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The rematch #WilderFury2

Now I refuse to start this piece complaining about the outcome of the first fight. The event that took place December 1st 2018 was something we haven’t seen in heavyweight division for a long time. Two opponents who equally did their job in building up the fight. A solid undercard and a hungry fan base ready for a war. Unfortunately, the fight was a snooze fest and the decision wasn’t correct but again I’m not here for that. By the night of the February 21st 2020, both men would have fought twice and the level of expectations will be higher than the first go round. But in case you haven’t been paying attention, a lot has changed since then.

As fans, we have a tendency to over look a lot of what goes on during the fight as long as the fighter we root for wins. To the point that unless our favorite fighters get knocked out, he or she is unbeatable. Incredibly so in the case of Wilder vs Fury. At a overwhelming 6’9 256lbs (first fight weigh in), Fury possesses quickness and movement around the ring that hasn’t been seen by a heavyweight since the 80/90s. Carrying that much weight however, his fight plan has been more predictable. A quick start with a accurate jab a long with the occasional but equally accurate right hand and enough rounds in the bank so that he may cruise in to what his fan base views as poetry in motion. Don’t get me wrong, his jab is well advertised. Although it’s not the most scariest punch in regards to power, the frequency and accuracy sets a precedent in the fight that’ll make any great puncher who lacks reach cautious enough to let his hands go. But their is something I see a lot of people don’t.

Despite his physical attributes I have noticed a step back since almost nearly being knocked out in the first fight. It’s my theory that due to his mental illness, it has made him over/under compensate on the amount of confidence he carries in the ring depending on the level of competition. That along with being signed to the biggest sports platform on earth (ESPN) has made him virtually untouchable to criticism in regards to his last two opponents. Make no mistake winning is the most important thing, but how you win should be heavily considered when your next fight is of this magnitude. I think that knock down did something to Fury and taking the two opponents in Schwarz and Wallin (who ended up giving him more than he expected) was not only a move to meet his contractual obligations, but also regain the confidence and swagger needed to sell the fight. Although I think the build up for this fight has left a lot to be desired along with a lackluster undercard, the rematch itself could be a huge hit or a devastating flop to start off the boxing pay per view year.

Come fight night, I’m predicting a electrifying night for the heavyweight division. Both men will come to leave it all in the ring and give us the first of hopefully many matchups worthy of the pay per view platform. Fury will dance and throw is his amazing jab, but must include a more active right hand to maintain the pace and distance needed to guarantee the victory that was taken from him in the first fight. However I believe Wilder takes the next step in his evolution by timing his jab along with Fury’s, force him to be a more stationary target but cutting the ring off and going to the body. I’m not willing to pick the exact round but I do believe will get thru the first six rounds. I do however believe Wilder wins Saturday night by the right hand we know and love, making him undoubtably the best heavyweight in the world and securing the long awaited match up with Anthony Joshua later on this year......

Sincerely Speaking 😎



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Review and Rematch Preview

Nothing like a championship rematch following a controversial decision. Was suppose to have this fight months ago, but a injury for Harrison forced a new date and after catching some of the pre fight cat fighting (yes I know it sells the fight but it’s really something I can do without.) I was more than eager to review/score the first fight to refresh myself on what we have to look forward to.

After scoring the fight 116-113 in favor of Charlo I still have mixed reviews. Harrison who lacked consistent punch output thru out the fight, showed us a lot of the younger Charlo twin that a incresed output could make him a more legit champion in the rematch. Charlo however being more active and landing more than the fair share of hard/accurate punches that should have sent Harrison (a quality fighter that could give anyone at 154lbs a good lesson) back to filling the seats back in his native Detroit where he��s a local fan favorite. The rematch could go either way.

Here’s why.....

Charlo would/should invest in to the body in the early rounds (scored the first three in his favor in part 1). Before the first fight Harrison had zero experience going past 10rds. Harrison showed to be overly defensive but showed he processes the accuracy and power to make Charlo respect him with a increased punch output. Every punch Charlo throws has bad intentions but it takes away his natural speed and creates easy countering opportunities for Harrison. Although I think Harrison lacks the chin to take a healthy diet of Charlo’s clean punches, he showed a high ability of not being in a area where Charlo (who at times looked mechanical) put enough together in a timely fashion that would gives the KO highlight we love from the wronged ex champion.

The only concern I have is that Charlo is so emotional and he’ll be best served to be more relaxed and mindful of Harrison being willing to throw more combinations every time he makes Charlo miss (review rds 4 & 5 where Harrison showed some pop of his own). I believe Charlo boxes early and slams on the gas late but the flaws and psychological edge is their for Harrison to exploit. I’m picking Charlo by late KO but it’s still a 50-50 fight.‬ #MashUpSports #Boxing #BoxingNerdINC #JustMyThoughts #YouAreFreeToDisagree