Loma vs Rigo: Which attribute will be the deciding factor?

I was gonna vote iq but said speed. Loma won't know what to do

Ring generalmanship. If Rigo can force Loma to fight slow or Loma force Rigo to fight quick that will determine the fight imo. Such an interesting fight i don't think it will boil down to one thing though. Im hoping size would not be too much of an issue and if they get the rehydration clause, i dont think it will be.

no he can not do this we are talking about super athletically gifted and coordianted boxer in rigo, not a 50 year old Rigondeaux may not be 50 years old... But he is considered to be ancient for the division he fights in. Add the fact that he has a questionable chin and has been caught numerous times by lesser, slower fighters, and you have yourself an interesting fight developing before your eyes. Atleast, much closer than what some may think.

Distance control. I'm surprised to see Rigondeaux has a reach advantage (according to BoxRec). If he can maintain distance and keep Loma at the tip of his jab and his straights he can have a lot of success.

I wonder if Lomachenko can implement the same kind of strategy that Kovalev successfully used against B-Hop. Hopkins kept trying to sucker Kovalev in so he could counter, but Sergey just backed off, reset, and kept walking him down behind a long, stiff, jab. If Loma could do the same, he might be able to negate Rigondeaux's counter punching. And I am certain that is going to be a huuuge part of Rigo's gameplan. I am fukn pumped for this fight!!! --------------------- no he can not do this we are talking about super athletically gifted and coordianted boxer in rigo, not a 50 year old

I wonder if Lomachenko can implement the same kind of strategy that Kovalev successfully used against B-Hop. Hopkins kept trying to sucker Kovalev in so he could counter, but Sergey just backed off, reset, and kept walking him down behind a long, stiff, jab. If Loma could do the same, he might be able to negate Rigondeaux's counter punching. And I am certain that is going to be a huuuge part of Rigo's gameplan. I am fukn pumped for this fight!!! ---------------------

Do you think Rigo's counter punching might slow down Loma's output? Kind of of like what Floyd has done to so many opponents... In fact, off the top of my head I can only think of four fighters out of the 46 that didn't succumb to that: Maidana, Castillo, Emanuel Burton, and Jesus Chavez. ----------------------------- It could be a possibility but then again Lomachenko has great footwork and speed that not only allow him to exploit opponents from various angles, but also allows him to pivot in and out of danger. The way he turns his opponents and mixes up his punches may trouble a methodical counterpuncher. However, Rigondeaux has some serious power, and although Lomachenko was able to withstand a massive Salido's punches, a speedy bullet counter could put him in a vulnerable position. Ability wise both men are up there, however they differ in regards to defense and offense. Rigondeaux's surgical and patient approach may not be enough for a speedy tactician the likes of Vasyl. Great fight nonetheless and although Rigo's strategic counters may slow down Lomachenko at first, I'm sure Loma can adjust and begin to set his pace. If Rigondeaux attempts to coast, I'm sure Vasyl's flash will lead him to victory.

On size alone, Loma might be a little too big for Rigo. Would be a great fight though.

Rigo's glass chin would be his downfall. If he had a good chin, he would be p4p material.

Other I'd be surprised if Rigo takes a fight instead of sitting out and waiting on his contract with Hyde to expire.

Rigo reach will play a big role.

In terms of who gets off first and who gets out of position first, I give the edge to Rigo. Rigo will be cuter, but while he wins the battles early he will lose the war. I expect Loma to drive through some difficulties and put more pressure on Rigo than he can handle. Looks rough early and in spots for Loma, but he starts to bully Rigo and knocks him out late. Rigo won't have the heart/durability to take the heat when Loma gets going full speed.

Interesting match up. I think work rate is what would determine the victor in this fight, giving the edge to Lomachenko. Do you think Rigo's counter punching might slow down Loma's output? Kind of of like what Floyd has done to so many opponents... In fact, off the top of my head I can only think of four fighters out of the 46 that didn't succumb to that: Maidana, Castillo, Emanuel Burton, and Jesus Chavez. -----------------------------

loma's underrated power and speed will catch rigo's china chin. this fight will be one sided for loma.

Concerned for Rigondeaux. He's a special fighter, but so is Lomachenko. Guillermo is smaller, older and less active than Vasyl. Good thing I'm also a Lomo fan.

Interesting match up. I think work rate is what would determine the victor in this fight, giving the edge to Lomachenko.

Rigo's too small, all their other attributes are fairly close. I'd argue Russell & Salido trump any of Rigo's opponents, Rigo will be going up against a complete fighter who knows what he's doing. Even Donaire? ------------

Everything will be important, but age certainly probably isn't a good thing to be conceding for Rigo, especially at the very low weights. The longer this fight doesn't happen, the more the reflexes will slow and the easier task it will be for Loma.

Rigo's too small, all their other attributes are fairly close. I'd argue Russell & Salido trump any of Rigo's opponents, Rigo will be going up against a complete fighter who knows what he's doing.

Good point. I hadn't considered ring size as a factor, but it will definitely influence the fight. I wonder if Loma will be able to cut off the ring effectively and trap Rigo in the corner. I get the feeling that Rigondeaux's style and stance won't work as well if he doesn't have room to operate. I think when you have 2 highly skilled fighters like these ring size is a huge factor. Loma can cut off the ring so the issue becomes how much does he have to cut off? Rigo can box and move, so how much room does he have to score and get out. Best bet for Rigo-124 in vegas, best for Loma 126 outside of vegas where 20x20 isn't standard.