I respect Hopkins' accomplishments and reputation, but he is done as a fighter. There is no need for this fight. In his prime, he would have an easy time with Pascal. But at 45,Pascal's speed and flurries will be too much for the aging lion.Its one thing to beat up a slow fisted flat footed Pavlik and another to face a fighter with blazing speed and good movement.It was Pascal's speed that threw Dawson's whole fight plan off.It made Dawson respect him and focus more on defense. Well you could see that Hopkins was intimidated by the speed of an old Roy Jones in their last fight. What could he possibly do with this type of athlete at this stage of his career?
Comments Thread For: Pascal's Promoter: Bute Excuses; Hopkins Offer is Made
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Bute is super talented, but if you look at his list of opponents, you will see a trend. His promoter appears to be playing it safe with him for some reason. I really want to see the Bute/Pascal fight. That would rejuvenate the sport here in Canada.Comment
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I also don't see the reason why to "plan" to fight the Super 6 winner when he had the chance to actually join the tournament, but didn't take it...Comment
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i have a feeling he will fight b hop next. kinda interesting since hopkins is pretty old. man when i was in highschool i was thinkin DAM B HOP STILL FIGHTING? he old! LOL dam manComment
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