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[Oscar T Grouch]

Anyone seen any confirmed undercard lists for Saturday night?


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The World Boxing World Series website has it the two quarter finals only

ALI TROPHY | BANTAMWEIGHT | QUARTER FINAL
RYAN BURNETT VS NONITO DONAIRE
WBA 'UNIFIED' CHAMPIONSHIP

ALI TROPHY | SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT | QUARTER FINAL
JOSH TAYLOR VS RYAN MARTIN
WBC SILVER TITLE

[Mantis Toboggan]

Anyone seen any confirmed undercard lists for Saturday night?


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http://boxrec.com/en/schedule?&offset=20

Scroll down at the above page, has a bit more detail

[Frazerbob]

Just watched the pre-fight press conference and Sauerland mentioned that 4500 tickets had been sold and he expected a crowd of 6000. Surprised sales are that low to be honest.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Just watched the pre-fight press conference and Sauerland mentioned that 4500 tickets had been sold and he expected a crowd of 6000. Surprised sales are that low to be honest.

Can’t think of many boxing events in Scotland that have pulled in more than 6000 punters. Ricky Burns possibly, but he was already a double world champion by the time he was fighting at the Hydro.

[CallumLaidlaw]

I saw something earlier that said they were down to the last 500 tickets.


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[Frazerbob]

Can’t think of many boxing events in Scotland that have pulled in more than 6000 punters. Ricky Burns possibly, but he was already a double world champion by the time he was fighting at the Hydro.

Fair comment, recent times anyway. The halcyon days of Benn, Eubank and Naz fighting to full houses at the SECC were different. I think the lack of TV coverage for this one has definitely hindered ticket sales. If it had been on Sky with weeks of build up on SSN it would’ve been a near full house.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Fair comment, recent times anyway. The halcyon days of Benn, Eubank and Naz fighting to full houses at the SECC were different. I think the lack of TV coverage for this one has definitely hindered ticket sales. If it had been on Sky with weeks of build up on SSN it would’ve been a near full house.

That’s it mate. Feel sorry for Josh, if he was signed to Matchroom he would be a household name by now.

It’s a shame Sky only push fighters who are signed with Hearn. Taylor is one of the best fighters to come out the UK in decades.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Got to feel for Ryan Burnett there. Was shaping up to be a very good fight and he was looking very sharp.


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[David_D]

That was some performance. Made it look oh so easy.

[murray26]

Top notch performance from Josh Taylor there.. really looking forward to his next fight this time for a world title..

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Taking my son along to his first fight night and mine in about 10 years. Looking forward to it.

Also looking forward to Bellew v Usyk. Should be a Usyk win but you just can’t rule out Bellew.

Still torn about what to do this weekend regarding GGG V Canelo. Talk is they’ll be at the ring for 4am. Bit early to set the alarm for but I’ll see.


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Did you and your boy make it to the Taylor fight Callum? twas a more muted atmosphere than I expected, unsure if it was the venue itself or the early stoppage of the Burnett fight that contributed to that. Possibly both.

Either way, Josh is the boy. Easily in the top 5 British pound for pound rankings right now - he will take some stopping.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Did you and your boy make it to the Taylor fight Callum? twas a more muted atmosphere than I expected, unsure if it was the venue itself or the early stoppage of the Burnett fight that contributed to that. Possibly both.

Either way, Josh is the boy. Easily in the top 5 British pound for pound rankings right now - he will take some stopping.

Hey! Yes we made it. Got in for 7pm straight from ER - saw 4 fights. Thought the atmosphere was decent without being crackling - my son loved it tho. JT was superb. Punch perfect I thought. Sore one for Burnett tho.


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[Frazerbob]

I thought it was a bit muted also. First fight at the Hydro, great set up for viewing, we had front row of the balcony. Similar sized crowds at the SECC produced a far better atmosphere though. I think the production also hampered the atmosphere. Too WWF for my liking and why did they leave the up lights on for the two feature bouts? My lad loved it though and can’t wait to go again.

On the fights, was gutted the Burnett fight ended so soon and under those circumstances. It was shaping up to be a cracking bout. JT was outstanding, a master class.

[CallumLaidlaw]

I thought it was a bit muted also. First fight at the Hydro, great set up for viewing, we had front row of the balcony. Similar sized crowds at the SECC produced a far better atmosphere though. I think the production also hampered the atmosphere. Too WWF for my liking and why did they leave the up lights on for the two feature bouts? My lad loved it though and can’t wait to go again.

On the fights, was gutted the Burnett fight ended so soon and under those circumstances. It was shaping up to be a cracking bout. JT was outstanding, a master class.

We were in the 3rd row of the balcony (block 207) and seats were spot on.


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[Mon Dieu4]

Wasn't the usual atmosphere, think it was the production and layout, real shame as when done right boxing atmosphere can be sensational, Arthur V Gomez at Meadowbank is still one of the wildest atmospheres I've ever been in at any sport

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I thought it was a bit muted also. First fight at the Hydro, great set up for viewing, we had front row of the balcony. Similar sized crowds at the SECC produced a far better atmosphere though. I think the production also hampered the atmosphere. Too WWF for my liking and why did they leave the up lights on for the two feature bouts? My lad loved it though and can’t wait to go again.

On the fights, was gutted the Burnett fight ended so soon and under those circumstances. It was shaping up to be a cracking bout. JT was outstanding, a master class.

We were on the front row of the balcony too. Great seats! I thought the production looked awesome when watching the last series on the TV, its a different vibe when attending in person though. Not a fan of the Champions League style opera music, the podiums are quite cool though.

£5 for a pint of Fosters though :( hate that stuff!

[LustForLeith]

Who is it that promotes Taylor? I’m surprised that fight wasn’t on Sky.

Tony Bellew tonight. I’ve got a soft spot for him, Intipped Jim to beat Haye when he was the underdog but I think this is a fight too much.

From what I hear his opponent is something else. Say what you like about Tony but his heart is almost as big as his mouth.

Almost..!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Who is it that promotes Taylor? I’m surprised that fight wasn’t on Sky.

Tony Bellew tonight. I’ve got a soft spot for him, Intipped Jim to beat Haye when he was the underdog but I think this is a fight too much.

From what I hear his opponent is something else. Say what you like about Tony but his heart is almost as big as his mouth.

Almost..!

Taylor is promoted by Cyclone who have a broadcast deal with Channel 5. The WBSS is a seperate competition though and they negotiate their own TV deal - I don’t think they got a suitable offer from a UK broadcaster this series so put the fight free to view on YouTube.

