Saturday Daytime Boxing Spectacular: Sturm-Hearns, Gavin-Lomax, O'Donnell-Watson
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 12:05 PM EST
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Plenty of action this afternoon, so here's a thread where everyone can talk a little boxing before the HBO main course this evening. I will be doing live coverage of the Sturm-Hearns fight on ESPN3.com. All times are EST:
2:30pm, Premiere Sports (UK) / Super Channel 4 (Canada)
Lenny Daws v. Ashley Theophane, John O'Donnell v. Craig Watson II, Tyson Fury v. Marcelo Luiz Nascimento
Daws-Theophane might be the best fight of this Saturday afternoon lot. Daws (21-1-2, 9 KO) will be defending his British 140-pound belt against Theophane (28-4-1, 7 KO), who has spent plenty of time Stateside and has been featured on TV a few times. His best name wins are both debatable majority decisions, over DeMarcus Corley and Delvin Rodriguez. He was probably most impressive in a close, also debatable loss to prospect Danny Garcia a year ago on ESPN2. O'Donnell (24-1, 11 KO) and Watson (19-3, 8 KO) will battle for the vacant British welterweight belt. They first fought in 2009, with O'Donnell taking a split decision victory. Watson is the last guy to beat Matthew Hatton. And you all know big mouth Fury (13-0, 9 KO), who will take on another unbeaten big man, the 6'5" Brazilian slugger Nascimento (13-0, 11 KO). Nascimento's last three fights have not gotten out of the first round, but he's only faced one opponent with any credibility whatsoever. Fury's 13-0 is a lot heavier.
Related: Dave Oakes' previews for Daws-Theophane / Fury-Nascimento and O'Donnell-Watson.
3:00pm, Sky Sports 1 (UK)
Frankie Gavin v. Michael Lomax, Larry Olubamiwo v. John McDermott
Lomax (17-3-1, 2 KO) is a punchless vet and a late sub for Jason Cook. Gavin (8-0, 7 KO) is one of my favorite prospects, and Brick said the other day that Gavin is his favorite prospect, so I guess we can start calling him "Bad Left Hook favorite Frankie Gavin." Olubamiwo (10-1, 9 KO) does absolutely nothing for me, but he's a 6'4", 260-pound heavyweight with some power, so he'll get every chance to make something useful of himself, at least domestically in the UK. It wouldn't shock me if he loses to McDermott (25-7, 16 KO), but my guess is that the matchmakers believe this to be a real opportunity to put a name on Olubamiwo's record. McDermott looked pretty damn worn out in both fights against Tyson Fury, though he was spirited and competitive in both, and has lost four in a row to Fury and Danny Williams. It's been nearly three years since he's had his hand raised in victory.
3:30pm, ESPN3.com (US) and SAT1 (Germany)
Felix Sturm v. Ronald Hearns
Supposedly, Sturm (34-2-1, 14 KO) leaving the evil and loathsome Universum was so that he could, in his early 30s, finally start fighting top opponents. After a year-plus layoff during the split from his old promoters, Sturm fought Giovanni Lorenzo, a perfectly acceptable comeback opponent, and jabbed his way to no-sweat dominance for 12 rounds in Cologne, Germany. The hope was that his next fight would be a bigger name opponent, but no dice. He's back to his old tricks, facing Hearns (26-1, 20 KO) in Stuggart. Hearns is getting a great opportunity, and if he doesn't come into this fight listening to "Lose Yourself" on repeat on his iPod, something's wrong with him. This really might be the only shot he ever gets. He's 32 himself, but with marginal talent and a very late start in the boxing game, but at this point he's a seven-year pro, and he's smart to take the shot. He does have very real natural power -- he's not quite his dad, but there's some dynamite in his right hand. Sturm will be by far the best fighter he's ever faced, with the runner-up being Harry Joe Yorgey, and Yorgey fairly well beat on Hearns en route to a KO-9 in 2009. This is a time where I'll openly admit I'm rooting for the upset. There are several reasons. I'm a huge Tommy Hearns fan. Ronald seems like a nice guy who's doing his best and really hasn't benefitted from any association until now. And as much as I've in the past professed admiration for Sturm's skills, the act has grown tired. Sturm has struggled in what were supposed to be easy fights in the past (Randy Griffin, notably), but fact is he's got a lot more polish than Ronald. It's going to be an uphill battle for Hearns the whole way, and a win for him would have to be a crowd-stunning knockout. The moment would be something else. I don't think he'll win, but I'm rooting for the guy.
