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The World Boxing World Series website has it the two quarter finals onlyQuote:
Originally Posted by CallumLaidlaw
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
http://boxrec.com/en/schedule?&offset=20Quote:
Originally Posted by CallumLaidlaw
Scroll down at the above page, has a bit more detail
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Frazerbob
I saw something earlier that said they were down to the last 500 tickets.
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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.Quote:
Originally Posted by MagicSwirlingShip
That’s it mate. Feel sorry for Josh, if he was signed to Matchroom he would be a household name by now.Quote:
Originally Posted by Frazerbob
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.
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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That was some performance. Made it look oh so easy.
Top notch performance from Josh Taylor there.. really looking forward to his next fight this time for a world title..
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by CallumLaidlaw
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by MagicSwirlingShip
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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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Frazerbob
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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
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Frazerbob
£5 for a pint of Fosters though :( hate that stuff!
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by LustForLeith
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.
Josh Kelly up now. Looking forward to seeing him again.
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.
Ricky Burns still got it at this level.
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.
Big Zlatan has been subbed for the main event.
Where is everyone tonight?
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Benny Brazil
I missed the Burns fight - did he win by KO?
Even first round - nobody willing to fire first.
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Round 1 will go down as a draw, but it shouldn’t Usyk never threw a punch.
Yes he totally outclassed his opponent who’s name escapes me at this moment.Quote:
Originally Posted by Benny Brazil
Much better round there, I'd score it for Bellew.
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First 2 rounds to Bellew for me
This is one of the best atmospheres at one of these big fights for a while. Game on.
Scott CardleQuote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
And me, it’s been pretty cagey, but Bellew is the aggressor.Quote:
Originally Posted by Benny Brazil
Bellew again!!
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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.
Both boxers landing big punches - toss a coin, that could go to either fighter.
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If this goes past 8 I think Bellew will gas.
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Still think Usyk will win this
Usyk took that round at a canter.
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That can only be based on reputation.Quote:
Originally Posted by Benny Brazil
I'd score that even.
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Yes you're probably right - just expect more to come from himQuote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
Usyk is in control. This looks ominous now.
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Night night. Usyk is an exceptional boxer, no hype, just bare facts.
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Devastating finishQuote:
Originally Posted by Nameless
Great finish from Usyk. Confirms that I know even less about boxing than I do about football :greengrin
Steady on.Quote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
Felt bad for Bellew but **** me what a knockout punch! Had Usyk by knockout at 5/1 though so decent
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Usyk is a beautiful fighter to watch. Oozes class.
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 unfortunatelyQuote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
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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Usyks could step up to heavyweight I reckon. If he does I can see him giving Joshua problems.
Bellows wife ain't a nice woman.
Kicking off at the Wilder Fury presser. Looks legit this time.
Pure pantomimeQuote:
Originally Posted by Frazerbob
I’ve said the same about all the previous ‘bad blood’ but that was a proper rammy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Scouse Hibby
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.
If you listen to the 5 Live boxing podcast, Steve Bunce, who was a few feet away, agrees.Quote:
Originally Posted by Frazerbob
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by makaveli1875
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.
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
Fury’s comeback fights have shown him to be slow with poor timing. Has he regained that timing now, I’m not so sure.
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.
Honestly think Wilder sparks him in the first few rounds
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Scouse Hibby
Weigh in starting shortly
https://twitter.com/btsportboxing/st...373042688?s=21
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Fury looks lean and ready to go. My money is going on Fury on points.
:hmmm: He has love handles and bingo wingsQuote:
Originally Posted by lord bunberry
Wilder ko 8-12th round or on points.
Fury not been tested to this level in a long time.
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by makaveli1875
Struggling a wee bit, might need to set an alarm.
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by silverhibee
According to my son, try PPV Events (allegedly).Quote:
Originally Posted by silverhibee
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Originally Posted by Danderhall Hibs
Found it on itv ppv, it's also on sky box office.Quote:
Originally Posted by hibby6270
Take it no boxing has started yet :greengrin
Hopefully a good fight here.
C'mon big Tyson.
Can't believe I set my alarm for 0430 to watch it, still I hope Tyson KOs him.
Wtf! A draw. No way.
That’s a shocking decision.
Unbelievable
Even with the two knock downs I had Fury by at least two, Mexican judge was a farce
115 to 111 Wilder is mental scoring from first judge.
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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I thought Fury won, but had it very close. Could understand a draw but now way that crazy scorecard by the one judge.
The Mexican Judge has Wilder 4 up after the first 4 rounds 😂 what a farce
Nowhere near as bad as the ggg canelo draw last year. I reckon Wilder will KO him next time
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nameless
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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.Quote:
Originally Posted by CallumLaidlaw
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:
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by HH81
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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 beatingQuote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Think Hearn would prefer Fury because even if AJ loses Hear will have had his mega fight at Wembley and banked millions.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
However, you're right, AJ needs to fight both, there's no one else really, he can't hide forever.
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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