General Boxing Thread

[Blue_Wes]

Wilder to fight Povetkin in Russia. I think this is the most exciting heavyweight division since the days of Tyson, Lewis, Holyfield, etc.

Age, pace, average punch power, short size and slow feet will all be against Povetkin in this, WIlder won't mind it's in Russia, a half decent name at the right time on foreign soil to flatter Wilder's CV. I reckon Wilder will stop Povetkin, 6-8 after a slow and frustrating start. Hopefully he'll get through it to set up a decent match against Fury (assuming he get's through Klitschko again - which unless he has an amazing new game plan, I can't see him troubling Fury this time either - a far cry from my view pre-the first fight ay?)

I reckon Rigo has a more lucrative fight lined up, by all accounts he was on a flight to Miami before he could even have had his passport back, so we'll see. It's a shame as he's getting on too, 35 now, and it's likely Frampton will vacate rather than fight him, McGuigan citing lack of interest etc as their reason. It's difficult to see what exciting fights he can have unless he tries to move weights?

 

[Ricey]

Age, pace, average punch power, short size and slow feet will all be against Povetkin in this, WIlder won't mind it's in Russia, a half decent name at the right time on foreign soil to flatter Wilder's CV. I reckon Wilder will stop Povetkin, 6-8 after a slow and frustrating start. Hopefully he'll get through it to set up a decent match against Fury (assuming he get's through Klitschko again - which unless he has an amazing new game plan, I can't see him troubling Fury this time either - a far cry from my view pre-the first fight ay?)

I reckon Rigo has a more lucrative fight lined up, by all accounts he was on a flight to Miami before he could even have had his passport back, so we'll see. It's a shame as he's getting on too, 35 now, and it's likely Frampton will vacate rather than fight him, McGuigan citing lack of interest etc as their reason. It's difficult to see what exciting fights he can have unless he tries to move weights?

Good to have you back Wes, totally agree the result is a no brainer Wilder wins. I think Wilder vs Fury is a more exciting bout at the moment than Joshua vs Fury. Joshua just isn't read for that step up just yet, I think Wilder will put on a decent show against Fury. And judging by the fact Fury was straight in the ring calling out Wilder after he beat Szpilka, Fury wants this fight to happen.

I had heard that about Rigo and it's causing all sorts of talk, seeing as he was on the flight Wednesday to Miami when he was allegedly waiting for his visa application which he should've handed his passport in for. Just doesn't add up. Frampton is scared of Rigo and it won't happen which is a shame because would love to see the fight. It is such a shame he is 35 and doesn't quite have the profile to attract the big names or money.

Just seen Lee Selby vs Eric Hunter has been added to the AJ bill. I'm a fan of Selby and am looking forward to seeing him box in the flesh.

Did you try and get tickets Wes for the Joshua vs Martin fight?

 

[Blue_Wes]

Good to have you back Wes, totally agree the result is a no brainer Wilder wins. I think Wilder vs Fury is a more exciting bout at the moment than Joshua vs Fury. Joshua just isn't read for that step up just yet, I think Wilder will put on a decent show against Fury. And judging by the fact Fury was straight in the ring calling out Wilder after he beat Szpilka, Fury wants this fight to happen.

I had heard that about Rigo and it's causing all sorts of talk, seeing as he was on the flight Wednesday to Miami when he was allegedly waiting for his visa application which he should've handed his passport in for. Just doesn't add up. Frampton is scared of Rigo and it won't happen which is a shame because would love to see the fight. It is such a shame he is 35 and doesn't quite have the profile to attract the big names or money.

Just seen Lee Selby vs Eric Hunter has been added to the AJ bill. I'm a fan of Selby and am looking forward to seeing him box in the flesh.

Did you try and get tickets Wes for the Joshua vs Martin fight?

Cheers mate, work and home been keeping me busy....I've managed to fight my way free of responsibilities for a bit now though...