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I'd just like to say I love ESPN 3
That is all.
Most people don't know shit about boxing. At all. Period. - Roger Mayweather
by The Kittitas Kid on Feb 19, 2011 1:45 PM EST reply actions
I just wish they’d announce their fight pickups sooner. Or, you know, make the deals earlier.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 2:20 PM EST up reply actions
Sure
But beggers can’t be choosers. Nine months ago we wouldn’t have gotten this or the Klitschko fights or Bute vs. Brinkley at all.
Most people don't know shit about boxing. At all. Period. - Roger Mayweather
by The Kittitas Kid on Feb 19, 2011 3:26 PM EST up reply actions
Gutted the Montiel-Donaire fight isn’t broadcasting over here. Its the sort of fight Premier Sports pledged to pick up from the States, and the fact they’re showing the Fury card, Hearns-Sturm replay and then Witter-Lupo doesn’t really make up for it. Still, I’m excited for the Fury card, and I always enjoy watching Gavin fight.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 2:42 PM EST via mobile reply actions
really looking forward to all of it
Olubamiwo-McDermott first up….
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
McDermott
looks like crap….I heard training had been going well, but clearly not….
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
so is this going to be in a separate thread or staying here?
I hate the Texans
by battle axe of doom on Feb 19, 2011 3:07 PM EST reply actions
…is what going to be in a separate thread?
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 3:21 PM EST up reply actions
i thought you were going to do a rbr for all of these fights in a separate thread. never mind :\
I hate the Texans
by battle axe of doom on Feb 19, 2011 3:32 PM EST up reply actions
Just Sturm-Hearns.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 3:33 PM EST up reply actions
DAMN!!!!
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
ITS ALL OVER!!!!
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
MCDERMOTT WINS BY KO INSIDE FIRST MINUTE
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
The first time his chin was touched
that was the end of that for the big Nigerian :) His knees wobbled after he got clipped, and that was that
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
HEY what do you know! Maybe that’s JUST the sort of awful showing that will get him off of my TV — well, my stream of YOUR TV.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
lol
he was complete rubbish, that big Nigerian…I enjoyed that. I didn’t like his arrogance at all, and it was such comedy to see him wobble when he got clipped.
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
ALLLLLRIIIIIIGHT
Heavyweight four-rounder first up on the Sturm show!
JUST WHAT I WANTED
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
I like the slight sound problems on ESPN3. It’s like autotune.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
I’m watching Watson-O’Donnell. Pretty tight firsdt couple of rounds, but I’ve got Watson edging both. O’Donnell’s defence is just so average, Watson’s getting through pretty regularly with body shots and left hands.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:35 PM EST via mobile reply actions
keep me updated please
I have the sky feed and am multi tasking otherwise…
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
or us, rather ;)
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
This sound is…WAY out of sync.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Or it isn’t — WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON IN GERMANY. STOP SHOUTING AND PLAYING MUSIC.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Much like the first fight, Watson is in charge of these first four rounds. O’Donnell isn’t active enough, and his attempts to counter O’Donnell with a right hook are being blocked every time. O’Donnell’s got a lot of work to do if he’s going to get into this fight, because its all Watson through the fourth.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:39 PM EST via mobile reply actions
*attempts to counter Watson…
McCracken imploring O’Donnell to throw the shots, saying Watson ’can’t handle a pace, he’ll die a death’.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:41 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
This has to be some kind of sound track issue. I mean it has to be.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 3:41 PM EST up reply actions
This is terrible.
