Two top HW contenders with hype behind them have lost their last fights in dramatic fashion. Which fighter do you believe will bounce back better from their defeat?
I would say neither, but if I had to pick one it would be Price because he is big enough that he could fight in a way that could limit the potential fire that comes back.
Probably Price. He has a solid amateur background to rely on, whereas Mitchell is more or less learning the ropes as he goes. Also, Mitchell's team exercised the rematch clause with Banks, which I think is a bad idea and shows he doesn't have the wisest people behind him. There is no way Mitchell could adjust his style in such a short period of time.
On the other hand, Mitchell is younger. This is in his favour.
Mitchell turns 31 this year, while Price turns 30. Mitchell also became a pro a year earlier.
Probably Price. He has a solid amateur background to rely on, whereas Mitchell is more or less learning the ropes as he goes. Also, Mitchell's team exercised the rematch clause with Banks, which I think is a bad idea and shows he doesn't have the wisest people behind him. There is no way Mitchell could adjust his style in such a short period of time.
On the other hand, Mitchell is younger. This is in his favour.