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Why boxing needs a David Haye victory
Wladimir Klitschko vs. David Haye this coming Saturday is being billed as the biggest heavyweight bout of the new millennium. Boxing fans from around the globe are voicing their opinions, predictions, and concerns for a bout that has truly attained Mega Fight status.
While both fighters have their own hardcore fan base, some of those pulling for Haye will point out that a Haye win would be good for the sport.
Assuming that position, here's a look at why boxing needs a David Haye Victory:
Haye = Excitement
David Haye is a trash talking heavyweight who generates massive excitement whenever he opens his mouth or steps into the ring. It's been quite a while since a heavyweight has brought this kind of attention to the sport. Haye is an absolute godsend for those looking to inject some energy back into a weak and rather bland heavyweight class. As most analysts and experts will acknowledge, the sport of boxing goes as far as the heavyweight division leads it. A David Haye reign as boxing's undisputed champ among the big men will bring much-needed intrigue and mainstream interest to the sport.
Breaking the Klitschko Conundrum
As things are now, the top two heavyweights in the world, brothers Wladimir Klitschko and Vitali Klitschko, will never meet one another in the ring. This leaves a perpetual question mark on the minds of fans when it comes to who, exactly, is the best heavyweight in the world. If David Haye beats Wladimir Klitschko, a real #1 vs. #2 showdown would not only be possible, but likely. This could lead to a true undisputed heavyweight champion for the first time in more than a decade.
Haye is Vulnerable
The scouting report on Haye is that he is vulnerable, at least more so than either of the hulking Klitschko Brothers. Just the very fact that Haye is of "normal" physical proportions and in possession of a less-than-stellar chin, will give heavyweight title fights more intrigue and perceived competitiveness. Fights that were considered mismatches in the era of Klitschko, would be seen as legitimate battles when it comes to the smaller Haye.
America
Simply put, if Haye manages to beat Klitschko on Saturday, The United States will be back in the business of paying attention to the heavyweight division. Although Haye is 100% British and not too eager to leave the comfort of home for any extended period of time, he's precisely the type of fighter that US networks love to follow and promote. He's an unpredictable, entertaining fighter who is as athletically gifted as he is verbally adept at promoting a fight.
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thoughts?
While both fighters have their own hardcore fan base, some of those pulling for Haye will point out that a Haye win would be good for the sport.
Assuming that position, here's a look at why boxing needs a David Haye Victory:
Haye = Excitement
David Haye is a trash talking heavyweight who generates massive excitement whenever he opens his mouth or steps into the ring. It's been quite a while since a heavyweight has brought this kind of attention to the sport. Haye is an absolute godsend for those looking to inject some energy back into a weak and rather bland heavyweight class. As most analysts and experts will acknowledge, the sport of boxing goes as far as the heavyweight division leads it. A David Haye reign as boxing's undisputed champ among the big men will bring much-needed intrigue and mainstream interest to the sport.
Breaking the Klitschko Conundrum
As things are now, the top two heavyweights in the world, brothers Wladimir Klitschko and Vitali Klitschko, will never meet one another in the ring. This leaves a perpetual question mark on the minds of fans when it comes to who, exactly, is the best heavyweight in the world. If David Haye beats Wladimir Klitschko, a real #1 vs. #2 showdown would not only be possible, but likely. This could lead to a true undisputed heavyweight champion for the first time in more than a decade.
Haye is Vulnerable
The scouting report on Haye is that he is vulnerable, at least more so than either of the hulking Klitschko Brothers. Just the very fact that Haye is of "normal" physical proportions and in possession of a less-than-stellar chin, will give heavyweight title fights more intrigue and perceived competitiveness. Fights that were considered mismatches in the era of Klitschko, would be seen as legitimate battles when it comes to the smaller Haye.
America
Simply put, if Haye manages to beat Klitschko on Saturday, The United States will be back in the business of paying attention to the heavyweight division. Although Haye is 100% British and not too eager to leave the comfort of home for any extended period of time, he's precisely the type of fighter that US networks love to follow and promote. He's an unpredictable, entertaining fighter who is as athletically gifted as he is verbally adept at promoting a fight.
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thoughts?