Are they having concert during fight or something?
Do We Know Who These Guys Are?
There is no safety in numbers, or in anything else--James Thurber, 1939
thing 1 and thing 2
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 3:51 PM EST up reply actions
Fifth just about to O’Donnell. Landed a couple of decent combinations, but Watson was still pushing him all the way. This is very much in the bag – if O’Donnell keeps letting his hands go, this should be difficult to score down the line.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:46 PM EST via mobile reply actions
*in the balance.
I’m tired.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:47 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
effort appreciated ;)
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Haha no problem. Keep me pinned on Gavin, when he’s on.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:50 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
they're just on the way out now
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Now an easy-ish round for John O’D. He’s claimed the centre of the ring, and while I might have it 58-56 Watson, this is very much swinging John’s way. Pretty good fight so far.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:49 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Holy shit, what a mustache.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Watson comes back to win the 8th – 77-75 Watson. O’Donnell’s swelling up badly over one eye.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 3:57 PM EST via mobile reply actions
87-84 Craig Watson.
O’Donnell’s beginning to be hurt by Watson’s left hand to the body.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:01 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Gavin looks good
shook Lomax in the first
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
107-102 Watson.
O’Donnell’s slowed dramatically since his mid-fight flurry. Watson’s left to the body has really punished him these last couple.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:09 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Lomax did take the fight on ridiculously short notice though
so what Gavin learns is debatable, but fair play to him so far.
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
he's outclassing him
landed 37-9 punches through the first 2 rounds
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
20-18 Gavin
I should do the scoring the right way….lol
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
117-111 Watson
Good fight, not quite the ‘domestic Ward-Gatti’ that the Premier Sports commentator acclaimed it though.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:13 PM EST via mobile reply actions
ah nice...lol
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
honestly
I find the commentary on Gavin a bit nauseating. I would love to see it, but against a guy who had a matter of days notice…
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
I can only imagine. Steve Bunce is on Premier Sports tonight, and he’s actually been pretty good. He’s a bit annoying, but he loves the sport and is so enthusiastic that I can forgive him for his blatant Enzo Maccarinelli bias. I still remember him telling Ola Afolabi that he’d have lost to Enzo if it had been the “real” Enzo. Classic Bunce.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:18 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
I love Buncey
he’s always good for a gem or two in an evening, often unintentional
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
30-27 Gavin
the last round was closer. I’ve seen Gavin’s first three fights, and he’s certainly learned and improved from there. I don’t think he’s that great but hey
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
I love me some Frankie Gavin
Didn’t see this fight, but he has incredible reflexes and all of his other physical attributes are average to above average for a high-level pro. On top of that, he actually seems to have a strong work ethic and be willing to learn and improve. If his chin holds up against bettet fighters, I really think he’s a future pound for pound guy (but I’ve been wrong before – the last two guys I said that about were Danny Jacobs, who’s shown a host of flaws since the early days, and Marvin Sonsona, who just seems to have no heart or motivation).
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"Baseball is played on the field, not on a calculator."
by Brickhaus on Feb 19, 2011 9:40 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
116-113 116-112 117-112 Watson
New British welterweight champion – Craig Watson.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:16 PM EST via mobile reply actions
sounds like O'Donnell didn't throw enough again
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
my stream switched me to Fury-Nascimento
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Basically. Watson really worked him over in the late rounds with the body shots, and O’Donnell wasted so much movement tippy toeing around the ring. Still, Fury up now!
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:20 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
O Donnell is crap
I couldn’t believe he got the decison first time, he needs to go away and work on fighting longer
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
it was 40-36 Gavin
that fight is only going one way, and I think Fury-Nascimento has a lot more intrigue, so I may stick with that if Lomax isn’t gone in a couple of rounds
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Fury looks in much better condition than before he joined forces with Manny Steward.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:21 PM EST via mobile reply actions
he does
but then I though Big John looked like crap, and look what happened there
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
These guys are throwing down, but Fury definitely shook Nascimento up, and he’s now DOWN ON A RIGHT HAND!!