If Taylor was with Sky / Matchroom he would be a household name by now, although probably wouldn’t have been matched as aggressively.

Usyk will be too good for Bellew tonight, I give him a punchers chance but not much more. The Ukrainian is a serious operator & a legitimate threat to Joshua when he moves up to Heavyweight.

[lord bunberry]

Josh Kelly up now. Looking forward to seeing him again.

[lord bunberry]

Well we didn’t learn anything there. He’s very similar to Josh Taylor in that he’s more than ready for a step up in class quicker than would be normal for a fighter with his experience.

[lord bunberry]

Ricky Burns still got it at this level.

[lord bunberry]

I always love watching Crolla. It reminds me of how much I love boxing. Some boxers are blessed with great power and some aren’t, the ones that aren’t have to work extremely hard on their boxing skills. Ricky Burns is another in that vain. I suppose the true greats are the ones with both.

[lord bunberry]

Big Zlatan has been subbed for the main event.

[lord bunberry]

Where is everyone tonight?

[Benny Brazil]

Am here 😁 have never warmed to Bellew but hope he goes out with a win tonight- although he is the big underdog tonight

[lord bunberry]

Am here 😁 have never warmed to Bellew but hope he goes out with a win tonight- although he is the big underdog tonight
Agreed, I can’t see him winning, but I hope he can.

[Benny Brazil]

I missed the Burns fight - did he win by KO?

[Nameless]

Even first round - nobody willing to fire first.

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[lord bunberry]

Round 1 will go down as a draw, but it shouldn’t Usyk never threw a punch.

[lord bunberry]

I missed the Burns fight - did he win by KO?
Yes he totally outclassed his opponent who’s name escapes me at this moment.

[Nameless]

Much better round there, I'd score it for Bellew.

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[Benny Brazil]

First 2 rounds to Bellew for me

[lord bunberry]

This is one of the best atmospheres at one of these big fights for a while. Game on.

[Benny Brazil]

Yes he totally outclassed his opponent who’s name escapes me at this moment.

Scott Cardle

[lord bunberry]

First 2 rounds to Bellew for me
And me, it’s been pretty cagey, but Bellew is the aggressor.

[Nameless]

Bellew again!!

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[lord bunberry]

3-0 Bellew . It just goes to show that hype around a boxer isn’t always justified. Some people were saying this guy was the best pound for pound boxer in the world. Bellew will win this.

[Nameless]

Both boxers landing big punches - toss a coin, that could go to either fighter.

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[Nameless]

If this goes past 8 I think Bellew will gas.

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[Benny Brazil]

Still think Usyk will win this

[Nameless]

Usyk took that round at a canter.

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[lord bunberry]

Still think Usyk will win this
That can only be based on reputation.

[Nameless]

I'd score that even.

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[Benny Brazil]

That can only be based on reputation.

Yes you're probably right - just expect more to come from him

[Nameless]

Usyk is in control. This looks ominous now.

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[Nameless]

Night night. Usyk is an exceptional boxer, no hype, just bare facts.

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[Benny Brazil]

Usyk is in control. This looks ominous now.

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Devastating finish

[lord bunberry]

Great finish from Usyk. Confirms that I know even less about boxing than I do about football :greengrin

[Wilson]

Great finish from Usyk. Confirms that I know even less about boxing than I do about football :greengrin

Steady on.

[JohnM1875]

Felt bad for Bellew but **** me what a knockout punch! Had Usyk by knockout at 5/1 though so decent

[Pretty Boy]

That was outstanding from both fighters, a really good fight and plenty mutual respect.

[lord bunberry]

That was outstanding from both fighters, a really good fight and plenty mutual respect.
Yes it was. I can see Usyk becoming an adopted home favourite.

[Tobias Funke]

Usyk is a beautiful fighter to watch. Oozes class.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Well we didn’t learn anything there. He’s very similar to Josh Taylor in that he’s more than ready for a step up in class quicker than would be normal for a fighter with his experience.

The problem Kelly has is that he’s fighting in arguably the most talent loaded division. Can’t see him making a dent at world level unfortunately

[CallumLaidlaw]

Well I spent an hour or so avoiding the fight as I was on my way home from the proclaimers. Bellew got his tactics bang on to start with, as I expected, but he tired and Usyks class showed. We was certainly
Given problems by Bellew tho.

I have to say tho, Usyks post match interview didn’t translate well. He came across as very arrogant. Although Bomber has a lot of respect for him so that’ll do for me [emoji106]


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[LustForLeith]

Usyks could step up to heavyweight I reckon. If he does I can see him giving Joshua problems.

[silverhibee]

Bellows wife ain't a nice woman.

[Frazerbob]

Kicking off at the Wilder Fury presser. Looks legit this time.

[Scouse Hibee]

Kicking off at the Wilder Fury presser. Looks legit this time.

Pure pantomime

[Frazerbob]

Pure pantomime

I’ve said the same about all the previous ‘bad blood’ but that was a proper rammy.

[Pretty Boy]

Fury is under Wilders skin. He lost the plot there and you could see him getting more irate as the questions wore on; I think he realised there was truth in a lot of what Fury said.

I daresay they will do the respectful handshake and bumming each other up post fight but there's a bit edge there. I'm still saying Fury by a decent points margin.

[Frazerbob]

I’ve said the same about all the previous ‘bad blood’ but that was a proper rammy.

If you listen to the 5 Live boxing podcast, Steve Bunce, who was a few feet away, agrees.

[makaveli1875]

I see Fury getting knocked out . He's making out like he's impossible to hit , he's deluding himself . Wilder is fast , powerful and has long arms , poor technique or not he's going to catch fury with that sledgehammer right hand at some point

Joshua v Wilder is the fight everybody wants to see so lets hope he does win .

[Pretty Boy]

I see Fury getting knocked out . He's making out like he's impossible to hit , he's deluding himself . Wilder is fast , powerful and has long arms , poor technique or not he's going to catch fury with that sledgehammer right hand at some point

Joshua v Wilder is the fight everybody wants to see so lets hope he does win .

I think Joshua v Fury is a far more intriguing contest. Less exciting and explosive maybe but if I had to choose I'd pick that over Joshua v Wilder.

I agree Wilder will probably find the target at some point. The couple of times Fury has been in trouble it's been with an overhand right which is Wilders big weapon. Equally though Fury is evasive, he's very nimble for a huge guy, he's fast and he's so unorthodox he's hard to read, Wilder might only get 1 or 2 chances and if Fury deals with that I think he'll win. It's worth remembering Fury was so adept at negating Klitshckos jab and thus his follow up right hand that many people questioned whether he was carrying an injury; Klitshcko himself said that wasn't the case and that Fury just never allowed him to set anything up.

