The let's throw IIunga Makabu under the bus express for losing to Bellew

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by Good Boy Killa, May 24, 2016.


  1. I've made this thread ready for Sunday.

    Of course, Makabu is a boogeyman and has a decent record on paper, like Barroso did, and Charles Martin did, but not that much is known.

    But I've just watch the available footage of Makabu from youtube.

    Bellew has got this.

    Makabu uses upper body movement to put leverage on his shots, but leaves himself square on and is easy to tag. He does well when he's on top but doesn't react well to pressure. Bellew will be able to beat this midget with his jab alone.

    I will bump this Sunday so you can all jump abroad the express.
     
  2. alspacka

    alspacka Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I kinda agree, Bellew is being written off prematurely.
    Goodison Park is his mecca. This is the one for him, he will be super motivated.
     

  3. True, and how will Makabu react to that atmosphere. Charles Martin at the O2 against Joshua's confidence seemed to drain almost completely during his ring walk.

    I think that will be a real acid test of a fighters mental toughness. He basically only ever fought in low key events, wheres Bellew is no stranger to it.
     
  4. technocrato

    technocrato Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Makabu is a beast. RIP Bellew.
     
  5. 10Count_Hero

    10Count_Hero Active Member Full Member

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    Part of me wants Bellew to win. The proud Brit in me likes to see my countrymen do well. The other part wants him to pull a Kevin Mitchell and get stopped in front of his home fans. The guy has 0 redeeming qualities and spews constant verbal diarrhea. I'll sit on the fence for now.
     
  6. CST80

    CST80 De Omnibus Dubitandum Staff Member

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    If you think Makabu is basic YDKSAB.
     
  7. Rock0052

    Rock0052 Loyal Member Full Member

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    I think Makabu is going to destroy him, so Bellew will get full credit from me if he wins. I'd rather give a dude credit for proving me wrong. No need to bash the guy who couldn't beat him just because I picked wrong and don't want to give the winner credit.
     
  8. zulander

    zulander Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Makubu is a tank.
    Hes hasn't fought masses of name fighters but someone broke down is record the other day and its not as terrible as it first looks.

    Bellew is really inaccurate for a wold level fighter and he cant afford to let his emotions get in the way. Makubu looks to have a decent chin and while he's slow he carries more power than Bellew and looks to the more solid thicker set guy. Bellew looks to have some height and possibly reach which could make things interesting. Bellew has to box his problem for me is he never seems that fit.

    I think he boxes he can s****e a close decision. If he brawls hes getting put to sleep.
     
  9. ashishwarrior

    ashishwarrior I'm vital ! Full Member

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    :deal

    He Already stated that euro belt is like my world title
    The man himself knows his level

    Makabu late tko imo
     
  10. Gunboat

    Gunboat Member Full Member

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    Did you just say Charles Martin has a descent record? Not in the slightest.

    Barroso was proven knocking over B-levels and Makabu has slow feet, sure, but one patented uppercut and Bellew's head lands right in Eddie Hearn's lap.
     

  11. You'll have him under the bus sunday night my friend. I hope you report back here to to throw him under too.
     

  12. See ya in here on Sunday pal, if Makabu loses I expect to see you change the word beats to bum.
     

  13. Will you be giving Bellew credit if he pulls it off, or will you be reporting back here to call Makabu a bum?
     
  14. Alcanelo

    Alcanelo The Spider Full Member

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    Makabu could win this with the first punch landed. Adonis destroyed Bellew in 6, Makabu hits twice as hard as Adonis and relies on more than just the left hand like Stevenson does.
     
  15. Bustajay

    Bustajay Feel the Steel/Balls Deep Full Member

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    Bellew will have that "Rocky" movie curse....You show up in a Rocky movie and you lose next fight:deal
    :D