Yeah, much like GBJ, proper arseache...it just feels impossible to get tickets for the big fights now. I tried through multiple avenue's, pre-sales. Nothing. I do have tickets to Haye's next outing - I know it will most likely be another walkover, but it was a good evening last time out, and just glad to keep me toe (pun intended) in until another big one turns up I can get to.

Selby needs to put in a performance as well, so likely to look good in his next belt after his disappointing US debut...everyone talking about a Warrington meet, but at the moment, Selby's streets ahead for me.

 

[Ricey]

Cheers mate, work and home been keeping me busy....I've managed to fight my way free of responsibilities for a bit now though...

Yeah, much like GBJ, proper arseache...it just feels impossible to get tickets for the big fights now. I tried through multiple avenue's, pre-sales. Nothing. I do have tickets to Haye's next outing - I know it will most likely be another walkover, but it was a good evening last time out, and just glad to keep me toe (pun intended) in until another big one turns up I can get to.

Selby needs to put in a performance as well, so likely to look good in his next belt after his disappointing US debut...everyone talking about a Warrington meet, but at the moment, Selby's streets ahead for me.

I was tempted to go for the Haye fight tickets too but there is a few fights coming up I have my eyes on. I wouldn't mind going to see the Crolla fight against Barroso in Manchester. I'm quite a fan of Billy Joe Saunders and want to see him fight. I'm also waiting for the Eubank Sr vs Benn fight to get sorted so I can try for tickets to that.

I think Warrington has the upper hand and Selby needs him more than Warrington needs Selby. But like you I do think Selby is the better fighter.

What are your thoughts on this weekends fight with Mathews and Flanagan? My view is that I think Flanagan will win by stoppage. Flanagan is younger and unbeaten but Mathews has the experience having had so many fights already and only being 32. But I think Flanagan will out box him.

 

[Ricey]

David Haye loves using the Facebook live feature. He annoyed he could possibly be facing Lucas Browne in May. That would be a decent fight wish I had bought tickets now if he gets that fight. Just thought he would end up fighting another nobody.

 

[Ricey]

Just got tickets for the Kell Brook fight next weekend and paid £3.50. :winking: Thanks, Tickets for Troops.

 

[Ricey]

George Groves vs David Brophy added to the Joshua undercard.

 

[Ricey]

Excellent article in Boxing news about the governing bodies and how delusional the WBA are.

http://www.boxingnewsonline.net/snips-snipes-tyson-fury-is-the-wbas-real-heavyweight-champion/

 

[GBJ]

I got offered tickets to the April 9th card, last week. £350 floor seats. Couldnt do it. Shame, as it will be a very good night.

I have got decent tickets for Haye (which I'm quietly sceptical about).

 

[GBJ]

Just got tickets for the Kell Brook fight next weekend and paid £3.50. :winking: Thanks, Tickets for Troops.

Excellent deal.

 

[Ricey]

I got offered tickets to the April 9th card, last week. £350 floor seats. Couldnt do it. Shame, as it will be a very good night.

I have got decent tickets for Haye (which I'm quietly sceptical about).

What are you sceptical about? The night or Haye in general? It's got to be Shannon Briggs, Browne has said no! Haye reckons an announcement will be very soon.

Excellent deal.

It's the perks of being in the military! (Not that there is many left) Hoping a few of Saunders fights end up on there.

 

[Ricey]

Good weekend of boxing this weekend.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Nick Blackwell live on Channel 5 show starts at 2140 on Saturday.

Kell Brook vs Kevin Bizier live on Sky Sports 1, show starts at 1930 on Saturday.

And finally in his return to light heavyweight with the promise of a fight with Kovalev if he wins this bout.

Andre Ward vs Sullivan Barrera live on Box Nation, show starts at 0000 on Sunday.

 

[GBJ]

What are you sceptical about? The night or Haye in general? It's got to be Shannon Briggs, Browne has said no! Haye reckons an announcement will be very soon.

