On this week’s unmissable mailbag, Stephen “Breadman” Edwards discusses the panorama after Israil Madrimov was aggressive in opposition to Terence Crawford, he seems at Crawford’s subsequent steps and future fights, talks in regards to the brilliance of Bernard Hopkins and Breadman will get loads of credit score for predicting Jose Valenzuela to topple Isaac Cruz.
What’s up Bread,
Congrats in your daughter profitable nationals!
How do you retain her motivated and never burnout by the point she is in her teenagers? Sincere reply, would you be disenchanted if she misplaced curiosity in her later teenagers?
I apologize if this comes off unfavorable or too private.
Anyhow I really like watching Crawford battle, dude is a savant. I’ve a customized made funko pop of him that I am actually happy with.
I believed that match was thrilling, two good technicians going at. Crawford was tremendous sensible to jab this man and assault in spurts. That japanese European fashion is hard. I ponder if he may’ve finished extra harm if he crouched his manner in behind the excessive guard like Tank does and threw some hooks and jabs to the physique. I am glad Canelo talks have misplaced a bit steam. I choose Crawford vs the highest 154 guys legacy-wise/stylistically and for undisputed in three weight courses. I consider they’re higher fights. His hardest out to me is Ortiz and Fundora is a sneaky exhausting battle too, however I favor him. How do you suppose Jaron Ennis would’ve finished vs Madrimov? I keep in mind you saying Boots can clear up 154, however man it’s a gauntlet. Lastly, I am tremendous excited for the Ortiz battle this weekend, I really feel like this Sergii cat is coming to win. Thanks as at all times.
Bread’s Response: Thanks. She turned 13 this 12 months. So puberty is a REAL factor, together with the distractions. I take them day-to-day. We do enjoyable stuff. I give her days off. I give her incentives for doing nicely. I put money into her restoration so she doesn’t really feel depleted. And most of all she doesn’t run all 12 months round. She solely runs from March-to the primary weekend of August which is the Junior Olympics. Throughout her off season, she performs basketball and volleyball. And she or he does child stuff. So we discover a cool steadiness.
Sure, I’d be disenchanted if she misplaced curiosity. As a result of she has a god given expertise. However as you grow old, you be taught acceptance. Imagine it or not she’s a unbelievable singer. Her voice is GOLDEN and her voice in singing is the same as her means in observe. However she’s kind of misplaced curiosity in singing and though it disappoints me, I settle for it. I discovered way back to not be an idealist in terms of LIFE.
Bud Crawford is a 100% a savant. You possibly can see he was processing in that ring. He got here up with an answer. His resolution was to beat Madrimov together with his JAB. Bud’s IQ is so excessive, it’s exhausting to query his resolution to make use of his jab to win the battle. I’d favor Crawford over the present crop of high guys at 154.
I additionally agree that Vergil Ortiz is a troublesome battle. However let me let you know one thing. If Crawford fights Fundora, Ortiz and Tim Tszyu. Don’t be stunned if he loses. Typically the totality of taking up prime elite opponents can take its toll. That’s a troublesome line as much as get via with no loss.
Why are you glad the Canelo talks have died down? It’s a BIG battle. Isn’t that what boxing is about? Madrimov and Canelo battle otherwise. Simply because Madrimov gave Crawford a troublesome battle, it doesn’t imply Crawford can’t beat Canelo. It’s like a Crawford fan saying Austin Trout and Erislandy Lara gave Canelo robust fights, so due to this fact Crawford can beat Canelo. They must beat one another within the ring, not on paper.
Mardimov is sneaky good. He does some issues that Boots must modify to. However I feel Boots would win a hard-nosed battle. I feel Boots would get hit greater than Bud did. However I additionally suppose Boots would inflict extra punishment than Bud did. The performances would present the distinction in the best way Bud and Boots go about issues. It’s not a lot who’s higher. It’s only a distinction in strategy due to their ages.
