Vitali Could Replace Wladimir Against David Haye
by Scott Christ on Mar 23, 2011 6:24 PM EDT
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With Wladimir Klitschko still a bit uneasy about fighting soon after having called off two fights with Dereck Chisora in December and April, word is out from the UK that Vitali Klitschko could step in and fight David Haye in late June or early July if Wladimir isn't ready.
From Sky and BBC:
"I'm still recovering after my injury and in a couple of weeks I will be fit and ready for the preparations."
However, the back-up plan is still on the agenda as he added: "If I can't perform then my brother will step in the ring because he's been in this division a very long time."
Those who remain highly skeptical will have a new reason to stay that way, as I can already imagine that unless this is a contractual requirement, Haye could balk at having to fight Vitali, when he signed to fight Wladimir. They're different fighters. Haye has in the past had fights lined up with both brothers. He pulled out of a signed deal with Wladimir after Setanta Sports went under, and bailed on a thought to be done fight with Vitali to instead fight Nikolai Valuev.
UK outlets are also still buying into the idea that Haye will indeed retire from boxing when he turns 30 in October, but speaking of skeptical, count me in there. If he were to retire without fighting one of the Klitschko brothers, it would essentially be like he never really fought, as successful as he's been. What would we remember?
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Don't think haye fights vitali 1st
Haye definitely likes his chances against wlad because he thinks once he gets through, it’s near over. He knows vitali has it in him to last 12 rounds and that doesn’t suit haye. If wlad’s not available I don’t think the June/July date happens.
by uksb on Mar 23, 2011 6:50 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
This is getting closer to Pacquiao-Mayweather by the day, where I don’t believe either of them REALLY want the fight, but they both want all that money. If only they could get it and not have to risk anything!
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by Scott Christ on Mar 23, 2011 7:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Speaking of which, D. Rafael is reporting that Mayweather supposedly priced himself out of a third secretive round of negotiations… 100 million dollars
I will not buy any PPV promoted by Bob Arum.
This.^
Vitali is much more durable, and I doubt Haye’s chin would hold up.
War Klitchko, show him up.
Betting against Hendo was not a wise decision I should’ve listened to Puck Head whose MMA intelligence is obviously superior to mine.
I’ll remember how cool he looked after his fight with Harrison. I mean, who else could look like they weren’t in a Heavyweight fight IMMEDIATELY following a Heavyweight fight???
by glatin1982 on Mar 23, 2011 11:24 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
This is absurd
The is boxing. Not WWE.
Seconds are supposed to get out of the ring and the principles square off. Haye signed to fight Vladimir….and now Vladimir designates his big brother to replace him! That is exactly the BS that has fueled my distain for the K Bros reign. The history of the heavyweight title demands one champion. Not a tag team.
If they don’t want to fight each other, fine. Then one should step aside. Let him make money but don’t accept a strap. The strap should go to the winner of a match between two men, not three.
This whole situation makes me sick. Call me when these two retire. I’m done with them both.
Call me when Stalin takes over. Then well see a real war.
BTW, don’t get sassy with your remarks. My brother will kick your ass.
"Silence is golden when you can't think of a good answer"
---- Muhammed Ali
If they don’t want to fight each other, fine. Then one should step aside. Let him make money but don’t accept a strap.
You have really got to stop taking these stupid belts seriously, pakin. They’ll be the death of your patience with boxing. They mean nothing. They’ve meant nothing for years. Their legacy is not going to be restored. Come to the light.
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by Scott Christ on Mar 24, 2011 1:42 AM EDT up reply actions
You're right, Scott. I should just let it go.
Every time I see a streakog light from deep within the darkness, It shifts ever so slightly…and it’s gone.
"Silence is golden when you can't think of a good answer"
---- Muhammed Ali
I honestly can’t say enough how much I wouldn’t blame Haye for telling them to kiss his ass if they try to pull the ol’ Killer Bees switcheroo on him with this. Something really stinks about this whole ordeal, and it’s coming from Camp Klitschko this time.
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by Scott Christ on Mar 24, 2011 9:05 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah
But I desperatly want Haye to fight one of them. Either one. Forget the fucking politics.
by Sweet science on Mar 24, 2011 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions
For what I know, the switch is a contractural requirement in case that WK doesn`t appear medically fit for the fight. Haye could back out if the switch isn`t announced timely.
If it’s in the contract that Haye signed, then fine, live up to the agreement.
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by Scott Christ on Mar 24, 2011 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions
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