I see Shamba running like Justin Gatlin in the first 3-4 rounds with Tzysu stalking him patiently...then as the middle rounds comes Tyzsu would have found his distance and begin to land rights after rights...Mitchell would try to hustle and fight back but the accumalative punches that Tyzsu landed would have taken its toll on his legs and energy.....Tyszu to win between rounds 9-12 by ko.

I agree, Tszyu stops him between 8-12 rounds.

tszyu by 6th round ko. kostya is out on a mission

tszyu by 6th round ko. kostya is out on a mission


couldnt have said it better, Kostya is going to wear Sharmba down, then wear him out.

I think Tyszu wins by UD. Id like to see a KO but I think Mitchell will hang on.

Mitchell boxes circles around Tyszu to earn a lopsided decision. I consider myself a Tyszu fan but he just hasn't been acitive enough to win this fight; plus his last fight against James Leija was much less than impressive. With Tyszu punching power and experence as champ I by no means will count him out. But from by standppoint this fight will usher in a new era for the junior welterweight division, one with Kostya Tszyu no longer a major player.

Zoo TKO by 7.

Tszyu by tko...

tszyu will win by tko either 5th or 7th round, if neither of those rounds bring a TKO then hes gonna win by UD
BUT he is gonna win, thats all that matters!

Mitchell UD 12; Sharmba wins too many early rounds when Kostya is shaking off some ring rust

zoo by 11th round tko

I see a slow paced cautiuos type of fight early on from both.I think Sharmba will pick up the pace after one maybe two rounds, while Tszyu picks his spots carefully to the head & body.I think Tszyu will eventually turn up the heat and slow Mitchell down with his hard bodyshots.By the 7th Rd,I see Mitchell tiring which will give Tszyu the opportunity to corner him and bomb away causing the Ref to stop the fight.

I pick Tszy by 7th Rd TKO

I see a slow paced cautiuos type of fight early on from both.I think Sharmba will pick up the pace after one maybe two rounds, while Tszyu picks his spots carefully to the head & body.I think Tszyu will eventually turn up the heat and slow Mitchell down with his hard bodyshots.By the 7th Rd,I see Mitchell tiring which will give Tszyu the opportunity to corner him and bomb away causing the Ref to stop the fight.

I pick Tszy by 7th Rd TKO

after that i see a very happy tszyu, and a very shcoked sharmba

anyone wanna bet? i got tzsyu. so anyone want put thier mitchell money where thier mouth is let me know.

Tzsyu wins by UD.

anyone wanna bet? i got tzsyu. so anyone want put thier mitchell money where thier mouth is let me know.


I'll bet you 3000 points

I'll take Mitchell, but I really want Tszyu to win.

Tszyu TKO in 10 round.

Nice foto:)

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How to place photos on a forum?

The second attempt.

I do not understand. To hell.

Sharmba wins this fight by UD. He has been too active and has the speed and mobility to beat KZ. Styles make fights and he was winning the first one before having to quit due to roughhousing tactics employed by KZ. This time his knee is 100% so I see him making KZ look like a fool. No KDs or KOs in this fight.

This is scorecards Tszyu-Mitchell (2001)
Tszyu 68-65, Tszyu 68-64 and 66-66.

Unique hope Mitchell - on loss of sports form Kostya for the inactive period.

Here's betting that Kostya's layoff won't hurt the man a bit. Having said that, he's a little older now and not the swiftest, and a well-placed punch by Sharmba would put him down. Though can Sharmba make that perfect throw? I think he'll be too busy floating around Kostya and will wear himself out before he has the chance. He'll remember how the sometimes statue-like KZ almost put him down with some well-placed shots last time. He'll think his dancing will get him through this one. He'll get worn out too soon and Kostya will put him down in the late rounds. Let's say...Kostya KO 9.

This is scorecards Tszyu-Mitchell (2001)
Tszyu 68-65, Tszyu 68-64 and 66-66.

Unique hope Mitchell - on loss of sports form Kostya for the inactive period.