Fury isn't particularly exciting to watch but he's been massively underrated for years now, including by me. His boxing skills are superior and that will play a huge part in the outcome of this fight.

[blackpoolhibs]

Fury's comeback has been far from exciting, in fact i'd say he's been pretty poor against quite awful opponents.

I have watched both fights, and he looked poor and unfit, which was hardly surprising given his time out and the weight loss.

I see a Wilder win , maybe a knock out after 8 rounds but definitely by points at least. In my opinion the rustiness and quick weight loss will take its toll, and he will tire quickly.

I would like Fury to win, he's certainly a character and can sell a fight. :greengrin

[Scouse Hibee]

Fury’s comeback fights have shown him to be slow with poor timing. Has he regained that timing now, I’m not so sure.

[lord bunberry]

If Fury is in the sort of shape he was in when he fought klitschko then Wilder won’t get near him. It’s a big if though.

[K-Zazu]

Honestly think Wilder sparks him in the first few rounds

[hibs#1]

Fury’s comeback fights have shown him to be slow with poor timing. Has he regained that timing now, I’m not so sure.

I agree,but if he has got back to his best he wins by a wide points decision for me.Id go as far to say if Fury is back to his best I'd only give Wilder a puncher's chance. Should be an intriguing fight anyway.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Weigh in starting shortly

https://twitter.com/btsportboxing/status/1068603157373042688?s=21


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[lord bunberry]

Fury looks lean and ready to go. My money is going on Fury on points.

[makaveli1875]

Fury looks lean and ready to go. My money is going on Fury on points.

:hmmm: He has love handles and bingo wings

[trev the hat]

Wilder ko 8-12th round or on points.
Fury not been tested to this level in a long time.

[lord bunberry]

:hmmm: He has love handles and bingo wings
Do you think so? I thought he looked in great shape. He was a bit heavier than he’s been in the past, but I think it’s significant that wilder weighed in so light. He claimed he was ill the last time, but he can’t make that claim this time. Wilder for me is a talking horse, that will be found out against proper world class boxing.

[lord bunberry]

Struggling a wee bit, might need to set an alarm.

[silverhibee]

How can I not find bt box office on my dodgy fire stick, is this it on bt 1 just now. .?

[Danderhall Hibs]

How can I not find bt box office on my dodgy fire stick, is this it on bt 1 just now. .?

It is but they finish on BT1 at 1230 - trying to reel you in.

[hibby6270]

How can I not find bt box office on my dodgy fire stick, is this it on bt 1 just now. .?

According to my son, try PPV Events (allegedly).

[silverhibee]

It is but they finish on BT1 at 1230 - trying to reel you in.


According to my son, try PPV Events (allegedly).

Found it on itv ppv, it's also on sky box office.

Take it no boxing has started yet :greengrin

[silverhibee]

Hopefully a good fight here.

[silverhibee]

C'mon big Tyson.

[James310]

Can't believe I set my alarm for 0430 to watch it, still I hope Tyson KOs him.

[James310]

Wtf! A draw. No way.

[David_D]

That’s a shocking decision.

[Haymaker]

Unbelievable

[Mon Dieu4]

Even with the two knock downs I had Fury by at least two, Mexican judge was a farce

[IGRIGI]

115 to 111 Wilder is mental scoring from first judge.

[Nameless]

From the movie Cinderella Man - "They take this long to make a decision, they're gonna decide to screw someone". Fury won that fight, by quite some distance too.

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[DetroitHibs]

I thought Fury won, but had it very close. Could understand a draw but now way that crazy scorecard by the one judge.

[Willis1875]

The Mexican Judge has Wilder 4 up after the first 4 rounds 😂 what a farce

[makaveli1875]

Nowhere near as bad as the ggg canelo draw last year. I reckon Wilder will KO him next time

[CallumLaidlaw]

From the movie Cinderella Man - "They take this long to make a decision, they're gonna decide to screw someone". Fury won that fight, by quite some distance too.

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Can’t agree with quite some distance. Fair few close rounds. And you can’t expect to be knocked down in 2 separate rounds and be guaranteed a win.


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[Gloucester Hibs]

Can’t agree with quite some distance. Fair few close rounds. And you can’t expect to be knocked down in 2 separate rounds and be guaranteed a win.


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The judge that had Wilder 4 points ahead gave the first 4 rounds to him! Can only assume he thought some of those wild windmilling swings made some contact. Would agree a draw probably fair on the basis of the 2 knockdowns mind you.

[blackpoolhibs]

Just finished watching that fight, in my opinion Fury won it easily even after counting the knock downs. How any judge could give Wilder winning that fight so easily has to be fixed.:confused:

[HH81]

Very odd decision.

Sky had my cash out at 80% going into last round so they know who was well ahead. I didn't cash out as I couldn't see any other result that a fury win.

Where will the re-match be? Wembley

[CallumLaidlaw]

Very odd decision.

Sky had my cash out at 80% going into last round so they know who was well ahead. I didn't cash out as I couldn't see any other result that a fury win.

Where will the re-match be? Wembley

Wilder said he thinks America again. He’s still champion so can call the shots really.


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[Pretty Boy]

What a fight. It had everything and the heavyweight division looks what it should be again; exciting and with real talent at the top.

If Fury keeps in shape and is able to prepare for the rematch with less emphasis on cutting weight I'd fancy him to get the job done. 2 years out the ring, a couple of tune ups and he put in a performance worthy of a championship fight. Credit to Wilder too, he dug in and played to his strengths. When he got the shots off he looked dangerous.

Last night probably made uncomfortable viewing for Joshua and Hearn. He can't dodge the winner of the rematch and I think both are really tough fights for him, particularly Fury.

[makaveli1875]

What a fight. It had everything and the heavyweight division looks what it should be again; exciting and with real talent at the top.

If Fury keeps in shape and is able to prepare for the rematch with less emphasis on cutting weight I'd fancy him to get the job done. 2 years out the ring, a couple of tune ups and he put in a performance worthy of a championship fight. Credit to Wilder too, he dug in and played to his strengths. When he got the shots off he looked dangerous.

Last night probably made uncomfortable viewing for Joshua and Hearn. He can't dodge the winner of the rematch and I think both are really tough fights for him, particularly Fury.

Have to agree , Fury and Wilder both looked tough as nails . Fury proved he's still got slick skill and Wilder proved he carries KO power right into the last seconds . AJ has to fight them both or his reputation will take a beating

[Haymaker]

Last night probably made uncomfortable viewing for Joshua and Hearn. He can't dodge the winner of the rematch and I think both are really tough fights for him, particularly Fury.

