Hopkins is certainly not winning a decision in Canada, even if he earns it.
Neither one of them is going to knock the other out. Although I do believe that Hopkins can knock Pascal down with a well-timed counterpunch in the second half of the fight. But knocking him out cold is a very long shot. Same for Pascal, Hopkins will do anything in the book and out of it to keep himself on his feet.
I think Hopkins, along with a point for a knock down, can do enough to warrant a fair decision. However, the judges, in an effort to conceal a clear-cut robbery in Pascal's favor, will have this a split-decision draw.
Though it is worth mentioning that Hopkins is almost warranted to having a point or two deducted by an eager referee on Pascal's home turf, judging by Bernard's dirty tactics. So that may sway a decision in Pascal's favor as is the most anticipated scenario.
The odds for a draw are immense. And if your bookie takes bets on point deductions, then definitely go for that one as well. If you are going to put money on a Hopkins KO, at least put it for the second half of the fight which pays more and at least has some chance of actually happening. The safest bet is of course a Pascal decision at even odds, but if you are feeling risque go for the draw or a late rounds Hopkins KO. I'd be shocked by a Hopkins decision win in Canada. Who cares about lost money, right?
Great call. You're now nominated for the official Nostradamus award.
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