That fight was in Australia, with biases judges. I had SM ahead on my scorecards by a score of 67-65 and I was rooting for KZ at the time, so I might've given him a round that was close. It could've well been 68-64 in SM's favor. Anyway, I think SM will pull it off this time but it's only my opinion. I seem to be in the minority here.

How can anyone think the layoff won't hurt Tszyu ?
Did you see his fight with Leija ?
He was easy to hit, & was slow to get off with his less-than-snappy punches.

& that was with Leija.
Mitchell is a far bigger challenge than Leija.
A slick, fast lefty who has been quite acive....& doesn't bust up like Leija.

Mitchell makes Tszyu look awful for a while....hangs tough when Tszyu finally gets going...& wins a unanimous decision.

That fight was in Australia, with biases judges. I had SM ahead on my scorecards by a score of 67-65 and I was rooting for KZ at the time, so I might've given him a round that was close. It could've well been 68-64 in SM's favor. Anyway, I think SM will pull it off this time but it's only my opinion. I seem to be in the minority here.


NOT TRUE... that fight was in las vegas at the Mandalay Bay, tszyu was winning on the scorecards despite being penalized a point... I think tszyu will win again, cause mitchell is way overated and has fought NOBODY.... mitchell is also standing and trading alot more these days, which is to tszyu's advantage... i do believe tszyu wil start slow as usual, but will come on strong, as mitchell fades and looks for another excuse to get out of there

I'll bet you 3000 points

I'll take Mitchell, but I really want Tszyu to win.

I'm taking a chance(only because Tszyu's been inactive) but i'll take the bet if bigpappy doesnt.

I'm putting it all on Mitchell to knock Tszyu out...IF Tszyu even shows up.

I wish that option were available in the betting. That Tszyu will pull out, because he probably will. I refuse to believe the fight even happens until the bell rings.

Tszyu is a scared ***** and he's got what is coming to him the next time he steps in the ring with almost anybody, let alone Mitchell.

What is this silly junk about "Has Mitchell stayed too active?" Hahahaha, yeah, they make it sound like he's been fighting every month. He's been fighting a rather normal fight schedule.

Mitchell was schooling Tszyu with one leg and now that he has 2 legs and sees Tszyu for the ***** he is, Mitchell will knock him out. Or definitely win a VERY lop-sided decision.

However, I cannot get up for this fight because ultimately, I expect Tszyu to pull out...again. He is notorious for pulling out of fights. He pulled out twice against Judah, and twice so far against Mitchell.

In their first fight, Mitchell had a real reason to pull out, but didn't. He was injured the night of the fight, but went on anyhow. And if Tszyu hadn't cheated and kept throwing Mitchell to the ground, Mitchell would've easily won. He was clearly winning. Those judges, I know what they had it, but they were wrong. Anybody that watches that fight cannot say with a clear conscience that Tszyu won that fight.

Okay also,

Phillips beat a better Tszyu.

Mitchell is better than Phillips ever was. Tszyu is probably worse than he was, somehow (which is amazing, being even worse than that). Mitchell may not hit as hard, but he hits a lot faster. Speed kills. So does coke, just ask Kurt Cobain. Oh wait, he's dead, nevermind.

i'm pulling for my DC brethren, mitchell! and after that, i hope zab drops back down so mitchell can rip him a new one!

anyone wanna put up a G against me?

That fight was in Australia, with biases judges. I had SM ahead on my scorecards by a score of 67-65 and I was rooting for KZ at the time, so I might've given him a round that was close. It could've well been 68-64 in SM's favor. Anyway, I think SM will pull it off this time but it's only my opinion. I seem to be in the minority here.
Explain me - what has made Mitchell to be ahead Tszyu in that fight? I looked this fightl repeatedly: Kostya held a situation under the control and set a manner and rate of fight. SM in that fight precisely did not win by scorecards.

Mitchell wins by UD; Tszyu has not been in a fight in a very long time on top of the training injuries he has experienced. Mitchell has fought almost 10 times since he and tszyu first fought. He is much more experienced than he was in the first fight and he is hungrier.