Think Hearn would prefer Fury because even if AJ loses Hear will have had his mega fight at Wembley and banked millions.

However, you're right, AJ needs to fight both, there's no one else really, he can't hide forever.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Very unfair on AJ in my opinion giving it the “cant run forever”, “dodging them” etc. He’s only had 22 professional fights and was a late starter regarding boxing. Fury has not been around for 2 years and before AJ fought Povetkin (a mandatory) he was fighting. Parker to unify the belts. I don’t blame him for taking a few more fights.


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[Pretty Boy]

Very unfair on AJ in my opinion giving it the “cant run forever”, “dodging them” etc. He’s only had 22 professional fights and was a late starter regarding boxing. Fury has not been around for 2 years and before AJ fought Povetkin (a mandatory) he was fighting. Parker to unify the belts. I don’t blame him for taking a few more fights.


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I didn't mean he had dodged them previously. I mean he is now put in a position he has to fight at least one of them. If he doesn't it's got shades of Bowe and Lewis and that has hung over Bowes legacy ever since.

I said previously the way Joshua showed discipline v Parker sould have worried Wilder, equally I think what both fighters showed last night will concern Joshua. Of course he won't say that publicly but that doesn't mean anything.

[David_D]

I think Joshua would rather fight Wilder. Wilder got hit so many times last night. If it had been Joshua hitting him I think it would have been over. On other hand though I don’t think Joshua (or any other heavyweight) bar Fury would have gotten up from that 12th round knockdown.

[Mon Dieu4]

I'd like to see AJ V Wilder in April on the basis that Fury gets winner for all the belts, a draw might have negated a rematch and Wilder might not fancy it just now imo

[CallumLaidlaw]

I think Joshua would rather fight Wilder. Wilder got hit so many times last night. If it had been Joshua hitting him I think it would have been over. On other hand though I don’t think Joshua (or any other heavyweight) bar Fury would have gotten up from that 12th round knockdown.

Not sure, sure AJ got up from a big one against Klitschko


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[silverhibee]

Very odd decision.

Sky had my cash out at 80% going into last round so they know who was well ahead. I didn't cash out as I couldn't see any other result that a fury win.

Where will the re-match be? Wembley

The chat was Old Trafford J.

[lord bunberry]

I think Joshua would rather fight Wilder. Wilder got hit so many times last night. If it had been Joshua hitting him I think it would have been over. On other hand though I don’t think Joshua (or any other heavyweight) bar Fury would have gotten up from that 12th round knockdown.
I very much doubt anyone would want to fight Fury. He has the skills to make fighters look slow and cumbersome.

[silverhibee]

What a fight. It had everything and the heavyweight division looks what it should be again; exciting and with real talent at the top.

If Fury keeps in shape and is able to prepare for the rematch with less emphasis on cutting weight I'd fancy him to get the job done. 2 years out the ring, a couple of tune ups and he put in a performance worthy of a championship fight. Credit to Wilder too, he dug in and played to his strengths. When he got the shots off he looked dangerous.

Last night probably made uncomfortable viewing for Joshua and Hearn. He can't dodge the winner of the rematch and I think both are really tough fights for him, particularly Fury.

Fury's journey back over the last 2 years is a inspiration to folk, he stuck to his plan last night, his constant bobbing about is very strange but works so good for him, up until the last round he was cruising the fight, he never once looked tired unlike Wilder who went through a few rounds where he looked knackered, but give him credit he went for it in the last round and put Tyson on the canvas, it looked like the second punch as Tyson was going down had knocked him out and Wilder thought the same, how Tyson got back up I don't know but when he did his legs weren't wobbly and he looked fresh as a daisy and ready to go again, the rematch will be just as good no doubt.

Don't know why but I think Joshua would rather fight Tyson rather than Wilder.

[James310]

It's good to see proper heavyweight boxers fighting rather than beefed up cruiserweights. Tyson Fury is a proper heavyweight at 6ft 9in and 18 stone!

[David_D]

Glad to see Adonis Stevenson has now been moved from critical to stable. Still long way to go but hopefully he makes a full recovery.

[blackpoolhibs]

Fury's journey back over the last 2 years is a inspiration to folk, he stuck to his plan last night, his constant bobbing about is very strange but works so good for him, up until the last round he was cruising the fight, he never once looked tired unlike Wilder who went through a few rounds where he looked knackered, but give him credit he went for it in the last round and put Tyson on the canvas, it looked like the second punch as Tyson was going down had knocked him out and Wilder thought the same, how Tyson got back up I don't know but when he did his legs weren't wobbly and he looked fresh as a daisy and ready to go again, the rematch will be just as good no doubt.

Don't know why but I think Joshua would rather fight Tyson rather than Wilder.

Yip he was superb, i never for one moment thought he'd be able to last the distance on the basis of his last two fights.

He looked a pale shadow in those fights, and i thought he would gas out and probably get knocked out later in the fight.

He did the opposite, and looked very fresh all fight, and obviously the knock downs could have made the result different, but he managed to get up and still take the fight to Wilder. :top marks

[lord bunberry]

Kell Brook on now. Looks a class apart after the first round, but early days.

[lord bunberry]

Zerafa not going away and he’s landing a few as well.

[Benny Brazil]

Not too impressed with Brook tonight- looks slow and too open- will probably still win but not the Special One of old

[David_D]

Something doesn’t seem right about Brook tonight. He should still win but will need a massive improvement if he is to step up again.

[lord bunberry]

Brook took a few big shots there. He doesn’t look in much trouble, but against a better fighter he won’t get away with that. Fair play to Zerafa though, he’s making a fight of it.

[Benny Brazil]

Brook has had two bad eye socket fractures in the last few years which must prey on his mind - not a great performance tonight

[chinaman]

loma the legend .
one of the all time greats.
boxing at its purest best , bring on "bud " crawford . what a test that'll be.

[LustForLeith]

Didn’t see the fight but wasn’t Brook struggling to make the weight? Would that have had an effect on him?

[David_D]

Brook made the weight with ease. I think he tried to come in too low to show Khan he could make 147. He just looked slow at times.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

loma the legend .
one of the all time greats.
boxing at its purest best , bring on "bud " crawford . what a test that'll be.

I doubt we will ever see Loma v Crawford. Loma is fighting at 135lbs and I doubt we will see him at 140 any time soon.
Crawford is at 147lbs and won’t be going back down the weights with the strength of the opposition available at Welterweight.