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:23 PM EST via mobile reply actions
DOWN goes Nascimento!!!
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Fury looks like a fatter Klitschko. Manny Steward all over this. Nascimento’s crap, but he’s making Fury look good. 10-8 Fury.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:24 PM EST via mobile reply actions
he did well to make it through the round
they are ‘swinging for the fences’ as they say
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
if one of those Brazilian's punches land
those big agricultural swings, he will take Fury out the ring
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Nascimento keeping up one of the worst guards I’ve ever seen. Almost all of Fury’s punches are getting through, he’s only able to partially deflect them.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:28 PM EST via mobile reply actions
he gave Fury a nice pat on the back at the end of that round too lol
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Nice bloke haha
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:30 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Bunce
’Fury’s had a few fat guys that have fallen over as soon as he’s grinned at them’
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Respect to Nascimento for giving it a go, but you are not going to see a more flawed fighter all year. Not much point to this for Tyson Fury.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:33 PM EST via mobile reply actions
well, at least the guy has very real power
so he has to respect that….Lomax has none at for Gavin to worry about
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
that guard is hysterical
people need to check this out on the tube after, just to see that
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
How on earth did Nascimento take that last right hand?!
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:37 PM EST via mobile reply actions
he has some heart, and a chin too apparently
despite the first round KD
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Really does. He’s no good, but he’s got a serious heart. Stoppage shortly though, methinks.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:40 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
good call ;)
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Fury KO 5
Well, I did say it was coming.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:41 PM EST via mobile reply actions
did indeed
landed on his face
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Put up a real good show though did Nascimento. Big respect. Fury rolls on, looking better and better.
What you thinking for Daws-Theopane?
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:44 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
agreed on both
I heard Theophane was having a bit of trouble with the weight, so I think that might hamper him. I think it’ll be a really good fight though
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Man, Fury is so amusing. He’s an arse, but he’s got serious personality and he’s genuinely not afraid of anyone. Fury-Chisora will see some trash-talking for the ages.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:48 PM EST via mobile reply actions
he does give good interviews lol
I bet they don’t get an interview with Chisora lol
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Chisora thinks he’s God’s gift. Well, he’s not, and he’s going to be KTFO very soon by Wlad!!
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:51 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
+1
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
when I'm the 'Mandatory not the voluntary'
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Fury might end up being what i call a post-hype sleeper
He was way too hyped up early, and that mostly died after the first McDermott fight, but considering his age and how much he improves from fight to fight, he might still actually be the best heavyweight prospect out there. I like Helenius and Pulev as well, but all three guys have enough flaws to give me a lot of pause (Helenius just isn’t fluid at all, Fury can be way too wide open, and I’ve heard questions about Pulev’s heart, plus he just doesn’t seem to be getting any better, unlike the other two).
Bad Left Hook - The SB Nation boxing blog
"Baseball is played on the field, not on a calculator."
by Brickhaus on Feb 19, 2011 9:46 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
I think hooking up with Manny Steward will do him all the good in the world
Will probably get him in much better shape, and make him box long and use that massive frame.
by Sweet science on Feb 20, 2011 7:25 PM EST up reply actions
hmmm
trying to find out. He certainly won, as Lomax didn’t have the power to hurt him, but just what round I don’t know. Struggling stream wise…
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
I’m really looking forward to this fight. Daws’ aggression against Theopane’s trickiness. I’m going with Theopane by decision, but it should be tight.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 4:55 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I like his style
he’s a good fighter. You know they’re all going to be going mad for him there
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
plus
you have to be tough coming from Kilburn. Its not ghetto, but yeah, not the best part of London
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Yep, this crowd is rabid for Theopane and booing the hell out of Daws. Theopane looks like he’s winding Daws up before the fight even starts.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:04 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Sturm fight should start sometime in the next year or so
It’s next at any rate
Bad Left Hook
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yeah was wondering where that went
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Me too – felt like we’d taken hostage!
