How can Hopkins win a decision in front of 15K Pascal fans?

[DrewWoodside]

As stated in another thread, this matchup is likely to most closely resemble Hopkins' battles with Jermaine Taylor. Two closely contested fights. In front of a packed house cheering everytime Pascal picks his nose, I don't see how Hopkins can expect to win outside of a minimum 10 round domination or stoppage(not going to happen).

Those messy Pascall flurries whether landing or not, will win rounds. Close rounds are in the bank for Pascal.. I believe Hopkins will win this, but not by enough of a margin to actually earn the official victory. This fight will be close on the cards and likely resulting in a rematch on American soil. How does everyone see this playing out?

[Champman33]

With his fist, but im sure hell hold and lead with his head all night lose a dec. and cry he was robbed like he always does......

[DrewWoodside]

With his fist, but im sure hell hold and lead with his head all night lose a dec. and cry he was robbed like he always does......

It might take 2 fights, but Hopkins may very well get Pascal's belt.

[Champman33]

Depends on what Hopkins shows up, I dont like the guy but respect his skills but u as well as everyone knows it depends on which Hopkins shows up and as of late (Besides Pavlik and Tarver) has looked like crap.....

[Disposable Arts]

He needs to do a 'Sergio Martinez' on him.

Remember in the Pavlik post fight interview when Hopkins said in all future fights, he will always look for the KO? He said he will fight more aggressively and stop his opponent.

Then came the Ornelas and RJJ fights.

He needs a stoppage in enemy territory.

[MARKBNLV]

He needs the ko,he can win every rd and will still be robbed,look at the Bute Andrade fight they let an unconcious man win.

[DrewWoodside]

Depends on what Hopkins shows up, I dont like the guy but respect his skills but u as well as everyone knows it depends on which Hopkins shows up and as of late (Besides Pavlik and Tarver) has looked like crap.....

Well Pascal fights more in the mold of Jermaine Taylor than Pavlik or Tarver. So I expect, that Hopkins won't be able to completely dominate. In and out athleticism plus agility are a problem for Hopkins. However I think Hopkins will definitely be able to put a dent in Pascal's offense with his spoiling crafty style. Doing enough to leave most all boxing fans split on who won. They judges however probably won't be split in front of an enthused partial crowd.