The decision would be bought.
The entire media recognized that some matches - including others - were predetermined. Gavilan was also under mob influence, and during his bout with Billy Graham, it became clear that Graham had lost the championship unfairly. It was evident that the result had been purchased.