Lots of people suppose Crawford has no shot at Canelo as a result of he didn’t get a KO however I feel this battle could have made me extra . Transferring as much as 154 and preventing the champion is not any small feat. Additionally, Madrimov may be very expert and I feel it’s a win that can develop in worth over time. Crawford nonetheless needed to minimize weight to make 154, so I feel he nonetheless has good room to develop sufficient. He could also be much more sturdy not chopping weight than he already has been. Additionally Madrimov is listed at two inches taller than Canelo. (Crawford listed an inch taller than Canelo) And as you’ve talked about Crawford’s attain is listed round 4 inches longer than Canelo. Canelo has had hassle with boxers, not killer punchers (minus his must be loss to GGG). I feel Crawford confirmed means to remain centered for 12 rounds. Canelo fights in spurts and a centered Crawford would possibly be capable to have interaction when he must. I feel Crawford counters to the physique may be consequential in the event that they had been to battle. He was doing harm vs Madrimov to the physique. I don’t suppose anybody was actually anticipating Crawford to maneuver as much as 168 and knock out Canelo, not less than they shouldn’t. However I used to be impressed with this win and in contrast to the media I’m in all probability extra curious about Canelo-Crawford. Has this battle modified your opinion on the Canelo battle? Thanks for doing the mailbag!
Bread’s Response: I’m not going to behave like Madrimov didn’t give Crawford some hassle. As a result of he did. However he didn’t win. He fought a battle that neutralized Crawford’s counter punching. However Madrimov couldn’t get sufficient of his personal offense going. Canelo could also be a greater fighter than Madrimov, however they current a distinct set of issues.
I nonetheless like Crawford’s probabilities to beat Canelo. However Madrimov touchdown that LEAD RIGHT HAND is a priority if I’m on Workforce Crawford. Canelo is aware of learn how to battle southpaws. He’s a giant puncher. And he has a terrific proper hand. Nevertheless it’s boxing. Crawford desires the battle. And all Canelo has to do to show he can do higher than Madrimov is take the problem. It’s the Battle of the Century degree battle if it occurs.
Hey Bread, I noticed a submit you made on twitter in regards to the consideration you give to ring walks, music and gloves. I need to focus for a second on gloves. You stated that relying on the hand kind and punch supply, gloves matter BIG time. I hoped you possibly can enterprise down a short rabbit gap about that. Many people haven’t had an opportunity to put on or punch with skilled battle gloves. I feel the mailbag followers would get pleasure from a breakdown that’s deeper then “Reyes are punchers gloves”. Thanks, Brent from Canada
Bread’s Response: The foremost glove manufacturers are Everlast, Rivals, Reyes, Successful and Grants. Canelo additionally has some permitted gloves which are excellent. Everlast makes a number of forms of gloves. Their MX Gloves are similar to Reyes. With these explicit gloves you need to have both exhausting fingers or an excellent wrap. These gloves have the softest leather-based and softest cushion inside which permits for a extra closed and open hand. The notable fighters of this period who put on Everlast MX are Deontay Wilder, Terence Crawford, Marcos Maidana, Mikey Garcia and Bam Rodriguez.
Reyes are similar to Everlast MX however they’re barely extra crammed out with the within stuffing. The notable fighters of this period who’ve worn Reyes are Adonis Stevenson, Danny Garcia, Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez.
Rivals are literally good gloves. They’ve more durable leather-based than Reyes and Everlast Mx. However they carry density on contact. The notable fighters of this period who’ve worn Rivals are David Benavidez, Artur Beterbiev and Oleksandr Usyk.
Grants are normally smaller and tighter than the opposite gloves except you get the therapeutic Grants. The Grants are distinctive as a result of the wrist space carries a lot of the weight, whereas the fist space is smaller and tighter than most different gloves. Grants have a really tight FIT. The notable fighters of this period who’ve worn Grants are Floyd Mayweather, Jaron Ennis and the Charlo Brothers.
Breadman, how’d you benefit from the Riyadh occasion? I predicted Bakole to get the KO however was getting nervous when he began to look gassed however fortunately completed the job earlier than he did. Anderson obtained drawn into buying and selling punches, but in addition confirmed much more coronary heart and grit than folks gave him.
