Joe Calzaghe Vs Michael Watson - Supermiddle Classic?

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  1. Fergy

    Fergy Walking Dead Full Member

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    I think it's possible. Watson had so much fire in his tragic Supermiddle clash with CE, this could easily be Calzaghe s hardest fight at the weight.
    Would LOVE to have seen this.

    Thoughts?
     
  2. DS Phil Hunter

    DS Phil Hunter Active Member Full Member

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    I reckon Michael Watson would be durable enough to overcome Joe Calzaghe he would have an advantage with his strength it may take him 3-4 rounds to time his punches against Calzaghe and his southpaw speed and rhythm but Watson would be astute and sharp enough to take an overall decision.
     
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  3. BCS8

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    Still Calzaghe.
     
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  4. AwardedSteak863

    AwardedSteak863 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Calzaghe wins with his handspeed and volume. Watson was a solid guy but I like the Calzaghe in this one.
     
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  5. Fergy

    Fergy Walking Dead Full Member

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    I think Watson would put him under intense attack and give even hurt him.
    But it's a close run thing and wouldn't be surprised to see Joe get the split decision win.
     
  6. Stevie G

    Stevie G Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I reckon it would be a really close one and would more than likely come down to a split decision win,as you say Fergie. Good thread mate.
     
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  7. Fergy

    Fergy Walking Dead Full Member

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    Cheers Stevie.
     
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  8. Noel857

    Noel857 I Am Duran Full Member

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    Great match up Fergie, would have to go Calzaghe on points something like 116 - 112 or 115 - 113
     
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  9. Mod-Mania

    Mod-Mania Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Calzaghe UD.
     
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  10. Phil_Ivey_76

    Phil_Ivey_76 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Calzaghe ON POINTS
     
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  11. Jel

    Jel Obsessive list maker Full Member

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    Yeah, agree that Calzaghe would probably edge this in a really tough fight.

    And, yeah, also agree it would likely be a classic.
     
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  12. thistle

    thistle Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I might favour Watson here, who is defo a H2H British Great!

    Calzaghe proved he is tough, hard and awkward enough for most any fighters in & around his divisions,

    however it has to be Peak 4 Peak in these fantasy match ups, and the 1st Class Skilled Beautiful Boxer that is Michael Watson, could surely out point "No Ordinary" Joe and many others too.
     
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