Mitchell wins by UD; Tszyu has not been in a fight in a very long time on top of the training injuries he has experienced. Mitchell has fought almost 10 times since he and tszyu first fight. He is much more experienced than he was in the first fight and he is hungrier.

that kid in your avatar looks like a straight demon.

How can anyone think the layoff won't hurt Tszyu ?
Did you see his fight with Leija ?
He was easy to hit, & was slow to get off with his less-than-snappy punches.

& that was with Leija.
Mitchell is a far bigger challenge than Leija.
A slick, fast lefty who has been quite acive....& doesn't bust up like Leija.

Mitchell makes Tszyu look awful for a while....hangs tough when Tszyu finally gets going...& wins a unanimous decision.
I am afraid, that this example does not approach: Leija too strongly differs from Mitchell on a manner of conducting a duel. And therefore this example of nothing proves. Spinks was for Tyson more the serious obstacle, than Smith. But Mike knocked out Spinks in the first round, and James could not in general. Foreman too was stronger opponent, than Bonavena, but as we remember a fight with Oscar has taken away more forces at Ali, than a fight with Geordge.

I am afraid, that this example does not approach: Leija too strongly differs from Mitchell on a manner of conducting a duel. And therefore this example of nothing proves. Spinks was for Tyson more the serious obstacle, than Smith. But Mike knocked out Spinks in the first round, and James could not in general. Foreman too was stronger opponent, than Bonavena, but as we remember a fight with Oscar has taken away more forces at Ali, than a fight with Geordge.

wow, this is .... i dunno what it is .... where are you from??

Tszyu has not been in a fight in a very long time
I think, it is the unique reasons which can prevent Tszyu to win.
And his traumas certainly.

wow, this is .... i dunno what it is .... where are you from??
Oh, man. I can tell one - my native language not English. I was already exhausted in attempts to write clear for others posts.

Sorry again.

I am afraid, that this example does not approach: Leija too strongly differs from Mitchell on a manner of conducting a duel. And therefore this example of nothing proves. Spinks was for Tyson more the serious obstacle, than Smith. But Mike knocked out Spinks in the first round, and James could not in general. Foreman too was stronger opponent, than Bonavena, but as we remember a fight with Oscar has taken away more forces at Ali, than a fight with Geordge.


Missing my point. I'm not using a "triangle theory".

Just pointing out to those who believe tszyu's inactivity isn't an issue....that it WAS an issue when he fought Leija.
Had he been more active, he'd have handled Leija easily. Instead, he struggled.
Now, after an EVEN LONGER layoff, he's facinga much more difficult fighter in Mitchell...& it's gonna show.

zu can fight and usaully is much stronger but sharba is just as strong i dontthink zu can knock him out or even catch him good to do so if that the case sharmba gone win a decision

Missing my point. I'm not using a "triangle theory".

Just pointing out to those who believe tszyu's inactivity isn't an issue....that it WAS an issue when he fought Leija.
Had he been more active, he'd have handled Leija easily. Instead, he struggled.
Now, after an EVEN LONGER layoff, he's facinga much more difficult fighter in Mitchell...& it's gonna show.
You missing my.
As I already spoke the inactive period for Kostya may be problem, but not the fact, what the fight with Leija Tszyu has lead not convincingly only owing to the long absence in a ring. I repeat: the reason can be and style of conducting fight of the opponent.

Explain me - what has made Mitchell to be ahead Tszyu in that fight? I looked this fightl repeatedly: Kostya held a situation under the control and set a manner and rate of fight. SM in that fight precisely did not win by scorecards.

I thought SM was controling the action and had better defense than KZ. Ring generalship counts, brother.

BTW, are you using google's translator? LOL, just kidding, man.

Mitchell UD over 12 rounds. I think Mitchell was legitamately injured in the first fight and he hasn`t put a foot wrong since ( pun intended ).
Something like 116 - 113 for Mitchell!

Tszyu by savage 8th round kayo, mitchell will never fight again

You missing my.
As I already spoke the inactive period for Kostya may be problem, but not the fact, what the fight with Leija Tszyu has lead not convincingly only owing to the long absence in a ring. I repeat: the reason can be and style of conducting fight of the opponent.

maybe its too early in the morning for me
but this **** dont make any sense to me
i think i see Kostya Tszyu and Leija
but the rest seems like jibberish
nothin conects
bunch of begining to random thoughts

i dont even understand what you just wrote man, "beginning to random thoughts?"