Sadly misplaced cash on Isaac Cruz. Good prediction there with Valenzuela! He regarded very stable and Cruz regarded like he didn’t have a lot composure and was swinging for the fences whereas Valenzuela saved stepping out of vary and boxing properly. Would have actually favored to see Pitbull make the most of the jab extra however he’s obtained his personal fashion. Madrimov was no slouch. Thought he had glorious footwork, motion, feints and it actually seems like he was inflicting Crawford to have to make use of his ring IQ to the max. Spherical 11 regarded actually good for Crawford and if it had gone one other minute, felt like Crawford may need even been in a position to finish it there. I did really feel like in the course of the battle that 154 seems prefer it is likely to be in the direction of the highest restrict of Crawford having the ability to preserve his dominance within the ring and any larger begins to appear to be an actual danger relying on the extent of the opponent. Nevertheless it was nice to see his energy nonetheless carry via the eleventh spherical when it felt like he was damaging Madrimov. First, let me say I’ve a ton of respect for Crawford and Canelo. They’re each phenomenal and particular fighters. Anything in addition to that’s simply ridiculous bias. I’ve no drawback with Canelo not taking the Benavidez or Morrell battle – they’re exhausting fights and he’s had a profession filled with them, but it surely does really feel like he must vacate the belts or tackle these extra critical contenders. The candy center appears like a mega battle at middleweight (160) for Canelo & Crawford however sadly, there wouldn’t be a lot to achieve from that apart from their names on the document books.Any ideas on the place Crawford and Canelo would possibly every go from right here to cement their legacy with out the extremes of preventing no names or leaping up too many weight courses? You the person – thanks for the time! Alex
Bread’s Response: I favored the Riyadh card. However I didn’t like the primary occasion approaching so late. The most important media market on this planet is on the East Coast. The inventory market begins on East Coast time. But boxing occasions begin at 1230am or later East Coast Time. That’s unfair to the viewers. 10pm-11pm is greater than affordable. Aside from that it was a nicely matched card.
I didn’t know sufficient about Bakole so I picked Anderson. Boy was I improper. However I used to be very impressed. Bakole regarded like George Foreman. That was a brutal and harmful efficiency. Bakole does get drained judging by his Michael Hunter battle however Anderson couldn’t get him to the purpose of exhaustion.
Sure I favored El Rayo in his battle vs Cruz. Cruz fought like he usually does. He’s a great fighter and a canine. However he’s very predictable. It’s not simply his one dimensional fashion, it’s how he assaults. It’s the identical factor again and again. I felt El Rayo and Robert Garcia would provide you with one thing to offset Cruz’s assault. That was a BIG win for them.
Crawford vs Madrimov was a chess match. An excellent chess match. Each guys fought nicely. Crawford fought higher. I don’t know if 154 is Crawford’s restrict as a result of we don’t know the way good Madrimov is but. Madrimov could also be THAT good. If he’s THAT good, then Crawford is simply nice.
Canelo has a battle on September 14th. Let’s see the way it goes earlier than we are saying the place they go from right here.
Hiya Breadman! So now social media and lots of people are saying Crawford has no probability in opposition to Canelo. Right here is why I nonetheless disagree: 1) Crawford was coming off an ideal battle in opposition to Spence. I am unable to recall anytime in historical past somebody preventing two good fights in a row. However appropriate me if you understand an instance of it taking place as a result of I am certain it has been finished. Manny Pac probably throughout his run. 2) Crawford being off 13 months is detrimental to his fashion since he depends lots on counter-punching and rhythm. His ring IQ is so excessive he is in a position to nonetheless carry out nicely, do not get me improper, however he would profit extra from preventing twice a 12 months. I do not like that a lot inactivity between fights and particularly not for a man like Crawford. 3) Madrimov is a troublesome buyer. That twitchy fashion with lots of hand motion is tough to look good in opposition to. He additionally put the whole lot into his camp and preparation and actually gave it his all. That confirmed. So hats off to him as a result of he carried out very nicely! 4) Crawford moved up in weight and even being the all-time nice fighter that he’s, it would not be clever to only count on him to run via Madrimov with no resistance. Crawford nonetheless did nicely, though it was a better battle than many anticipated. I consider Crawford by a pair rounds appeared honest though I wasn’t scoring the battle with a pen and pad. Simply having fun with it. In conclusion, I actually do not put lots of inventory into this final battle nor do I feel it “proves” that Crawford ought to keep away from Canelo. Crawford has the fashion to hassle Canelo, though Canelo would open as a betting favourite. Which he must be. Quite a lot of guys which have given Canelo hassle up to now are quick twitch movers who can counterpunch. Trout, Lara, Floyd and so on. Folks appear to neglect that Canelo just isn’t that a lot greater naturally than Crawford, and he is shorter with much less attain. What are your ideas, Bread? I consider Crawford would have a greater shot to defeat Canelo than Berlanga does truly. It is also my opinion that if Crawford fought a tune up at 168, after which had been to defeat Canelo and retire undefeated, he would have a case for a high 5 fighter ever. Btw, I discover it uncertain the Crawford/Canelo battle ever will get made. Simply being hypothetical right here. Ideas? Travis Kennedy Springfield, Illinois
Bread’s Response: 1) Fighters have fought multiple good battle in a row. Manny Pacquiao positively did vs David Diaz, then Oscar De La Hoya, then Ricky Hatton, then Miguel Cotto. However that’s why he’s Manny Pacquiao. I haven’t seen it since.