Errrm, bit of both TBH. With Haye's well documented record of pulling out of a fight, I will be sceptical right up until he steps between the ropes, on the night. Im also very aware, that I'm literally going for just that one fight, because as expected, the undercard is very thin, which I know, the people I'll be with, (extreme casuals) won't give it the time of day.

All moaning aside, You don't normally have a bad night out at The O2, so I'm looking forward to it

I'd love it to be Browne, but I'd say there's more chance of it being me TBH. If it is Briggs', the build-up at least will be excellent.

 

[Ricey]

Errrm, bit of both TBH. With Haye's well documented record of pulling out of a fight, I will be sceptical right up until he steps between the ropes, on the night. Im also very aware, that I'm literally going for just that one fight, because as expected, the undercard is very thin, which I know, the people I'll be with, (extreme casuals) won't give it the time of day.

All moaning aside, You don't normally have a bad night out at The O2, so I'm looking forward to it

I'd love it to be Browne, but I'd say there's more chance of it being me TBH. If it is Briggs', the build-up at least will be excellent.

"LETS GO CHAMP!" He's an interesting character Briggs.

Have you seen the news about Browne failing a drugs test?

 

[GBJ]

Good weekend of boxing this weekend.

Chris Eubank Jr vs Nick Blackwell live on Channel 5 show starts at 2140 on Saturday.

Kell Brook vs Kevin Bizier live on Sky Sports 1, show starts at 1930 on Saturday.

And finally in his return to light heavyweight with the promise of a fight with Kovalev if he wins this bout.

Andre Ward vs Sullivan Barrera live on Box Nation, show starts at 0000 on Sunday.

Eubank & Brook should be simple enough. The opposition simply can't compete with the respective levels of class. I'd fancy a Eubank & Brook stoppage. Couldn't say anything much about Ward-Barrera, as I know nothing about Barrera

 

[GBJ]

"LETS GO CHAMP!" He's an interesting character Briggs.

Have you seen the news about Browne failing a drugs test?

Yeah I see that. Bit odd really, as nothing has seemingly happened about it. He's been accused, refuted it, and it's all gone quiet. Don't really know what to make of it TBH. I can't see Hatton being involved with it, and I'd be surprised if he would actively train/manage/promote a fighter he knew was doing it.

 

[Ricey]

Eubank & Brook should be simple enough. The opposition simply can't compete with the respective levels of class. I'd fancy a Eubank & Brook stoppage. Couldn't say anything much about Ward-Barrera, as I know nothing about Barrera

I think the Eubank bout is a bit weak I would have liked to see him fight Andy Lee. Blackwell is average and got easily beaten by Billy Joe Saunders. His dad's ego is putting his career at risk and now he has his promoters license will be enjoyable watch the Eubank circus in full swing.

Barrera shouldn't be taken lightly good fighter but he is clearly being used as a stepping stone to prove Ward is ready for Kovalev. What people seem to be forgetting is that Ward was a light heavyweight before and won gold at the olympics at that weight. So he shouldn't be underestimated at that light heavyweight. He will have his work cut out against Kovalev but if he wins he will certainly go down in history as one of the greats.

 

[Ricey]

Yeah I see that. Bit odd really, as nothing has seemingly happened about it. He's been accused, refuted it, and it's all gone quiet. Don't really know what to make of it TBH. I can't see Hatton being involved with it, and I'd be surprised if he would actively train/manage/promote a fighter he knew was doing it.

Browne has claimed the only explanation is his food/drink was spiked. I assume until they have investigated further they aren't going to make a song and dance about it. I would assume 99.9% that he won't fight Haye now, even though that fight was never happening in May prior to the drugs test.

 

[Ricey]

Does anyone actually like Chris Eubank Jr? I'm not 100% sold on him.

 

[GBJ]

Does anyone actually like Chris Eubank Jr? I'm not 100% sold on him.

Im not totally sold on him either, but I don't dislike him. As a person, i can see why people would dislike him, but it's all just an act/show for the cameras. I don't think he's a great boxer, and certainly won't emulate his old mans success.