I thought SM was controling the action and had better defense than KZ. Ring generalship counts, brother.

BTW, are you using google's translator? LOL, just kidding, man.


I think absolutely differently.

I use the translator. What else me to do?:)

I believe, it is amusing to read it for those who knows English very good.:)

maybe its too early in the morning for me
but this **** dont make any sense to me
i think i see Kostya Tszyu and Leija
but the rest seems like jibberish
nothin conects
bunch of begining to random thoughts
Go wash, accept breakfast, think a little and... сome back. You will see, that all will be much better.:)

Go wash, accept breakfast, think a little and... сome back. You will see, that all will be much better.:)

I have been up all day, i still dont understand that last message!

"accept breakfast"


Yes....please do. People nowadays are so prejudiced against things they are unfamiliar with.
Please, see that breakfast is a good, healthy thing. Don't push that plate of bacon & eggs away.... just put a little more syrup on your pancakes.... & have a second cup of coffee.

Just accept breakfast. it's the right thing to do.

I am glad, someone understands me.:)
It is a pity - not completely:)

"accept breakfast"


Yes....please do. People nowadays are so prejudiced against things they are unfamiliar with.
Please, see that breakfast is a good, healthy thing. Don't push that plate of bacon & eggs away.... just put a little more syrup on your pancakes.... & have a second cup of coffee.

Just accept breakfast. it's the right thing to do.

I understand this ^.

I repeat: the reason can be and style of conducting fight of the opponent.

But I dont understand this ^

To elveiel

I shall try to explain to you, but later - I am now borrowed (I talk on the native language with my girl).:)

i think another factor is that tszyu has taken this fight very personally... bithcell has talked alot of **** and tszyu does not like to be disrespected, just ask zab... i think tsyzu will be fired up and ready for this fight...

To elveiel and others

I repeat: the reason can be style of fight of the opponent, but not inactive period.

Hope, now clearly.

Tszyu UD due to one or two KDs. Mitchell edges him out on rounds, but isn't able to stay on his feet. Mitchell has a good chin, so I don't think he will get KOed.

Mitchell has been more active, but against less than stellar opposition, and he actually hasn't looked that great.

NO WAY does Mitchell KO Tszyu, feathers are the best description of his fists.

I'll bet you 3000 points

I'll take Mitchell, but I really want Tszyu to win.

your on. 3000 it is.

I hope, Kostya knock him out. But UD will be very nice too.

I'm picking Mitchell. He was boxing pretty well in the 1st fight & even stunned Tszyu once or twice. A healthy Mitchell is too slick & smart for him. The inactivity will hurt Tszyu, he's 35 years old.

*****ell is 34 and has more wear and tear on him, espically in the last 2 years that tsyzu's been out.... *****ell barely got past N'dou

Ndou is no easy fight for any 140 pounder. Remember his fight with Cotto, he pressured him and pushed him hard & Ndou had an injury during the fight. Cotto had his hands full. Mitchell has wear & tear but Tszyu has had 2 serious injuries in less than 2 years. I think his body is breaking alot faster than Mitchells

I'm picking Mitchell. He was boxing pretty well in the 1st fight & even stunned Tszyu once or twice. A healthy Mitchell is too slick & smart for him. The inactivity will hurt Tszyu, he's 35 years old.
I'm with him ^

uppin this for the fight tommorow night, im so excited about this fight, everyone get in predictions if you haven't already.

Tszyu's inactivity hurt him in this fight. I think Mitchell can pull it off. Plus Tszyu has "almost retired" in the last two months.

Tzsyu by 8th round KO

The question is, does the winner fight Harris, as they should? I hope so...

The question is, does the winner fight Harris, as they should? I hope so...

The winner is set to fight Hatton, If Mitchell wins he wont fight him(***** out by demanding too much money) but Tszyu would if the moneys right.