Pernell Whitaker had just a few when he fought Greg Haugen, Louie Lomelli and Jose Luis Ramirez. Nevertheless it doesn’t occur typically. It’s exhausting to be in a circulate state battle after battle. Your baseline efficiency is NOT the identical as that PEAK day. It’s why I believed Spence may do higher in a rematch. Merely due to the legal guidelines of averages. If Spence improves 10% and Crawford comes down 10% now we have a greater battle. However I anticipated Crawford to win a aggressive battle. And that’s what occurred.
2) I don’t suppose Crawford regarded rusty. I feel Madrimov was affected person and didn’t give Crawford many counter punching alternatives.
3) Precisely. You don’t must be a GREAT fighter, to present a terrific fighter hassle. For those who’re in your prime, with means, and you’ve got a stable nook and recreation plan, you may both win or give the good fighter hassle. It is a recreation of inches and inches separate nice from excellent, not toes.
4) Crawford vs Canelo is a really aggressive match up. I don’t care what anybody says. I positively really feel as if Crawford could be a harder problem to Canelo than Berlanga. Crawford’s expertise and talent are superior to Berlanga’s measurement in my view. However let’s see what Berlanga has. He could enhance with a great camp.
Hey Mr. Edwards. After seeing how Terence Crawford carried out in opposition to a junior-middleweight, do you continue to suppose he can beat Canelo? I do not know what to suppose, as a result of Canelo in all probability has one of the best chin in boxing (now that Triple-G retired), and if Crawford could not damage Israil Madrimov, I do not see him hurting Canelo, despite the fact that I feel Crawford is #1 pound-for-pound, and Canelo is perhaps #5 or decrease, pound-for-pound. I additionally need your opinion about Manny Pacquiao preventing Mario Barrios. I do not know what to consider that match-up both, as a result of Pacquiao simply had an exhibition battle the place he regarded horrible and was dominated, however he had one other exhibition battle not that way back the place he completely dominated a middleweight, and it jogged my memory of once you stated previous fighters can nonetheless flip again the clock generally, despite the fact that they regarded previous of their earlier battle, or look previous of their subsequent battle…John, Sacramento, California
Bread’s Response: Canelo does have a terrific chin. The most effective I’ve seen. However Crawford doesn’t must cease him to beat him. Mayweather didn’t cease him. However he hit him exhausting ENOUGH. All punches damage. Always remember that. Crawford hits exhausting sufficient to cease Canelo’s progress and that’s sufficient energy.
Manny Pacquiao is likely one of the biggest fighters I’ve ever seen. However I really feel unhealthy for him if he fights at 45 years previous. Not solely did he look unhealthy vs Ugas. However he regarded unhealthy in that exhibition. It is a harmful battle for Manny when it comes to his well being. Hopefully if he goes via with it, he doesn’t get critically damage or have residual harm afterwards.
The match up favors Manny if he had been near his prime. I’d choose him to dominate. However I don’t know what to anticipate from a forty five yr previous fighter, who was beat up in his final battle and he’s just a few years faraway from that loss. Fighters don’t get higher of their mid 40s after they slipped of their early 40s.
Hello Bread, Nice tip on the Valenzuela-Cruz battle once more. Nevertheless it’s the Crawford-Madrimov battle I am curious about. Earlier than the battle, I backed Madrimov at 6-1 and once more at 8-1 as I believed he had a giant massive probability. I solely point out this to point out I wasn’t bias in the direction of Crawford. The battle I noticed had Crawford in management and I by no means thought I used to be going to gather at any stage and after the battle I used to be shocked that so many individuals thought it controversial. I agreed with Shawn Porter and had it extensive for Crawford in a aggressive battle in opposition to a really excellent fighter. I am curious about the way you scored it. Is it simply that folks need to do Crawford down. I feel this win will age nicely. Cheers for the good weekly mailbag. Alun, UK
Bread’s Response: I didn’t suppose the end result was doubtful at any level. I didn’t rating it with a pen and pad however I used to be comfy with Crawford profitable both 117-11 or 116-112. I feel 115-113 is overcompensation in Madrimov’s favor and a Madrimov win is blasphemy. Madrimov fought nicely however he didn’t win.
