Amir Khan Vs Marcos Maidana Build Up Thread!

Yeah it's wierd. It's also wierd when you think that only 2 of those guy's are still left in the tournament. But back then, who would've thought it?

 

i am starting to believe khan is the premier 140 pounder, and i hope he proves me right.

 

In all seriousness. Khan, if his chin is covered up, will win a good decision.

If he makes a mistake and Maidana takes advantage of it, it could be lights out.

I lean toward a Khan decision(barely)

 

If Bradley wins the close SD, then no I don't think Khan should be warranted that number one spot. Alexander, despite the Kotelnik fight, is a more formidable opponent than Maidana in my opinion.

The only way Khan can leapfrog Bradley, is by facing him in the ring.

 

Khan KO Maidana
Bradley UD Alexander

Khan vs Bradley for 140 kingship

 

he wont leaqpfrog him in the ratings, but in terms of h2h odds i think he would.

most opponents are gonna be more formidable than maidana IMO, he is tailor made for khan. the fact is tho, he is somehow seen as the 4th best fighter in the divison.

 

That's the thing. I don't think Khan's defence is developed enough to withstand a Maidana onslaught. Once Maidana breaks through those defensive barriers, it's a certain KO win for him.

Maidana - late KO/TKO

 

Is it wrong that I'm hoping for some kind of quote about religion just for the laugh?

 

Could happen... really could happen.

I have the impression of Maidana being a really hard puncher because I saw him fight ortiz live. I was in the 6th row. You could hear Maidana's punches landing, it was brutal. I think if he connects it's over, but I think Khan is training to make sure he doesn't connect and he wins on points.

 

H2H odds, then yes, I can see how Khan would emerge as the favourite. But as styles make fights, I won't be paying too much attention on any H2H odds.

 

My real criticism of Amir went away when he signed this fight.

This is the fight to answer all the questions in my mind. If he weathers the Maidana storm, 140lbs is his to own.

 

You know Alexander will say something. Ah, come on Laz, just post it