Bivol vs Michalczewski

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  1. Xplosive

    Xplosive Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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  2. mr. magoo

    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Very good question. Both men were well proven light heavy’s. Both durable and highly skilled. DM had more power. My guess is this goes the distance resulting in a close decision. Not sure who takes it
     
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  3. Devon

    Devon Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Bivol introduces him to levels.
     
  4. themaster458

    themaster458 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I think Bivol outboxes him without too much issues. Beterbiev is a stronger more technical version of Michalczewski with much better defense and Bivol handled him. I think Michalczewski in comparison would be a much easier fight but he handles him with a competitive but wide 8-4 type decision.
     
  5. Flo_Raiden

    Flo_Raiden Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Bivol most likely wins via decision win but it won't be easy by any means.
     
  6. m.s.

    m.s. Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    You can also say that Michalczewki in his prime " like when he fought and destroyed Hill" is like a more powerful version of Bivol.
     
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  7. Xplosive

    Xplosive Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I dont think that's accurate at all.

    Yes, DM had a lot more power, but even in his prime he wasn't as fluid or slick as Bivol.
     
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  8. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Bivol decision is hte most likely outcome IMO.
     
  9. slash

    slash Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Bivol runs circles around him. But didn't Jones Jr. avoid him, Michalewski? Or not? Been so long ago.. one quarter of a century ago, believe it or not.
     
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  10. m.s.

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    I agree, Bivol is more nimble than Michalczewki and would likely win between the two, but Michalczewki's jab is bad ass! One of the best and most powerful jabs I've ever seen! Have you seen Michalczewki vs Hill lately? Once he gets his jab on track, he is devastating.
     
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  11. m.s.

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    He was Roy Jones boogie man! I think Jones would have won most likely, but he was a true challenge for Roy!