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:08 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
oh man
Buffer’s autotune-y “ready to rumble” kicked ass
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Really ugly first round. Styles not gelling at all, but Daws is just about getting the best out of this, I’d say.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:07 PM EST via mobile reply actions
agree 10-9 here too
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
see Ashley giving the arrogance in the corner there
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
stUuuUuuUUUUuuuUUUuuuUUuuUuUuUuuUUrrrRRmmmM
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
What the hell? Is that Linkin Park? He just said Felix Sturm is going to “knock that dude’s fucking face off.”
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
looks like Sturm has been watching UFC
KNOCK THAT DUDE’S FUCKIN FACE OFF
LAME NU-METAL
This is an Affliction/Tapout shirt away from total takeover.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Slightly better round to watch. Daws again, for me.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:12 PM EST via mobile reply actions
19-19 here Daws-Theophane for me
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
on the other hand, the light show is pretty spiffy
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
ugh national anthems played on cassette tape with this great sound
Awesome
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"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
It’s been like this all day.
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"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:14 PM EST up reply actions
Sturm’s significant other, I think.
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:16 PM EST up reply actions
Theopane definitely takes the third. Much better round, Theopane stepping things up.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:16 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I know I should ignore it, but when Michael Buffer says “His professional record, an outstanding one” about Ronald Hearns, it just bugs me.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
This is hilairous.
This is Buffer’s new voice from now on.
Now that was not easy to score. 38-38, Daws swelling.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:21 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I have it the same
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Sturm-Hearns R1
I REALLY like Hearns’ trunks — white with blue and trim and a red stripe down the side. Just looks classy and simple and strong. Sturm’s jabs get big ovations. Hearns is throwing but not getting home, really. Both jab. Sturm just throwing his jab, really, but then comes a quick little left hook. Sturm looks like he’s just tighter (in a good way) and better. But Ronald is throwing and looking for openings. When Sturm throws first, though, Ronald fails to come up with much. Little 1-2 at the end of the round by Sturm, but not much on the right as it barely clipped Hearns.
Sturm 10-9
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Turning into a pretty good fight here. Daws’ aggression versus Theopane’s skill. I’ve got Theopane 48-47, but it could really be anything.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:24 PM EST via mobile reply actions
cool, missed that round
in the kitchen…lol hungry
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
post your score in the su
post your score in the subject by the way, makes it easier to keep up with alongside STurm-Hearns for others
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Good call, will do.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:30 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Sturm-Hearns R2
Sturm continues landing the better shots and stays in control of the fight. Commentator references Sturm saying that Marvin Hagler was his hero. That would be like if I said that Shakespeare was my hero. Fuck it, we’ve both written things. Sturm’s guard is keeping Hearns pretty well shut down and his jab is still crisp.
Sturm 10-9
Sturm 20-18
Bad Left Hook
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Bunce has Daws 60-54. He’s on drugs.
Theopane throwing less, but landing the cleaner, more effective punching. Takes the round again. 58-56 Theopane.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:29 PM EST via mobile reply actions
lol
Bunce is not the best scorer…
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Sturm-Hearns R3
Hearns looking a little better this round. But he’s still clearly just not at the level of overall class that Sturm is — Ronald still gets a little wild, a little lazy with his left, Sturm is just far more studied and professional. But Sturm kind of laid back a bit more than he should have this round, and I think Hearns takes it on activity.
Hearns 10-9
Sturm 29-28
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
mario barth
shiatsu black belt
by Shnoobles McShnoobington, Esq. on Feb 19, 2011 5:31 PM EST reply actions
68-65 Theopane
Theopane’s got a really nice rhythm going now. Landed a beautiful left uppercut which made Daws pause. Bunce keeps saying Theopane’s not throwing enough, but the difference in output is really minimal. This is all Theopane, as far as I’m concerned.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:32 PM EST via mobile reply actions
even the comms had to admit that was his best round
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Sturm-Hearns R4
Hearns just cannot get his jab through, and can’t set anything up, and Sturm can get his jab through, but since it’s Sturm he just DOESN’T really set anything up, he just keeps on a-jabbin’. And this is a fine jabbin’ exhibition in round four. Clear Sturm round and Hearns looked helpless at moments.