I feel people subconsciously endure from Fault Searching for. People don’t like perfection in anybody besides themselves. So once they see an ideal document in boxing. Or somebody like Michael Jordan in basketball or Tom Brady in soccer, they have a tendency to root in opposition to the grain. It’s simply what it’s.
Crawford was in management in a troublesome aggressive battle. At no level did I get the impression he was in peril of dropping. And I didn’t suppose he wanted to win the final spherical as a way to not get a draw. It was a great win vs an excellent opponent in his prime. It’s the instance of a form of win that’s not in opposition to a HOF or in style fighter. Nevertheless it’s actual and it’s a more durable battle than a few of the BIGGER names. Pernell Whitaker had a win like this vs Julio Cesar Vasquez. Nobody remembers Vasquez however he was a really, excellent fighter. He truly dropped Whitaker and he has a win over HOF Winky Wright.
Hello Bread, Madrimov is the products. And doubtless essentially the most complicated and authentic fashion to adapt to. I nonetheless suppose he may outpoint Canelo who doesn’t transfer like Madrimov however no different 168. We didn’t point out 160 however don’t you suppose Crawford may get a belt à 160? 168 could be insane. However 160 is comparatively ‘weak’ and extra doable. Adames, Lara, Janibek… I feel Crawford has it. How do you want Crawford vs Boots at this stage? Crawford vs Ortiz? Did you see any slippage? Or was it extra Madrimov’s fashion, the inactivity, adapting to the load? Madrimov-Boots could be an excellent battle. Suppose Boots may cease him. 147/168 is attention-grabbing. Ortiz, Madrimov, Boots, Crawford, Spence, Tszyu, Sheeraz, Adames, Janibek…Benavidez and Morrell… Completely different fights and opponents however do you suppose they ‘struggled’ due to the brand new weight class or the opponents? The Nail [Gvozdyk] was glorious and excessive caliber with some pop. For Morrell, it regarded like he needed the simple KO however Scorching Rod was preventing excellent. When he didn’t get it he didn’t modify. Nonetheless received straightforward however on this explicit battle he didn’t look as indestructible as earlier than. Model or weight?
Cheers and congrats for the Pitbull Cruz name
Diego
Bread’s Response: Madrimov’s fashion is definitely a troublesome one to adapt to. Particularly when he’s exhibiting endurance. However I feel Crawford tailored nicely. I feel Crawford may get a belt at 160. However he must be cautious preventing these hungry younger, greater fighters. I’d favor him to beat Adames however Janibek could be a tough battle for him as a result of Janibek has elite boxing expertise and he would even be affected person with Crawford.
I feel Crawford vs Boots is an on the spot traditional. I consider the talent units that might be displayed could be on the extent of Leonard vs Hearns 1, Toney vs McCallum and Whitaker vs McGirt. I don’t go to fights that I’m not working however I’d go to that. I don’t know who would win proper now. I can see eventualities the place Boots would win. I can see openings that Crawford can benefit from. Boots is a gunslinger and that may assist him but in addition damage him with a grasp counter puncher like Crawford. Nice battle.
I consider Vergil Ortiz is the actual deal. I’d barely favor Crawford. However he must carry his A recreation. Ortiz is NO JOKE.
I didn’t see slippage. I noticed a fighter shifting up vs a tough and explosive fashion. Madrimov may be very explosive. I feel what we noticed was Crawford’s IQ on show.
I feel Boots may cease Madrimov. I consider Boots would take extra punishment than Crawford did. Due to his youth, he wouldn’t be as affected person. However I additionally consider he would DISH out extra punishment than Crawford did for a similar causes.
David Benavidez normally closes very robust. I don’t know what occurred. Possibly the CONTACT pictures wore him out late. I believed Benavidez regarded good however down the stretch one thing was off. I’m going to guess that perhaps his damage didn’t enable him to get in nice form. I additionally consider the Nail was in unbelievable form. In order that mixture of circumstances did not enable Benavidez to be his standard self down the stretch.
And the leap from 168 to 175 is a really tough one. Carl Froch, Mikkel Kessler, Chris Eubank, Nigel Benn and Steve Collins by no means moved as much as 175 and all had been nice SMWs. Andre Ward solely did it in his final 2 fights. It’s one of many harder jumps in boxing. Benavidez fought a great battle however he could must field extra at 175, identical to Chavez boxed extra at 140 than he did at 135. Benavidez has boxing expertise that aren’t appreciated sufficient. He is intelligent together with his aggressive assaults.
