Matthysse-Provodnikov being finalized for March 28th

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Smdh. That was frustrating. So much wasted ammo. We would have had it with you. Hahaha, sorry. Tomorrow I'm on... and they'll sell more ammo http://www.troll.me/images/naruto-badass/believe-it-bitch.jpg

I can envision Matthysse being the matador in this one. I can see him attempting to keep Provodnikov on the outside by out boxing him from long range with a lot of lower body movement; Because where Ruslan is a good inside fighter who likes to eat punches, Lucas Matthysse is and does not. He is more of a mid range boxer puncher.

Great FOTY type fight. I hope both will not get seriously hurt after the fight. Rooting for Lucas though I like Provodnikov too..

That's more swag than Dexter in hard mode Smdh. That was frustrating. So much wasted ammo. We would have had it with you.

Well this is today and from less then an hour ago. That's more swag than Dexter in hard mode

I posted an ESPN Argentina article yesterday in the Poll Thread, check it out basically Mario Arano (Lucas' manager) is looking for a title fight vs Postol (WBC Interim Title) or Provodnikov (WBO Vacant title) Well this is today and from less then an hour ago.

I posted an ESPN Argentina article yesterday in the Poll Thread, check it out basically Mario Arano (Lucas' manager) is looking for a title fight vs Postol (WBC Interim Title) or Provodnikov (WBO Vacant title)

Update Lucas Matthysse-Ruslan Provodnikov eyed for March 28 at StubHub January 28, 2015 Talks are ongoing for a junior welterweight bout between top contenders Lucas Matthysse and Ruslan Provodnikov on March 28 at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., according to Provodnikov’s promoter, Artie Pelullo of Banner Promotions. Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar De La Hoya, who recently signed Matthysse (36-3, 34 knockouts) to a five-year extension, characterized the clash with Provodnikov (24-3, 17 KOs) as “one of those Fight Of The Year candidates.” Golden Boy Vice President Eric Gomez has also been involved in the discussion, Pelullo said. “Oscar has told you correctly. Oscar and I and Eric Gomez have agreed to do a Provodnikov-Matthysse fight. What we’re working on now is finalizing details and going forward,” said Pelullo. “I can confirm that I’m talking to Oscar and Eric Gomez about putting on a fight between Provodnikov and Matthysse on March 28, and we’ve reserved the StubHub Center in Los Angeles.” A former WBO 140-pound titleholder nicknamed “The Siberian Rocky,” Provodnikov, who turned 31 on Jan. 20, is coming off a fifth-round knockout over former lightweight titleholder Jose Luis Castillo last November. In his previous fight in June, Provodnikov lost his WBO junior welterweight title by split decision to Chris Algieri after having won the belt by 10th-round stoppage over Mike Alvarado, whom he dropped twice in October 2013. Nicknamed “La Máquina” or “The Machine,” Matthysse has scored consecutive stoppages in the 11th and second rounds over John Molina last April and previously unbeaten Roberto Ortiz last September. “We’re just in negotiations and we’re in the process. Provodnikov’s promoter is taking the lead, so we’re waiting to see. It’s a matter of time before that fight gets done,” said De La Hoya. “That should be one of those Fight Of The Year candidates. The talks are underway, and the talks are continuing, so I’m optimistic that that fight will get done.” Ring TV .com

Also per Lem: Artie Pelullo says he has StubHub Center on hold for March 28 showdown between Ruslan Provodnikov & Lucas Matthysse. #boxing— Douglass Fischer (@dougiefischer) January 29, 2015

Rios and Mike alvardo U think rios and mike have had tougher back to back fights than Lucas? Just because they've lost didn't mean they were wars, rios got lit up by pac man but wasn't really hurt and Alvarado got beaten by Marquez but I wouldn't call that a war either

Somebody might just die in that fight, I fell sorry for Lucas because he gets tough fight after tough fight, I can't think of another fighter who's had a tougher road to walk Rios and Mike alvardo

I think Lucas chin can't stand Provos bombs for 12 rounds Hope it occurs that would be crazy ****.. provo doesn't throw bombs for 12 rounds, he does it for 2 or 3. if he is well prepare, this is a tough fight for both, but if he shows up like against bradley, lucas has the edge then.

I think Lucas chin can't stand Provos bombs for 12 rounds Hope it occurs that would be crazy ****..

Somebody might just die in that fight, I fell sorry for Lucas because he gets tough fight after tough fight, I can't think of another fighter who's had a tougher road to walk

I actually hope it goes to Showtime. I would feel better if some of their $20-$30mill budget goes towards some real fights. The idea that Santa Cruz just got $750k to fight a low level opponent, when that's probably about what Provodnikov & Matthysse will get a piece to fight one another is sickening. I don't normally care how much a fighter gets but hope both guys are well paid for this bout if it happens.

I actually hope it goes to Showtime. I would feel better if some of their $20-$30mill budget goes towards some real fights. The idea that Santa Cruz just got $750k to fight a low level opponent, when that's probably about what Provodnikov & Matthysse will get a piece to fight one another is sickening.

HBO, OR SHO? I guess that's the only thing that needs to be ironed out. Otherwise, this could be a "brawl of it all".... The "Machine" is a better boxer, and I guess he will use it to his advantage like he did against John Molina. Another good brawl coming up will be Lopez against Berto! :boxing::boxing: heard it will be on HBO

What network would carry this epic battle? HBO, OR SHO? I guess that's the only thing that needs to be ironed out. Otherwise, this could be a "brawl of it all".... The "Machine" is a better boxer, and I guess he will use it to his advantage like he did against John Molina. Another good brawl coming up will be Lopez against Berto! :boxing::boxing:

this will happen, we dont have hymen negotiating