If Harris didnt ***** out of the Hatton fight and won it instead he'd deserved a shot but a man with no fans, no TV backing, no promoters backing doesnt deserve a shot at the winner. Harris is a good fighter but he's made things very difficult for himself.

I would have liked to see the Harris vs Hatton winner fight the Tszyu vs Mitchell winner, although Hatton better in every dept, but Harris big right hand would give Hatton loads of trouble, it would make for a good fight.

so who should I put my money on? ÷¦-¦

im gonna go for kostya win by a close decision

I see a slow paced cautiuos type of fight early on from both.I think Sharmba will pick up the pace after one maybe two rounds, while Tszyu picks his spots carefully to the head & body.I think Tszyu will eventually turn up the heat and slow Mitchell down with his hard bodyshots.By the 7th Rd,I see Mitchell tiring which will give Tszyu the opportunity to corner him and bomb away causing the Ref to stop the fight.

I pick Tszyu by 7th Rd TKO

couldnt have said it better, Kostya is going to wear Sharmba down, then wear him out.

Same for me, Tszyu just has too much power for the slick Mitchell. I just hope it's half as good as we've been thinking it will be; all the waiting has made me anxious! I'm SOOOOOOOO ready to see this fight! :D

I think Mitchell shocks Tsysu and wins UD. Just too active and this is the fight he wants, he might perform better than ever. Its too good of a chance to break into the big time. Tsysu wins nothing by beating Mittchell, so i think Mittchell edges it.

Mitchell by late round TKO. Tszyu's Timing will be off and he will probably take some good, solid combinations that will eventually take their toll. If this re-match had taken place before Tszyu's lay-off, Mitchell would be on the recieving end of the punishment. Tszyu needs to fight a tune-up, maybe even two, before he can be as sharp as he once was.

Mitchell by late round TKO. Tszyu's Timing will be off and he will probably take some good, solid combinations that will eventually take their toll. If this re-match had taken place before Tszyu's lay-off, Mitchell would be on the recieving end of the punishment. Tszyu needs to fight a tune-up, maybe even two, before he can be as sharp as he once was.

Your putting alot of wieght on Mitchells feather fists. He went 5 solid years as a pro without a KO/TKO on his record. Mitchell only wins if KT can't land his bombs....which is possible. Timing is the first sign of ring rust.

I think KT will be able to land in the later rounds due to Mitchell getting tired from dodging them all night. To me, this is the far more plausible way this fight goes.

KT wins by KO/TKO.....70% in my mind.
Mitchell wins by UD/SD......30%

I'm a pretty big fan of Tzyu and think he has a really good chance of winning this fight. I would predict a KO in 8-10 or a UD. Still, Mitchell is very live and dangerous and has an excelent chance to win this fight. it should be a good one.

Mitchell UD 12; Sharmba wins too many early rounds when Kostya is shaking off some ring rust

oops! you couldnt have been more off

maybe youll have better luck next time :p

oops! you couldnt have been more off

maybe youll have better luck next time :p
burn haha good one

I'm putting it all on Mitchell to knock Tszyu out...IF Tszyu even shows up.

I wish that option were available in the betting. That Tszyu will pull out, because he probably will. I refuse to believe the fight even happens until the bell rings.

Tszyu is a scared ***** and he's got what is coming to him the next time he steps in the ring with almost anybody, let alone Mitchell.

What is this silly junk about "Has Mitchell stayed too active?" Hahahaha, yeah, they make it sound like he's been fighting every month. He's been fighting a rather normal fight schedule.

Mitchell was schooling Tszyu with one leg and now that he has 2 legs and sees Tszyu for the ***** he is, Mitchell will knock him out. Or definitely win a VERY lop-sided decision.

However, I cannot get up for this fight because ultimately, I expect Tszyu to pull out...again. He is notorious for pulling out of fights. He pulled out twice against Judah, and twice so far against Mitchell.

