I predict that Beterbiev will follow the same gameplan as the first fight and PACE himself better whereas Bivol will just do more of the same. It seems as though whoever won the first two fights stole the championship rounds so both fighter’s will need to FINISH strongly (hence Beterbiev pacing himself better).
I also expect Beterbiev to box Bivol (don’t forget he was a top amateur) instead of seeking the KO as after surviving 24 rounds with him, he’s unlikely to become his next KO victim.
I think you make a GREAT point about Bivol being p4p #1 as he handed both Canelo & Beterbiev their first L’s (Canelo was green when he fought Mayweather) whereas Crawford & Usyk have ‘only’ beaten Spence & Fury respectively. However, they both also have their UNDEFEATED records in tact which gives them the edge.
I also expect Beterbiev to box Bivol (don’t forget he was a top amateur) instead of seeking the KO as after surviving 24 rounds with him, he’s unlikely to become his next KO victim.
I think you make a GREAT point about Bivol being p4p #1 as he handed both Canelo & Beterbiev their first L’s (Canelo was green when he fought Mayweather) whereas Crawford & Usyk have ‘only’ beaten Spence & Fury respectively. However, they both also have their UNDEFEATED records in tact which gives them the edge.
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