[Benny Brazil]

Couple of fights on tonight- Canelo v Fielding is an interesting one, think Rocky is very underrated in general but will be a huge underdog tonight - would love him to beat Canelo and he does have the ability to do so but it will be really tough

[Pretty Boy]

I see the WBO crowned their 1st 'global' champion last night. So we now have the IBO, IBF, WBC, WBA Regular, WBA Super, WBO World and WBO Global as well as the Ring Champion. I'm not sure what the difference is between world and global tbh.

Give it 5 years and we'll have at least 3 'world champions' posting on this thread.

[hibs#1]

I see the WBO crowned their 1st 'global' champion last night. So we now have the IBO, IBF, WBC, WBA Regular, WBA Super, WBO World and WBO Global as well as the Ring Champion. I'm not sure what the difference is between world and global tbh.

Give it 5 years and we'll have at least 3 'world champions' posting on this thread.

You forgot lineal champ as well.

[Frazerbob]

Hearn v Warren tonight. Who you got?

[Mon Dieu4]

Hearn v Warren tonight. Who you got?

Depends on what you are after, think Warren has the better overall card tonight and Frampton Warrington will be a good fight but I'm in the mood for carnage and all out war so at this stage I'm thinking I will go with the Whyte Chisora

Will end up getting one on tv and streaming the other on the iPad I think

[Frazerbob]

Depends on what you are after, think Warren has the better overall card tonight and Frampton Warrington will be a good fight but I'm in the mood for carnage and all out war so at this stage I'm thinking I will go with the Whyte Chisora

Will end up getting one on tv and streaming the other on the iPad I think

That’s my thoughts. Frampton fight is a far higher quality but the Whyte fight has the potential to be another slugfest with controversy.

[Benny Brazil]

Am going with Frampton v Warrington think it could be a cracker

[silverhibee]

The big heavyweights for me.

[Benny Brazil]

Warrington battering Frampton so far

[James310]

Great fight so far with the heavyweights.

[Pretty Boy]

Watching both and both too close to call. Warrington was all over Frampton early doors but Carl starting to pick his shots well now and getting some success. Chisora and Whyte is a proper scrap and it’s really tight, one big shot could end it.

[Benny Brazil]

Great fight Warrington the clear winner for me

[Pretty Boy]

That was sensational, both fighters played their part but Warrington was the deserved winner.

[Pretty Boy]

Boom. Good night Del Boy.

Shame as I think Chisora was ahead, even with the docked points, but that was some counter by Whyte.

[Pretty Boy]

Just watched the Mayweather 'fight'. What a farce.

He danced about for a bit, his opponent had a swing and a miss that I could have dodged, there were 3 knockdowns then the towel came in.

$9M for that. Nice work if you can get it.

[calumhibee1]

Just watched the Mayweather 'fight'. What a farce.

He danced about for a bit, his opponent had a swing and a miss that I could have dodged, there were 3 knockdowns then the towel came in.

$9M for that. Nice work if you can get it.

He will love all these folk from other sports wanting to have a pop at him. Masses of money to be made and it’s the equivalent of Real Madrid v Dundee.

[Allant1981]

Just watched the Mayweather 'fight'. What a farce.

He danced about for a bit, his opponent had a swing and a miss that I could have dodged, there were 3 knockdowns then the towel came in.

$9M for that. Nice work if you can get it.

Was a total farce, the young guy is a kickboxer but wasn't allowed to kick!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Looks like Amir Khan is taking on p4p great Terence Crawford instead of Kell Brook. Hearn & Kell will be raging!

[Speedy]

Looks like Amir Khan is taking on p4p great Terence Crawford instead of Kell Brook. Hearn & Kell will be raging!

Another no lose fight for Khan. Fair play to his team for organising it.

[Mon Dieu4]

Looks like Amir Khan is taking on p4p great Terence Crawford instead of Kell Brook. Hearn & Kell will be raging!

Looks like Khan is getting knocked out within 3, surely even he can't believe he has a chance against Crawford, should have taken the Brook fight and cashed in

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Looks like Khan is getting knocked out within 3, surely even he can't believe he has a chance against Crawford, should have taken the Brook fight and cashed in

I highly doubt that. Khan, by most part starts well before fading mid to late rounds. Crawford also historically a slow starter. Terence will make adjustments early doors and put the pain on him the rest of the fight before a late, brutal stoppage. That’s my shout anyway.

I’m actually backing Khan on this one, why not test yourself against the best out there. No matter what Kell says, the Brook fight will still be there after this match up.

[Keyser Sauzee]

I highly doubt that. Khan, by most part starts well before fading mid to late rounds. Crawford also historically a slow starter. Terence will make adjustments early doors and put the pain on him the rest of the fight before a late, brutal stoppage. That’s my shout anyway.

I’m actually backing Khan on this one, why not test yourself against the best out there. No matter what Kell says, the Brook fight will still be there after this match up.

Exactly, Brooks career is fading pretty quickly due to the recurring eye injury v Golovkin so he’s desperate for a big money fight v Khan and will wait however long it takes for it. Khan knows this and is quite rightly trying one last time to get a belt, which I highly doubt he will tbh.

[Mon Dieu4]

I highly doubt that. Khan, by most part starts well before fading mid to late rounds. Crawford also historically a slow starter. Terence will make adjustments early doors and put the pain on him the rest of the fight before a late, brutal stoppage. That’s my shout anyway.

I’m actually backing Khan on this one, why not test yourself against the best out there. No matter what Kell says, the Brook fight will still be there after this match up.

Khan still has the fastest hands I've seen on a boxer but if Vargas can put him on his arse in the 2nd then I hate to think what Crawford who is probably in the p4p top 3 can do to him, he will need to be on his game like he was against Canelo before he got caught, great skills and speed but glass jaw, I just think Crawford is far too spiteful and will hurt him early

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Khan still has the fastest hands I've seen on a boxer but if Vargas can put him on his arse in the 2nd then I hate to think what Crawford who is probably in the p4p top 3 can do to him, he will need to be on his game like he was against Canelo before he got caught, great skills and speed but glass jaw, I just think Crawford is far too spiteful and will hurt him early

I’m a big Crawford fan. He is the complete fighter in my eyes. Khan has had a few sore KO’s but will be no push over, I can see him coming into
this fight fully focused from the first bell.

Great fight for Crawford too btw. He’s been struggling to tie down the big fights, & if he puts a clinic on Khan his global profile will increase massively.

[CallumLaidlaw]

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Step forward Dillian Whyte.

[Stairway 2 7]

Step forward Dillian Whyte.

