Pawel Wolak on Vanes Martirosyan Talk, Cornelius Bundrage, and Canelo Alvarez

by Scott Christ on Aug 25, 2011 10:21 PM EDT in Boxing News Analysis

Pawel Wolak says he's still focused on Cornelius Bundrage, and hasn't heard about a reported fight with Vanes Martirosyan. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Earlier we discussed a report that a December 3 fight between Pawel Wolak and Vanes Martirosyan was close to done, and agreed to in principle by the camps. Wolak then contacted us to say he'd heard nothing about the fight, and that his focus was still on Cornelius Bundrage..

"I have a list of potential opponents for December 3. Vanes is not and has not been on the list," Wolak told Bad Left Hook. "I like the guy and think he is a pretty good fighter, but I have always said that my sole focus right now is getting Feline Bundrage to back up his bark and get his tail out from between his legs and fight me on December 3 on a big stage for his belt. But so far he has been more of a pretender than a contender."

Bundrage and Wolak have traded a lot of trash talk through various media outlets for the past few weeks. Bundrage, promoted by Don King, last fought on June 25, defeating Sechew Powell in Missouri on the Alexander vs Matthysse card.

Wolak wasn't content to just discuss Bundrage and Martirosyan, though, as he also took aim at WBC titlist Canelo Alvarez.

"I prefer not to be a pawn in the Golden Boy-Top Rank battle. Vanes and I would beat Canelo and they would rather see us beat up each other instead," said Wolak.

"And you wonder why they signed Angulo? Easier to keep him away [from Canelo] that way, I guess. I will take Feline's title one way or the other and then see if Golden Boy will be interested in unifying, which I doubt. Kills me how guys are called champions and their promoters don't let them fight the tough fights. Crazy business but I am just glad I am even talked about."

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Since you seem to be able to get a hold of Pawel, why don’t you make him a guest on BLH radio?

by The Boxer Rebellion on Aug 25, 2011 11:13 PM EDT via iPhone app reply actions

Why don’t YOU make ME a guest on YOUR radio show? (It’s in my plans.)

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by Scott Christ on Aug 25, 2011 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions

Sweet. He’s a perfect guy for the
podcast. Looking forward to it.

by The Boxer Rebellion on Aug 25, 2011 11:23 PM EDT via iPhone app up reply actions

Also, you are welcome on “This Week in Marcos Maidana” anytime.

by The Boxer Rebellion on Aug 25, 2011 11:24 PM EDT via iPhone app up reply actions 1 recs

pawel wolak is a badass

This dude has rocketed up in my favorites list since he fought on that top rank ppv with soto vs antillon

I hate the Texans

by battle axe of doom on Aug 25, 2011 11:31 PM EDT via mobile reply actions

He’ll have more fights like that. Drawing with D-Rod has opened many doors for him now.

by jdoro63 on Aug 26, 2011 11:37 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions

I like Wolak

But honestly, Martirosyan is a much better fight for him than Bundrage. Bundrage is pretty slick, and Wolak is always right there. Vanes, on the other hand, has proven to be susceptible to pressure, which Wolak brings in spades. I mean, Wolak is a lot of fun and I like him a lot, but he’s not exactly a top level fighter. He’s a grinder with a ton of heart who might be able to pull out a big win here or there based on heart and stamina.

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by Brickhaus on Aug 26, 2011 1:58 AM EDT reply actions

In fact, that's probably my favorite kind of fighter

The guy who lacks a ton of physical talent, but makes up for it with heart and the willingness to just work harder and take more punishment than his opponents.

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by Brickhaus on Aug 26, 2011 1:59 AM EDT up reply actions

Serious question to everyone, be honest!

Do you think Wolak could beat Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.?

by jdoro63 on Aug 26, 2011 11:31 AM EDT via mobile reply actions

I think he can, but it’s no slam dunk. Chavez is bigger, and does have skills. I don’t see Pawel going there……he seems to be more focused on the jr middle division.

by DPlainview on Aug 26, 2011 12:59 PM EDT up reply actions