BREAKING: In a shocking turn of events, Georgia center Somto Cyril was ejected during a heated matchup against the University of Florida on Tuesday night. The incident occurred midway through the first half when Cyril threw a forearm at Florida’s Rueben Chinyelu, leading officials to take immediate action after reviewing the play.
As the Bulldogs faced off against the Gators in Gainesville, Florida, tensions flared under the basket. Cyril’s aggressive move came after a made basket, resulting in a pivotal ejection that left the 18th-ranked Bulldogs scrambling. Following Cyril’s exit, the Gators capitalized, scoring eight consecutive points to extend their lead to its largest of the game.
Cyril, who has been a standout this season averaging 10 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks per game, has been shooting an impressive 81.1% from the field. His absence was palpable, as the defending national champions quickly shifted momentum in their favor.
After the ejection, Cyril appeared remorseful, reportedly apologizing to Georgia coach Mike White and attempting to embrace teammates. However, officials promptly escorted him off the court amidst a chorus of boos from the crowd, underscoring the emotional weight of the moment.
This developing story raises questions about the impact of Cyril’s actions on the Bulldogs’ chances in this crucial matchup. Fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring how Georgia responds without one of its key players as the game progresses.
Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding situation as it continues to impact the NCAA basketball landscape.