In their first fight, Mitchell had a real reason to pull out, but didn't. He was injured the night of the fight, but went on anyhow. And if Tszyu hadn't cheated and kept throwing Mitchell to the ground, Mitchell would've easily won. He was clearly winning. Those judges, I know what they had it, but they were wrong. Anybody that watches that fight cannot say with a clear conscience that Tszyu won that fight.

wow were you trying to show your lack of boxing knowledge

tszyu is a *****? come on man

you couldnt have been further off

The real question that needs to be answered here is why did so many people think that Tszyu was going to lose to Mitchell?

boy it sure is cool to come back to a predictions thread and make fun of people!! :rolleyes:

when they call tszyu a ***** i cannot pass up the oppurtunity to make fun of them

tszyu is one of the harderst working, most determined, and most deserving champs out there

when they call tszyu a ***** i cannot pass up the oppurtunity to make fun of them

tszyu is one of the harderst working, most determined, and most deserving champs out there

you're alright tech, just some comments on here made me laugh

zoo in the 3rd fight will be stop by the ref

I'm putting it all on Mitchell to knock Tszyu out...IF Tszyu even shows up.

I wish that option were available in the betting. That Tszyu will pull out, because he probably will. I refuse to believe the fight even happens until the bell rings.

Tszyu is a scared ***** and he's got what is coming to him the next time he steps in the ring with almost anybody, let alone Mitchell.

What is this silly junk about "Has Mitchell stayed too active?" Hahahaha, yeah, they make it sound like he's been fighting every month. He's been fighting a rather normal fight schedule.

Mitchell was schooling Tszyu with one leg and now that he has 2 legs and sees Tszyu for the ***** he is, Mitchell will knock him out. Or definitely win a VERY lop-sided decision.

However, I cannot get up for this fight because ultimately, I expect Tszyu to pull out...again. He is notorious for pulling out of fights. He pulled out twice against Judah, and twice so far against Mitchell.

In their first fight, Mitchell had a real reason to pull out, but didn't. He was injured the night of the fight, but went on anyhow. And if Tszyu hadn't cheated and kept throwing Mitchell to the ground, Mitchell would've easily won. He was clearly winning. Those judges, I know what they had it, but they were wrong. Anybody that watches that fight cannot say with a clear conscience that Tszyu won that fight.

Is it safe to assume from this post that there will be no excuses for Mitchell's ass whipping?? Sharmba didnt bother to make any, which I respect him for ;)

boy it sure is cool to come back to a predictions thread and make fun of people!! :rolleyes:

Don't worry I am going to be bringing back this thread the next time Tszyu owns someone on these people's lists.

http://www.boxingscene.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2211

your on. 3000 it is.

jose i need my points man!!!!!!!

I would have posted regarding this fight sooner, but I had a big cookout this weekend.

All I can say is, "wow".

I honestly expected Mitchell to make more of a fight out of it, especially with a ring the size of an aircraft hangar. WTF was Mitchell thinking trying to go toe to toe? That has got to be the stupidest game plan I have ever seen in a fight.
On the flip side of that, Judah is every bit as good, if not better, than Mitchell at using a large ring, and it didn't take Tzyu long to catch up with him, either.

From Tzyu's side, he looked just as good as always, though I did see something of some concern for his future as a fighter. He's always been a little rough in the ring, but I counted about 10 times where he would push the jab out slowly, get the left arm on Mitchell's shoulder, then pull with the left and punch with the right. Not nice Kostya.

If I had called this fight, I would have likely picked Mitchell with the long layoff, but given Tzyu a punchers chance. I expected it to go long, likely to a decision. I never expected it to end in 3.

I see a slow paced cautiuos type of fight early on from both.I think Sharmba will pick up the pace after one maybe two rounds, while Tszyu picks his spots carefully to the head & body.I think Tszyu will eventually turn up the heat and slow Mitchell down with his hard bodyshots.By the 7th Rd,I see Mitchell tiring which will give Tszyu the opportunity to corner him and bomb away causing the Ref to stop the fight.

I pick Tszyu by 7th Rd TKO


Damn,almost had it,lol

most people underestimate kostya and his power. he ain't dead yet! he's got a alot of fights ahead of him.

I would have posted regarding this fight sooner, but I had a big cookout this weekend.

All I can say is, "wow".

