Kelly Pavlik - Have I missed something?

[MickyHatton]

Pavlik is a fighter who delivers, that's why he's rated so highly. His KO/TKO percentage is off the charts, he shows up to fight, he's not one to duck somebody or run away from a challenge, he's the Middleweight Champion, and he's likeable. That's why we all love him so much, he's great for the sport.

I'm probably one of Pavlik's biggest supporters but here are his negatives.

His defense is shaky at best, his height and frame (tall and lanky) are sure to be a negative at some point, his speed isn't that great either.

But when you factor in his work rate (he punches nonstop) and his almost granite chin, and the fact that he's never been one to disappoint that's why you see him being ranked so highly.

In conclusion :

In an era where most fighters are concerned with either public image or huge paydays, it's extremely refreshing to see a young, strong fighter who isn't afraid to fight the big fights or the fighters most people want nothing to do with. (Miranda may as well have been the plague when Pavlik wanted to fight him)

No arguments, as I said I like Kelly Pavlik and he is a positive for the sport but he is being over hyped for the stage he is at in his career.

He has beaten two or three good fighters and could possibly go on from here but so far he has in reality archived no more than win one 'big' fight.

I hope he becomes more and if he does I will support his inclusion as a top ten lb for lb fighter but realistically he is not there yet and if you disagree I would question your judgement.