Has to be but would that fill Wembley

[Onceinawhile]

Has to be but would that fill Wembley

Joshua has wembley booked in April, so presumably that fight would be on the undercard?

[Mon Dieu4]

Joshua has wembley booked in April, so presumably that fight would be on the undercard?

Hearn has Wembley booked, doesn't mean it has to be Joshua, he seems keen on making Joshua V Miller in New York that day too, hope this isn't true as if anyone in the heavyweight division deserves a title shot then it's Whyte, he may be limited but he's done everything asked of him and shown real improvement since the last Joshua fight

Could see Whyte V Klitscho with a majorly stacked undercard getting 50-60 thousand at Wembley

[CallumLaidlaw]

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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Taylor v Baranchyk AND Prograis v Relikh rumoured to be booked in for Glasgow, May 11/18th.

Will be heading through for that 100% if it’s confirmed.

[Frazerbob]

Taylor v Baranchyk AND Prograis v Relikh rumoured to be booked in for Glasgow, May 11/18th.

Will be heading through for that 100% if it’s confirmed.

The Vamps are playing 11th May so wont be then.

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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Canelo v Jacobs just announced for Cinco De Mayo.

Another brilliant fight!

[sambajustice]

Saw on Sky sports this morning Dillian Whyte wants to fight Brezeale in April or May. With Fury and Wilder probably going to have a rematch I'd laugh my ass off if Joshua had to fight like David Price or something in April at Wembley. Or even more if Hearn had to call off the whole show.

I didn't used to like Whyte but quite warming to him. No BS about him it appears and on the face of it he's being messed around by the different organisations

[Pretty Boy]

I can't be the only one hoping Pacquiao absolutely smashes Broner this weekend?

[makaveli1875]

Canelo and Danny Jacobs on 4th May apparently

Jacobs should cause him problems but fancy Canelo to win by dodgy decision

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I can't be the only one hoping Pacquiao absolutely smashes Broner this weekend?

+1. My real ambition is seeing Josh Taylor pagger the mouthy sod though.

[Frazerbob]

Saw on Sky sports this morning Dillian Whyte wants to fight Brezeale in April or May. With Fury and Wilder probably going to have a rematch I'd laugh my ass off if Joshua had to fight like David Price or something in April at Wembley. Or even more if Hearn had to call off the whole show.

I didn't used to like Whyte but quite warming to him. No BS about him it appears and on the face of it he's being messed around by the different organisations

AJ will fight Miller in America.

[hibs#1]

I can't be the only one hoping Pacquiao absolutely smashes Broner this weekend?

Yes Broner is a grade A fud.

[Lancs Harp]

For those interested the Pacquiao Broner fight is on live on free to view on ITV 4. Undercard included, starts at 2 am. (main event about 4 am) either set your alarm or your timer!!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

For those interested the Pacquiao Broner fight is on live on free to view on ITV 4. Undercard included, starts at 2 am. (main event about 4 am) either set your alarm or your timer!!

On Nightshift tonight and very quiet so will be getting this on.

Mon the Paqman!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Surprised at that one, had Jack to win.

Horrendous cut 😳

[MagicSwirlingShip]

119-109 Pacquiao on my card. Only had Broner winning the 4th.

Easy work for the Pac-Man.

Pacman v Porter next please!

[Pretty Boy]

George Groves announces his retirement.

Said he has lost the desire to keep fighting and it has been on his mind since the injury to Eduard Gutknecht. Doesn't want to go out with an injury or when he's too old.

Very good fighter imo who was just a rung or 2 below elite level. His jab was ferocious.

[Frazerbob]

Taylor confirmed for May 18th at the Hydro.

[Mon Dieu4]

Taylor confirmed for May 18th at the Hydro.

Think I will go with the more expensive tickets for this one, get ringside

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Taylor confirmed for May 18th at the Hydro.

Interesting that Baranchyk pulled out this morning then WBSS immediately announce the fight. Big dodgy!

How much are the ringside seats? Was on the front row of the upper tier at the last fight, was a decent seat but quite far from the action.

[Mon Dieu4]

Interesting that Baranchyk pulled out this morning then WBSS immediately announce the fight. Big dodgy!

How much are the ringside seats? Was on the front row of the upper tier at the last fight, was a decent seat but quite far from the action.

Sure it was £60 last time, if so that's where I'm headed

[Frazerbob]

Interesting that Baranchyk pulled out this morning then WBSS immediately announce the fight. Big dodgy!

How much are the ringside seats? Was on the front row of the upper tier at the last fight, was a decent seat but quite far from the action.

Ringside was £215
Decent floor seats and front rows of the first balcony were £80 odds. Cheapest seats up the gods were £25-30 I think. This will be dearer.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Ringside was £215
Decent floor seats and front rows of the first balcony were £80 odds. Cheapest seats up the gods were £25-30 I think. This will be dearer.

Nice one cheers! If any Hibees fancy a Scottish Cup final warm up there will be a decent few of us heading through :D

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Rumours of Naoya ‘Monster’ Inoue v Emmanuel Rodriguez being added to the Josh Taylor card at the Hydro.

Amazing if true, Inoue is one of the most exciting fighters I’ve seen in a long time.

[Frazerbob]

Wilder v Fury confirmed for 18th May also. Going to be some day for boxing fans!

[nellio]

Wilder v Fury confirmed for 18th May also. Going to be some day for boxing fans!

Is that confirmed then? Was keeping an eye out for that.

[Frazerbob]

Is that confirmed then? Was keeping an eye out for that.

Saw it on one of the Boxing FB pages but not seen it anywhere since. It’s all about the AJ fight now.

[stoneyburn hibs]

Anyone with IPTV how do I find ITv box office for tonight's fight ?

[Hibeesmad]

Fancy Eubank on points

[Godsahibby]

Anyone with IPTV how do I find ITv box office for tonight's fight ?

You got a section for 3pm games and live events?

[Godsahibby]

For those who know and have seen more of Joyce what’s your thoughts on him? Not seen much of him before, definitely I raw and making mistakes but learning. Looks very lively for someone his size.

[Keyser Sauzee]

This fight will be decided by whatever DeGale turns up, not sure he has the motivation any more but if he does he beats Eubank easily.

[stoneyburn hibs]

You got a section for 3pm games and live events?

Yes, I've found it mate thanks.

[3pm]

Eubank on top.

[Pretty Boy]

Pretty awful fight, DeGale looks shot.

[Mon Dieu4]

DeGale is total shot, scary thing is this will build up the Jnr hype all over again

[Pretty Boy]

114-112 from one judge? Are they suggesting that was a draw without the knockdowns/8 counts?