As for Morrell, I’m unsure what occurred however you possibly can be proper. It wasn’t his greatest evening however he nonetheless received going away. So I’ll attempt to not choose him on one off evening.
Brother Bread, It has been some time since i’ve hit you up on e-mail. Hope all is nicely with you and your loved ones. I simply needed to thanks for being a gifted boxing genius. Your prediction on the Pit Bull Cruz-Rayo battle was spot on. I imply, I can actually take what you say to the financial institution. I made my guess based mostly in your predictions simply as I’ve up to now, and also you simply preserve lining a brother’s pockets with that paper. I admire you not solely due to your detailed evaluation, however for being a terrific boxing thoughts. I admire you man. DFreeRaleigh NC
Bread’s Response: You’re welcome. Numerous folks hit that Rayo guess due to my choose. Glad to have helped. For those who see me at a battle, come up and say hiya.
Terence Crawford is clearly one of the crucial achieved lively boxers round. However after his efficiency in opposition to Israil Madrimov, isn’t it unfair to say he’s one of many absolute best boxers round? He regarded his age and fought a useless even battle with a man who’s clearly not among the many better of one of the best. I’d love to listen to your ideas. I’m simply unsure how Crawford might be ranked on the high of the pound-for-pound rankings after that battle. Thanks for the enter!
Bread’s Response: I feel you’re being overly vital. I feel you’re going overboard. Crawford did a stable job. No it wasn’t Crawford’s efficiency he had vs Spence but it surely was stable nonetheless. Terence Crawford is unquestionably probably the greatest. I’ve him #1. If he’s wherever decrease than 3 then the record isn’t credible. Solely Usyk and The Monster have circumstances for being over Bud P4P.
Hey Breadman, thanks for the good learn each Saturday morning. I used to be speaking to a good friend about Bernard Hopkins and he did not notice all the good fighters he beat and in addition misplaced to. He was a diehard ODLH fan again in our day and by no means adopted boxing like me. Please educate your readers on how nice Hopkins was. From the legit 20 MW title defenses to his run at LH so late. Thanks once more on your time and greatest needs to you and yours.
Vince from British Columbia
Bread’s Response: Bernard Hopkins has a case for being the best fighter ever from Philadelphia and Philadelphia is the best boxing metropolis ever when it comes to abilities born there and Hopkins could also be one of the best. He has 20 title defenses. Which is the MW document. His largest wins at 160 had been in opposition to Felix Trinidad and Oscar De La Hoya. Folks complained that they had been small regardless of Hopkins being the underdog vs Tito. However all he did after that was battle Antonio Tarver in his first battle at 175.
Hopkins’ run at 175 is definitely extra spectacular than his run at 160. He was a greater fighter at 160 however 175 was extra spectacular. As a result of at 175, the fighters had been greater and he was over 40. He didn’t have the title protection numbers however he received the 175lb title 3x. I don’t have room to call the entire names however once more Hopkins’s run at 175 was extraordinarily spectacular.
His run at 160 makes him no worse than a high 6 to 7 fighter in probably the greatest divisions ever. His resiliency is astonishing. If a fighter had his stylistic quantity, he would simply go and beat a fighter that beat the fighter that had his stylistic quantity.
For instance, Roy Jones beat him in 1993. Hopkins beat Antonio Tarver and Glen Johnson who beat Jones.
Jermain Taylor beat Hopkins 2x. So Hopkins went and beat Kelly Pavlik who beat Taylor and Winky Wright who had a draw with Taylor.
Chad Dawson beat Hopkins. So Hopkins went onto to beat Jean Pascal who beat Dawson. Hopkins often is the most cussed fighter ever in that manner, he at all times discovered methods to get the man again who beat him.
Hopkins additionally has a case for being one of the best fighter of the twenty first century. Most will choose Mayweather or Pacquiao. However battle for battle, Hopkins has an affordable case. Bernard is a high 75 fighter EVER. GREAT, nice fighter.
Yet one more factor. I’m pondering as a kind. Bernard wasn’t often known as a speedster. However he had unbelievable quickness. He landed the toughest punch in boxing to land and that’s a lead proper hand from an orthodox fighter. He landed that punch perhaps higher than anybody in historical past. Once more. Nice fighter. If you wish to watch somebody battle an ideal battle, watch his fights vs Glen Johnson and Felix Trinidad.
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