Canelo doesn`t have the energy or the mindset to throw enough punches to defeat Golovkin. He lands solid combinations and has underrated defensive skills, but he is a perfectionist. His punch output is too low. Make him work faster and he will get tired or he will commit mistakes. Golovkin's pace and rhythm are lethal.
Paulie Malignaggi. It is a well known fact that he used to hold his punches to improve his speed and avoid ring fatalities.
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Khan relies on athleticism, but he has a low boxing IQ. Athleticism can be deceptive to the untrained eye. It can make up for a skill deficit, but only for a while.
The Sweet Science picks Martínez over Frampton: http://www.thesweetscience.com/news/boxing-predictions/19217-boxing-odds-martinez-vs-frampton-for-ibf-super-bantamweight-title-september-6
The word "negro" is acceptable in Spain, and is commonly used by people who aren't racist. In fact, using a different, more politically correct word (for example "de color", colored, which is an euphemism) is considered vaguely racist. Every culture has different rules about the proper words that should be used and that must be taken into account
An intriguing fact: ESPN sport journalist Diego Morilla has recently stated that he had the chance to interview Lara and it was a disappointing experience. According to Morilla, Lara didn't even know the names of most of the fighters in his division and he admitted that he didn't follow boxing. Apparently, Lara is in it for the money (a respectable option), but Morilla found his lack of spirit lamentable.
Lara is a blend of talent and apathy. He has never been hungry for glory, and that will make a difference in his major fights.
I admire Cuban boxing style but I think that Morilla's mistrust can be applied to other Cuban boxers.
There are many threads where you can give an opinion about Mares, Moreno, Price or Khan. It would nice to talk about about Kiko Martinez and his options in the future, or Hasekawa's performance.
Martinez may have been limited, but he is quickly improving. Gabriel Sarmiento and Pablo Sarmiento are improving his game. Most Spanish boxers need a second job. For the first time in his life Martinez can afford to be completely focused on boxing. And defending a title provides extra motivation. Martinez has a ceiling, that's for sure. He is always going to be a brawler with technical shortcomings, but he compensates for it with bravery, heart and a fluid offense. He is like a young version of Orlando Salido, without the wear and tear. Hasegawa will be knocked out in an entertaining, brutal fight.
Margarito may be a cheater and a limited fighter, but he taught a green Martínez the value of work ethic. He was a beast and always trained hard. Martinez has mentioned that lesson in previous interviews in Spanish. After his loss, he discovered he had to train harder if he wanted to reach the top of the sport. It was a transformative experience, and a new beginning.
He is a promising prospect, but I don't think he is ready to dethrone Kiko Martinez. Nacho Beristain is throwing his pupils to the wolves too fast. Felipe Orucuta and Julio Ceja have already lost their perfect record and the same may happen to Rey Vargas.
Frampton may win this one, because he is a jack of all trades. Santa Cruz is wrong: the Irish can be a brawler or a slick boxer. He is versatile. Santa Cruz has problems with pure boxers. Cesar Seda or Alberto Guevara aren't elite contenders, and they both gave him problems. Frampton should box, backpedal and counter the Mexican, as he did with Kiko Martinez.
It's a risky bout, but Hasegawa has been koed before and this new versión of Martínez is relentless. Martínez deserves praise: he has never been afraid to fight all over the world, unlike Frampton.
Hasegawa may win, that's what makes the fight interesting. Martinez has been out-boxed before but he has improved a lot. He applies smarter pressure, cuts the ring better and is a better finisher. He has recently collected the scalps of two pure boxers who are above average. Hasegawa isn't in his prime anymore, and he often gets into trouble because he loves to exchange.
I don't know why is this guy pushed and marketed as a future star and good prospect. I've never seen anything from him which would drive me to think that.
If Arum thinks that Btadley is shot and he wants to establish this kid/make him legit with a Bradley fight, he will be in a rude awakening.
somethin doesn't seem cool about this fight for me, I hope Bradley won't get robbed. Arum is a very sneaky guy.
Oh and the WBO now is officially Arum's slave. Like how the fuck Vargas got a ww title fight just on his first fight in ww? Such a shame organization. I hope they die out with the "we have 1000 champions" WBA. IBF and WBC would be enough.
There's nothing special about Vargas, but he is solid. He has a good chin, and he is usually the more active fighter in the ring. Outpointing him isn't easy, and a knockout loss in his bout with Bradley seems improbable. It's not a bad fight.
Wrong move... Interest in boxing has increased a bit in Spain recently, but most professional boxers need a second job there. Besides, there's a media ban. And high quality sparring partners are unusual. Gamboa has never learned to make the most of his talents, it's frustrating
He better be ready. He is the better fighter, but he will have to deliver a perfect performance to beat this version of Martinez. This is a strange sport and sometimes will prevails over talent (Orlando Salido is a good example). Frampton has been protected and he hasn't grown as a fighter. It's going to be a long night for both. The Irish will have to endure pain. The old version of Martinez perforated his ear drum and took him to the limit, we'll see what happens now.
In my opinion, Ríos-Márquez is a smoke screen. Beristain has recently stated in Mexican TV program "Golpe a golpe" that he prefers Mercito Gesta to Brandon Ríos. That may be the most probable option
Cotto has evolved into a boxer-puncher to extend his career. It has been a wise move, but the truth cannot be disguised. The last time he had to fight for 12 rounds against a competitive fighter (Trout) he looked old and tired. Since then he has fought an average of six rounds in his three last fights against sub-par competition. His body won't hold up much longer and Canelo's style is physical and aggresive. Cotto is too brave to run, I think it will be a TKO loss.
Remember that Frampton suffered a perforated eardrum, the fight was hard. He is a great fighter and a future star, but Martínez has improved since then. If the fight is signed he had better take it seriously, it will be a war.
The cold war between HBO and Showtime may prevent that from happening. Kiko is working with Sergio Martinez, who is contractually tied to HBO. Quigg would be an excellent option. They both have a good relationship and there should be no obstacles. If Chris Avalos defeats Ishimoto he will become the mandatory challenger.
I'm Spanish. Boxing is a secondary sport in my country. Many of you don't know that most Spanish boxers (and champions aren't an exception) can't earn an income that allows them to live in dignity. Part-time jobs are common. Robberies like this have devastating effects on local boxers.
Campillo has two children. Why should he train hard after this robbery? He has a family and he needs an honest job.
Few people remember what Matthysse said after his fight with Soto. He admitted that Soto was a hard-hitter and that he had felt his punches (check the post-fight interview if you speak Spanish). Matthysse's chin is reasonably good, but is far from perfect.
He played soccer for years when he was young, he wanted to be a footballer. In an interview he mentioned that it is impossible to understand his boxing style without soccer. He has overused his legs.
Youre right but there's too many bs boxing sites out there so I just stick to here.
Is Martinez vs Hasegawa gonna be on HBO? Why does Martinez care if HBO wants to Showcase Rigo or not? How many times has Kiko been on HBO?
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I don't think it's going to be on HBO, only Japanese TV, as far as I know. Martinez fought on HBO once, when he challenged Jonathan Romero and won the IBF super bantamweight title. He has Donaire and Rigondeaux on his target list, so he should care. If he wins against Hasegawa he will probably have to face Rey Vargas, Nacho Beristain's new elite prospect. Romero, Mathebula, Hasegawa, Vargas... No soft touch. That's what an unknown champion must do to improve.
I respect Matthysse, but I think that every fight will be tough and hard for him from now on. He has recently showed that his will can be broken, and his pain tolerance has decreased. Even Cano could upset him.