[Keyser Sauzee]

DeGale looked to me like he had retired before this fight, I questioned his motivation and that’s exactly what was the difference. Would love to see Smith Eubank as Smith would knock him out but can’t see it happening.

[Frazerbob]

Ricky Burns is reportedly one of the fighters being considered as a potential replacement to fight Josh Taylor in his WBSS semi-final if Ivan Baranchyk insists he’s out of the tournament. Presumably the world title wouldn’t be up for grabs though.

Ricky is an absolute warrior. He’ll fight ANYONE. Total respect for the guy. It would be one if the greatest ever domestic Scottish fights IMHO but not sure I’d enjoy watching it if I’m honest.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Ricky Burns is reportedly one of the fighters being considered as a potential replacement to fight Josh Taylor in his WBSS semi-final if Ivan Baranchyk insists he’s out of the tournament. Presumably the world title wouldn’t be up for grabs though.

Ricky is an absolute warrior. He’ll fight ANYONE. Total respect for the guy. It would be one if the greatest ever domestic Scottish fights IMHO but not sure I’d enjoy watching it if I’m honest.

Baranchyk is contracted to WBSS & will fight Taylor so it’s all pointless speculation in my opinion. Burns has had a good career but Taylor would hurt him bad.

[nellio]

Baranchyk is contracted to WBSS & will fight Taylor so it’s all pointless speculation in my opinion. Burns has had a good career but Taylor would hurt him bad.

Baranchyk close to pulling out apparently.

In fact I'm sure I saw an article saying he was pulling out the tournament the day the Taylor fight got announced.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Baranchyk close to pulling out apparently.

In fact I'm sure I saw an article saying he was pulling out the tournament the day the Taylor fight got announced.

His management released a statement the day prior to, and the morning of the Semi being announced, saying it was his intention to pull out due to frustration at the lack of an upcoming date. WBSS responded saying their contracts are binding and he can’t pull out.

[CallumLaidlaw]

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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Spence Jr v Garcia tonight. Absolutely buzzing.

Two of the best p4p around going at it, though will be a tall order for Garcia. Free on ITV4 for the fellow night crawlers out there.

[Hibeesmad]

Spence Jr v Garcia tonight. Absolutely buzzing.

Two of the best p4p around going at it, though will be a tall order for Garcia. Free on ITV4 for the fellow night crawlers out there.

Hoping that Garcia can do it :take that

[nellio]

Recording it. Will watch in the morning.

[Mon Dieu4]

Ritson got a huge rub of the green with that score cards tonight, think he will just be British level even after moving up a weight

[marinello59]

Ritson got a huge rub of the green with that score cards tonight, think he will just be British level even after moving up a weight

I had him down as winning But the score cards were a joke.

[Mon Dieu4]

I had him down as winning But the score cards were a joke.

Had him by one or two but having them that wide is a farce, Okolie must be the worst boxer to watch ever, let's have a cuddling contest

[Mon Dieu4]

Said on an olympic boxing thread here at the last olympics that Buatsi looked the real deal, he's a class act on and off the sport, really look forward to seeing how far he can go

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I had him down as winning But the score cards were a joke.

Gets hit far too often to make an impact at World Level. Josh Taylor would do him some serious damage.

[H18 SFR]

Any news on Josh Taylor tickets going on sale?

[Mon Dieu4]

Any news on Josh Taylor tickets going on sale?

Supposed to be announced this week I think

[Frazerbob]

Josh Taylor tickets on sale Thursday

[Pretty Boy]

Josh Taylor tickets on sale Thursday

Is his opponent confirmed? Last I read Baranchyk said he was 100% out of the tournament regardless of what the contracts said.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Is his opponent confirmed? Last I read Baranchyk said he was 100% out of the tournament regardless of what the contracts said.

Strong rumours of Ricky Burns stepping in. Hope not! :worried:

[nellio]

I was going to get tickets but I'm convinced the lad is going to pull out.

Just had a look and Ticketmaster cant be that confident as instead of naming it Taylor V Branczyk (sp?) its just called World super six boxing or something so my search for Josh Taylor returned zero results!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I was going to get tickets but I'm convinced the lad is going to pull out.

Just had a look and Ticketmaster cant be that confident as instead of naming it Taylor V Branczyk (sp?) its just called World super six boxing or something so my search for Josh Taylor returned zero results!

It would never have been billed as Taylor V Baranchyk on Ticketmaster. It’s a WBSS show and that would always be the billing.

[Onceinawhile]

Fowler v Fitzgerald is a good fight.

[Mon Dieu4]

Was a great fight that Fitzgerald won by a couple, goes to show you can run you mouth off all you want but if you can't back it up, JT is by far the best of the current crop but gets nowhere near the praise he's due

[Onceinawhile]

Was a great fight that Fitzgerald won by a couple, goes to show you can run you mouth off all you want but if you can't back it up, JT is by far the best of the current crop but gets nowhere near the praise he's due

Only just nabbed it by split decision too, with the knockdown being the difference. Really enjoyed the fight.

[Mon Dieu4]

Only just nabbed it by split decision too, with the knockdown being the difference. Really enjoyed the fight.

I thought it was a wee bit wider than that, Sky and Matchroom hype folk up, which granted is their job but there is is a real difference when you step up

Of the curent crop Buatsi is the only one that looks special to me

[nellio]

It would never have been billed as Taylor V Baranchyk on Ticketmaster. It’s a WBSS show and that would always be the billing.

Ah right. I'm sure the last one had WBSS then Taylor V
Martin.

Makes sense though I suppose with monster Inoue on the card

[Frazerbob]

Josh Taylor tickets bought. Cracking seats again. Canny wait!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Josh Taylor tickets bought. Cracking seats again. Canny wait!

Do you have a contact? I thought tickets weren’t released until this Thursday.

[Frazerbob]

Do you have a contact? I thought tickets weren’t released until this Thursday.

SSE Rewards pre-sale started yesterday.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

SSE Rewards pre-sale started yesterday.

Nice one! We were considering floor seats for this fight, but probably won’t bother if it’s confirmed Baranchyk is pulling out to be replaced by Burns.

[H18 SFR]

Tickets booked. Taking the wife rather than going with the lads but glad to be going.

[marinello59]

Tickets bought for Josh Taylor as well. Can’t wait.

[Frazerbob]

Tickets bought for Josh Taylor as well. Can’t wait.

See you there.

[K-Zazu]

Tickets bought for Josh Taylor as well. Can’t wait.

Who’s he fighting tho?

[marinello59]

Who’s he fighting tho?