Sturm 10-9
Sturm 39-37
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
The man's jab IS a thing of beauty.
Singles and doubles all night. Kept Hearns on the back foot, going backward.
But like you say, or perhaps imply, it would be nice to see him put some combos behind it.
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by The Kittitas Kid on Feb 19, 2011 7:50 PM EST up reply actions
Sturm-Dzinziruk would still be interesting, especially if Dzin somehow beats Martinez.
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by Brickhaus on Feb 19, 2011 9:56 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Theopane 78-74
Daws has slowed, and Theopane’s landing the right now too. Lenny then comes back with a nice left to the body, but Theopane’s carrying the pace of the round. Daws comes back into it later on, trying to rough Ashley up, who turns down the glove, and promptly lands a beautiful 1-2. Theopane takes the round again.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:36 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Daws down heaviy in the 9th!!!
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:38 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Sturm-Hearns R5
Hearns really stalking and pressing to start this round, throwing shots everywhere and not getting through through much. Hearns looks like he presses too much on his punches — they’re not totally arm punches, but they’re not crisp. Sturm doesn’t do nearly as much this round, but he still wins it cleanly by landing pretty much all the significant punches. Hearns just can’t do much of anything offensively.
Sturm 10-9
Sturm 49-46
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Hearns landed some decent body punches there – the first 1:30 outweighed Sturm’s jabs down the stretch in my book.
"You can't search me without probable cause Or that proper ammunition they call reasonable suspicion Listen while I bring friction to your whole jurisdiction" - Fugees
His body shots are just so…slappy. Almost limp looking.
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:40 PM EST up reply actions
commentator gives it Sturm despite 1:30 of unanswered punches by Hearns.
"You can't search me without probable cause Or that proper ammunition they call reasonable suspicion Listen while I bring friction to your whole jurisdiction" - Fugees
I didn’t see him land anything of real consequence.
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:40 PM EST up reply actions
They keep showing the same replay of that jab.
Makes me hate strum more.
What a round! Lenny Daws, staggering all over, toughs it out and lands a big right hand. Theopane is blowing now.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:39 PM EST via mobile reply actions
What a round!!!
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Theopane 88-82
Daws down twice, once at the start, again at the end. Theopane totally, totally dominant. Daws came back around the 1:30 stage, but Theopane got his breath back and knocked him down again. Theopane’s fight.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:41 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Sturm-Hearns R6
Sturm taking clear control again and starting to hurt Hearns with well-placed and well-timed shots. He’s totally headhunting and Hearns just can’t stop him. His jab is still by far his best punch, but he’s getting the right hand working behind it. Hearns misses big late, and gets popped for it. Hearns is marking up and just looking beaten halfway in.
Sturm 10-9
Sturm 59-55
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
I’d pay good money to see “Felix Sturm: Masteew Claaaws (of Germany)” – get exposed by Martinez.
"You can't search me without probable cause Or that proper ammunition they call reasonable suspicion Listen while I bring friction to your whole jurisdiction" - Fugees
I would not! I would watch it on TV I already pay for, however.
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:43 PM EST up reply actions
you wouldn’t drop PPV cash to see it?
"You can't search me without probable cause Or that proper ammunition they call reasonable suspicion Listen while I bring friction to your whole jurisdiction" - Fugees
Nope. One of my resolutions in 2011 is to stop spending so much money on shitty boxing
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:44 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
yea, I can imagine that – but Sturm v. Martinez wouldn’t be in the category of shitty boxing, for me anyway.
"You can't search me without probable cause Or that proper ammunition they call reasonable suspicion Listen while I bring friction to your whole jurisdiction" - Fugees
How sure are you of the outcome? That makes it “shitty” to me when it comes to paying extra for it. I’m as sure about the winner of Martinez-Sturm as I am the winner of Adamek-McBride.