I honestly expected Mitchell to make more of a fight out of it, especially with a ring the size of an aircraft hangar. WTF was Mitchell thinking trying to go toe to toe? That has got to be the stupidest game plan I have ever seen in a fight.
On the flip side of that, Judah is every bit as good, if not better, than Mitchell at using a large ring, and it didn't take Tzyu long to catch up with him, either.

From Tzyu's side, he looked just as good as always, though I did see something of some concern for his future as a fighter. He's always been a little rough in the ring, but I counted about 10 times where he would push the jab out slowly, get the left arm on Mitchell's shoulder, then pull with the left and punch with the right. Not nice Kostya.

If I had called this fight, I would have likely picked Mitchell with the long layoff, but given Tzyu a punchers chance. I expected it to go long, likely to a decision. I never expected it to end in 3.

And here I thought it was Mitchell that was doing all the holding and hitting! I kept yelling at the ref. to make him stop...it looked dirty as hell. It's weird that you saw it as Kostya doing it instead :confused:

I may not have noticed it as much with Mitchell. If it comes on On Demand I'm going to watch again and look for it.
It was the blatantness of the way that Tzyu was doing it that caught my eye.

I may not have noticed it as much with Mitchell. If it comes on On Demand I'm going to watch again and look for it.
It was the blatantness of the way that Tzyu was doing it that caught my eye.

It comes back on tonight on Showtime Extreme and I'm taping it for someone so I'll be watching it again too....I'll pay better attention cause it may have been me just nit-picking the poor guy, but honestly it seemed like the one that was expected to fight dirty (Tszyu) was the one that didnt :eek: :D
I'll 'look' for you tomorrow and see what you think after watching it again ;)

Wait, wait, I just noticed you said IF it comes on On Demand....duh! Just post your opinion if you do see it again :)

Why are you guys whinging about the hits to the head in close when they are 'holding'? If you watch the fight again, often the referee keeps calling to 'keep punching'. Just because both fighters are in close and needing a bit of rest, expecting the ref to break them up, if he says 'keep punching' then its perfectly legal. Mitchell sat there like a ***** and Tszyu whacked him a couple - I thought i t was great.

The best part of this fight was KT's victory speech - seriously, that is what made him a champ. Other people talk **** but he sounded like an intelligent human - he doesnt say things unless he means them, and we have enough violence and bad-will in the world without that ****. It really moved me and made me proud to be a fan of his.

Edit: Where is that Damien character now? Hiding away in shame for bashing Tszyu like he did pre-match. That loser should get a clue about boxing before he starts *****ing on great fighters again.

Why are you guys whinging about the hits to the head in close when they are 'holding'? If you watch the fight again, often the referee keeps calling to 'keep punching'.
I'm not talking about during clinches. I'm talking about what is a blatant foul. fouling happens on the inside all the time, and I would say that most of it is unintential.
What I'm talking about is holding behind the head with one hand and pulling the head into the punching hand.

I'm not talking about during clinches. I'm talking about what is a blatant foul. fouling happens on the inside all the time, and I would say that most of it is unintential.
What I'm talking about is holding behind the head with one hand and pulling the head into the punching hand.

That's what I was referring to also; not clinching, etc. I watched it again last night and even though Kostya "returned" a couple of those 'sneaky' hold/hits, I still think it was Mitchell that really did it the most. And I got the impression (be it right or wrong) that he didnt do it so much to keep Tszyu from moving away, but to keep him from hitting him back. That would make sense, cause we all know what happens when Kostya Tszyu lands flush :eek: I could be wrong, that's just the way it appeared to me ;)

I just watched the fight again, and both guys were throwing when they were clinching.

I think tsyu wins insdie four rounds.

I just watched the fight again, and both guys were throwing when they were clinching.

Yep! I posted that they both did it, but did you notice either one of them doing it a bit more than the other? Maybe it was just me :o but I watched it again for the 3rd time last night and damned if it didnt look like Mitchell was holding him to keep him from hitting him...But, maybe that's 'just me' too...who knows? ;)

I think tsyu wins insdie four rounds.


i would have to agree with you ;)