Given that it looks like Baranchyk will be stripped of his title if he doesn’t fight I’m fairly confident it will still be him. Y

[K-Zazu]

Given that it looks like Baranchyk will be stripped of his title if he doesn’t fight I’m fairly confident it will still be him. Y

Ivan Baranchyk’s manager David McWater has stated that they could now RE-JOIN the WBSS and face Josh Taylor next. McWater confirmed the IBF are threatening to strip Baranchyk and so he has a conference call scheduled with them and the WBSS organisers tomorrow. [
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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Can’t see Baranchyk vacating. Bring it on

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Anyone up & tuning into the latest Lomachenko beat down tonight?

[Mon Dieu4]

I really like Crolla, he's as great guy but Lomachenko is the greatest boxer I've ever seen, sounds mad as he's only had 14 professional fights but the guy is simply amazing and does things I've never seen before, think he's found his weight though and he shouldn't move up to 140 although I'd love to see him against Taylor

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I really like Crolla, he's as great guy but Lomachenko is the greatest boxer I've ever seen, sounds mad as he's only had 14 professional fights but the guy is simply amazing and does things I've never seen before, think he's found his weight though and he shouldn't move up to 140 although I'd love to see him against Taylor

Can’t see him ever going up to 140, unfortunately.

Still plenty big fights for him at Lightweight, I fancy him to collect all belts there soon enough. One fighter who I think will cause him problems is Luke Campbell (trained by Shane Mcguigan like Josh) - brilliant fighter who’s really tall and rangy for the weight.

Hoping he gets in with Mikey Garcia next as he’s another who has the pedigree to cause him issues.

[Mon Dieu4]

Can’t see him ever going up to 140, unfortunately.

Still plenty big fights for him at Lightweight, I fancy him to collect all belts there soon enough. One fighter who I think will cause him problems is Luke Campbell (trained by Shane Mcguigan like Josh) - brilliant fighter who’s really tall and rangy for the weight.

Hoping he gets in with Mikey Garcia next as he’s another who has the pedigree to cause him issues.

Would be a good fight with Campbell, he's got amazing speed and did well against Linares, but I think Loma is pretty much untouchable, Garcia would be his biggest test I think

[Benny Brazil]

Anyone up & tuning into the latest Lomachenko beat down tonight?

Watched the replay - fight should have been stopped in the 3rd not really sure what the ref was doing. Crolla was out of his depth in taking on Loma

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Rumours online that AJ's next opponent Big Baby Miller has failed a drugs test.

Squeaky bum time for Hearn & co.

[Future17]

Rumours online that AJ's next opponent Big Baby Miller has failed a drugs test.

Squeaky bum time for Hearn & co.

Apparently he hasn't failed, he's simply returned an "adverse finding". :-)

[H18 SFR]

Apparently he hasn't failed, he's simply returned an "adverse finding". :-)

Read there that he will likely be able to explain/bull**** his way out of it.

[nellio]

Tested positive for banned substance "Endurobol" apparently.

Has a previous ban for testing positive in kickboxing as well so does have previous for this.

Just heard he had his boxing licence taken away!!! Bout in trouble now for sure!

[Onceinawhile]

Ivan Baranchyk confirmed v josh Taylor.

[Speedy]

Ivan Baranchyk confirmed v josh Taylor.

Good news. Anyone heard any word on undercard yet?

Would be good to see Lee McGregor on his card again

[David_D]

Looks like Joshua v Miller is definitely off now. Miller has failed a second test supposedly.

[Onceinawhile]

Looks like Joshua v Miller is definitely off now. Miller has failed a second test supposedly.

Aj to fight some bum no one has heard of and spark him out.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Aj to fight some bum no one has heard of and spark him out.

Not a lot of fault on AJ/Hearns part in this.

Michael Hunter seems to be the favourite.


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[H18 SFR]

Miller now reportedly failed a THIRD test according to ESPN.

[Allant1981]

Aj to fight some bum no one has heard of and spark him out.

Not much he can do though, cant see anyone in the top 10 going to take him on at such short notice and think they will win, and if someone does then they will also get sparked out

[silverhibee]

Anyone plan staying up for the Khan fight, hoping its on about 3ish.

[Pretty Boy]

Khan needs saving from himself now.

Down in the 1st and every time Crawford really connects he's like bambi on ice. Crawford was head hunting a bit early doors after the knockdown but when he goes to the body and gets Khan to lower his hands he's landing at will. Khan looks noticeably slower than previously as well.

[Pretty Boy]

Fight stopped after a Crawford low blow on Khan.

[Pretty Boy]

Khan's corner asked for it to be stopped before he had taken the full 5 minutes allowed after an accidental low blow so it's a TKO for Crawford.

American commentary did say Virgil Hunter had looked desperate to stop it for at least a couple of rounds beforehand.

[Speedy]

Khan's corner asked for it to be stopped before he had taken the full 5 minutes allowed after an accidental low blow so it's a TKO for Crawford.

American commentary did say Virgil Hunter had looked desperate to stop it for at least a couple of rounds beforehand.

Terrible patter from Crawford denying it was a low blow.

[The_Exile]

Khan quit to save himself from a brutal KO and live to fight another day IMO, he'll get another big payday against Brook if he's looking to cash out or maybe another few fights against fringe world level guys but he's likely finished at the elite level and probably has been for a while.

[Frazerbob]

Anyone know how Taylor tickets are going now his opponent has been confirmed?
Would be good to get the undercard announced soon.

[Pretty Boy]

Anyone know how Taylor tickets are going now his opponent has been confirmed?
Would be good to get the undercard announced soon.

Tbh with 2 World title fights on the card I'm not massively fussed about the quality of the rest of the card. It would be nice to see a few prospects but if it's not to be so be it.

[Frazerbob]

Tbh with 2 World title fights on the card I'm not massively fussed about the quality of the rest of the card. It would be nice to see a few prospects but if it's not to be so be it.

I know what you mean, the 2 headline fights are worth the ticket money. However, from a ticket sales POV it would be good tho get few prospects with decent followings on the card.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Good news. Anyone heard any word on undercard yet?

Would be good to see Lee McGregor on his card again

I seen that Mcgregor has split from Cyclone so I’d be surprised if he is on the card. Signed up with the MTK Global crew.

[Speedy]

I seen that Mcgregor has split from Cyclone so I’d be surprised if he is on the card. Signed up with the MTK Global crew.

Thanks, I hadn't realised.

Bit of a blow with him going and Easton being out of action. Both got a great reception at the Vasquez fight.

[Frazerbob]

Sky have signed up to show all the semi finals. Great news!