Pavlik-Hopkins

[dc6112]

It seems like as we get closer to the fight, the undecideds are starting to lean toward Hopkins. I think that may be because Pavlik is still a relatively new face in the sport, and people tend to go with what is familiar to them. Let's be honest though. Hopkins looked old in his last fight. Very old. He will not look any younger in this fight, especially since he is having to go back down 5 lbs. to 170. Pavlik on the other hand, will have zero problem making 170, and will most likely carry some of his power up. I don't see him looking slow either, since he will probably feel extremely healthy on fight night because he practically walks around at 170. He will be active, he will have power, and he will not be getting hit by a guy who is notorious for his knockouts(not lately). Also, Pavlik is not Calzaghe, his punches will be accurate, they will be in bunches, and unlike Calzaghe, they will HURT. This will make Bernard look old even faster than his last fight, because nothing makes someone age faster than hard punches, even when they are landing on his arms and side. Point is, Hopkins only chance in this fight is to land a massive, perfectly precise, perfectly placed, counter shot. I see Pavlik being a heavy favorite. Even more than Vegas odds have him, which is 4 to 1, i believe. If any one wants to add to this or disagree, please do.

[Ryn0]

The reasons I picked Hopkins though I wouldn't be surprised if Pavlik won

More Experience, Pavlik is moving up to 170 power might not be same, Hopkins has a chin, Pavlik fights in predictable patterns, Pavlik is vunerable to right hands, Stylistically Hpkins should be a nightmare for Pavlik

This could be all void if Hopkins has no workrate and shows even more age.

[S A M U R A I]

Hopkins KO late.



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[dc6112]

Hopkins KO late.

HOW? You can't just say KO late. How do you see Hopkins gettin up enough of a workrate where a KO is remotely possible.

[Dr.Dre]

I want to say Hopkins but i think we all know who will win.

[toluco]

pavlik has a weak chin and will eventually get koed
but hopkins is too passive he might knock him down but never ko him
the smart choice is pavlik based on workrate alone
pavlik has fought at 165 and looked the same at 170 he would look the same, pavlik is also a big strong man and wont fall for hopkins clinches
i believe pavlik wins an ud like 8 rounds to 2 forcing hopkins into retirement

[dc6112]

pavlik has a weak chin and will eventually get koed
but hopkins is too passive he might knock him down but never ko him
the smart choice is pavlik based on workrate alone
pavlik has fought at 165 and looked the same at 170 he would look the same, pavlik is also a big strong man and wont fall for hopkins clinches
i believe pavlik wins an ud like 8 rounds to 2 forcing hopkins into retirement

I am a huge Pavlik fan, but I realize that he will eventually get knocked out, or at least its very possible. However, I see him staying undefeated at 160 and 168. Kessler is the big threat there. I can see him going to 175 against a Chad Dawson, and getting KO'd, possibly. For the next 3-4 years, though I see Pavlik being the best fighter the U.S. has to offer.

[ßringer]

Hopkins is going to send Kelly's ass back to Youngstown bruised and broke. The only sad part about it is that after 'Nard executes Kelly, Kelly won't have anywhere to make a living since the steel mills in Youngstown are all gone.

[OldSkool]

Tis a tough one to be fair. im not gunna decide till i see how kelly handles BHOP at the weigh in etc.

[ßringer]

Tis a tough one to be fair. im not gunna decide till i see how kelly handles BHOP at the weigh in etc.

If he even flinches it's sealed for Bernard.