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:47 PM EST up reply actions
well – if they fought in Germany as they’d probably have to in order to get “the world champion (of Germany)” in the ring, I’m not 100% sure of the outcome. Martinez would probably need the KO
"You can't search me without probable cause Or that proper ammunition they call reasonable suspicion Listen while I bring friction to your whole jurisdiction" - Fugees
Actually it being in Germany would be the only way I’d actually be interested. I actually do think Martinez would knock him out (he’s just way too dynamic and Sturm is way too basic), but then he really might HAVE to to get the duke. Of course Martinez would be as likely to agree to fight one-handed as he would to fight in Germany.
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:50 PM EST up reply actions
say “actually” more, Scott
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:50 PM EST up reply actions
lol
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Daws just can't see the left uppercut coming
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:43 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Sturm-Hearns R7
Sturm stops Hearns shortly into the round with a big right hand. I like Ronald Hearns, but he does not have it.
Felix Sturm TKO-7
Bad Left Hook
"To the town of Agua Fria rode a stranger one fine day..."
Maybe — he would at least have been better, I’m sure. As is he survives on a right hand, the right matchmaking, and he does have heart. He tried to win this fight, he just didn’t have the tools.
Bad Left Hook
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:48 PM EST up reply actions
Just opened a new beer and moved my daughter into the room to watch with me after the 6th
Then BANG. Best-laid plans, and all that.
Most people don't know shit about boxing. At all. Period. - Roger Mayweather
by The Kittitas Kid on Feb 19, 2011 7:52 PM EST up reply actions
Theopane 98-91
Daws surviving, but he’s way, way behind. Theopane’s got this in the bag.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:45 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I think so too
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
poldi!
shiatsu black belt
by Shnoobles McShnoobington, Esq. on Feb 19, 2011 5:46 PM EST reply actions
Theopane 108-100
Not a big round for Theopane, but Daws’ punches are so slow and he’s really just hanging in there. Theopane wants the knockout; Don Charles warns that Daws will throw ‘the kitchen seek, the toilet, the lot’. McCracken doing the old ‘come on Carl’, just without Carl in there.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:50 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Even Bunce has Theopane up now
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:52 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Theopane 118-108
Lenny Daws somehow puts his hands up as if he’s won, but its Theopane who’s hoisted into the air by his trainer. Good fight to end a pretty good night of action.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:53 PM EST via mobile reply actions
it was a really decent fight
Daws did well to make it to the end, but Theophane boxed really well
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
I should’ve just watched this card.
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by Scott Christ on Feb 19, 2011 5:55 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah it was a really solid card. All good fights, a great knockout – just a fine night of boxing all round.
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:57 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
it really was
good call on Theophane ;) Enjoyed this whole evening a lot. Nice work on the commentary ;)
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
Cheers, I’d always fancied doing a little spot of commentary on some British fights. Nothing on the big man, though! (referring to Scott)
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 6:16 PM EST up reply actions
its properly hard hey!
you appreciate how much so after having a go. He’s just had a lot of practice..lol
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
yeah, you drew the short straw :)
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
New British light-welterweight champion Ashley Theopane
115-112 115-111 115-111 Theopane
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:55 PM EST via mobile reply actions
“A lot of British fans don’t know me, but I’m very talented” – he’s pretty quiet is Ashley Theopane
"Occasionally, there is a boxing match that, in its demonstration of skill, courage, intelligence, hope, seems to redeem the sport - almost. Perhaps boxing has always been a sport in crisis, a sport of crisis."
by Oli Goldstein on Feb 19, 2011 5:58 PM EST via mobile reply actions
hahaha
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘’Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'’ (Bernard Hopkins)
ladies' kickboxing on official sat1 stream now
some half contact world championship, first time on sat1 ran boxen
shiatsu black belt
by Shnoobles McShnoobington, Esq. on Feb 19, 2011 6:13 PM EST reply actions
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