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It's not impossible of course -- McGregor has something special when you combine his elements of confidence, precision, timing, being a very fast starter, and having a strong left hand. He seems simplistic compared to elite level boxing, but he's still got enough to pull off a shock with a good deal of luck (both good for him and horrible for Floyd). I feel it would take an unprecedented mistake on Floyd's part to lose.
For what it's worth I see this fight going 2 ways, both with Floyd dominating.
First and most likely is if the McGregor of the Paulie and van Heerden leaks shows up, then Floyd will stop him any time he wants to, starting in R1. It will be one-way traffic and very entertaining a la Corrales or Gatti 2.
Second--and I can't shake this despite McGregor's lack of experience and skill and because of how impressive he's been in the UFC--is that at some point in the first two rounds, while purposefully doing some MMA angling, he sneaks in a left and either hurts or drops Floyd. I still see Floyd going on to dominate and stop him, but I definitely see a possibility like this despite the gulf in ability. However I think the idea of McGregor by KO is untenable, barring a massive mistake from Floyd.
I think McGregor will gas and will be stopped.
Also, as strange as it sounds, I feel that people are underestimating a 49-0 legend. Floyd is 40 and may be defensive-first now, but back in the day he stopped 24 of his first 35 bouts, and deep down is lethal like an executioner. These days he finds other ways to execute--earning money, and that incredible low % hit rate on him--but the original kill is still there if you ask me.
For what it's worth I see this fight going 2 ways, both with Floyd dominating.
First and most likely is if the McGregor of the Paulie and van Heerden leaks shows up, then Floyd will stop him any time he wants to, starting in R1. It will be one-way traffic and very entertaining a la Corrales or Gatti 2.
Second--and I can't shake this despite McGregor's lack of experience and skill and because of how impressive he's been in the UFC--is that at some point in the first two rounds, while purposefully doing some MMA angling, he sneaks in a left and either hurts or drops Floyd. I still see Floyd going on to dominate and stop him, but I definitely see a possibility like this despite the gulf in ability. However I think the idea of McGregor by KO is untenable, barring a massive mistake from Floyd.
I think McGregor will gas and will be stopped.
Also, as strange as it sounds, I feel that people are underestimating a 49-0 legend. Floyd is 40 and may be defensive-first now, but back in the day he stopped 24 of his first 35 bouts, and deep down is lethal like an executioner. These days he finds other ways to execute--earning money, and that incredible low % hit rate on him--but the original kill is still there if you ask me.
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