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January 6 was once regarded as the day of the “Epiphany,” the Christian feast commemorating the revelation of Jesus to humanity, specifically the visit of the Magi. What better day than this for James and Samuel, two revered biblical names, to do battle. It is also a day that has special meaning for me; it was the day I was born. I bear the middle name of Melchor, (Spanish for Melchior) I was named after one of the three Wise Men. That is why this wise man is again picking James Toney (69-5, 43KOs) to emerge victorious in this, his second WBC elimination fight with Samuel Peter (27-1, 22KOs).
Coincidently, with this being the first, big important fight of the New Year, the winner will be rewarded with a chance at the ultimate prize in boxing, a shot at the WBC Heavyweight Championship. The WBC’s new champion, Oleg Maskaev, currently holds the title. As far as their first fight is concerned, I really cannot comprehend how two of the three judges came up with Samuel Peter as the victor by such a large edge. These two, apparently in need of Seeing Eye dogs, had Peter winning by five points, both had it 111-116. The other judge, Gale Van Hoy, had it right, giving James the nod by the score of 115-112. The fight may have appeared close to some, but the outcome was undeniably in favor of James Toney. [details]
Coincidently, with this being the first, big important fight of the New Year, the winner will be rewarded with a chance at the ultimate prize in boxing, a shot at the WBC Heavyweight Championship. The WBC’s new champion, Oleg Maskaev, currently holds the title. As far as their first fight is concerned, I really cannot comprehend how two of the three judges came up with Samuel Peter as the victor by such a large edge. These two, apparently in need of Seeing Eye dogs, had Peter winning by five points, both had it 111-116. The other judge, Gale Van Hoy, had it right, giving James the nod by the score of 115-112. The fight may have appeared close to some, but the outcome was undeniably in favor of James Toney. [details]
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