Should Pulev keep sitting around?

[JAB5239]

Why would Pulev let the IBF dictate to him when its obviously not a good career move? He's not bound by them and is ranked by other orgs. Seems like a stupid career move unless he's looking for the easiest path to a title shot and just wants to cash out. Would Wlad not give him a voluntary defense if he were not a mandatory? That would seem awfully odd considering 2 of his last 3 defenses.

[BattlingNelson]

Why would Pulev let the IBF dictate to him when its obviously not a good career move? He's not bound by them and is ranked by other orgs. Seems like a stupid career move unless he's looking for the easiest path to a title shot and just wants to cash out. Would Wlad not give him a voluntary defense if he were not a mandatory? That would seem awfully odd considering 2 of his last 3 defenses.

Maybe it's because a mandatory slot gives you a bigger slice of the purse in other words for financial reasons?

[JAB5239]

Maybe it's because a mandatory slot gives you a bigger slice of the purse in other words for financial reasons?

So he's cashing out in your opinion? Wouldn't it be better to gain experience to give yourself the best shot at winning so you could reap the financial benefits as champion? Does this not devalue the division by top fighters waiting around instead of making beneficial fights?

[Weltschmerz]

He wasn't good enough to stay in camp as a sparring partner, how is he good enough to keep Wlad sharp fighting for the heavyweight championship?

This you will see in the ring. Place your bet!

[JAB5239]

This you will see in the ring. Place your bet!

Like we did with the steroid taking, glorified punching bag Wach? RIIIIIIIIGGGGHHHHTT!!

My bet is that its not even remotely competitive unless Wlad just toys with him.

[Weltschmerz]

Like we did with the steroid taking, glorified punching bag Wach? RIIIIIIIIGGGGHHHHTT!!

My bet is that its not even remotely competitive unless Wlad just toys with him.

Bet on it, pinky

[Jedi Vader]

Like we did with the steroid taking, glorified punching bag Wach? RIIIIIIIIGGGGHHHHTT!!

My bet is that its not even remotely competitive unless Wlad just toys with him.

That is precisely what Klit will do.

Instead've knocking him out, he'll stay behind his jab for the majority of the fight. That will have the Klit Lemmings telling us how great Pianeta is.

[JAB5239]

This you will see in the ring. Place your bet!

Sure. I'll bet you all of your points Pianeta doesn't win 4 rounds. Lets see how brave you are now.....sig it.

[JAB5239]

Why would Pulev let the IBF dictate to him when its obviously not a good career move? He's not bound by them and is ranked by other orgs. Seems like a stupid career move unless he's looking for the easiest path to a title shot and just wants to cash out. Would Wlad not give him a voluntary defense if he were not a mandatory? That would seem awfully odd considering 2 of his last 3 defenses.

Nobody else wants to take a shot at answering this?

[BattlingNelson]

So he's cashing out in your opinion? Wouldn't it be better to gain experience to give yourself the best shot at winning so you could reap the financial benefits as champion? Does this not devalue the division by top fighters waiting around instead of making beneficial fights?

Most mandos do exactly that, so it's hardly a surprise. Maybe a stay busy fight comes up, but don't expect a challenge. If you dont like it, blame the alphabet boys.