A couple of whispers...

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by ipswich express, Dec 18, 2008.


  1. ipswich express

    ipswich express Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Apparently Dawson v Tarver II is being lined up for March 14th. I don't think it's really needed, but they're going to market it that Tarver is the rematch king. Also, Juan Diaz v Juan Manuel Marquez on Febuary 28, in Houston. Luevano-Juarez is on the undercard.
     
  2. Rise Above

    Rise Above IBHOF elector Full Member

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    Not really interested in a Dawson Tarver rematch but will be keen to see JMM Diaz, especially with Luevano Juarez undercard.
     
  3. Marcus

    Marcus Boxing Junkie banned

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    bout time Rocky got his hands on a title.
     
  4. Rise Above

    Rise Above IBHOF elector Full Member

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    You think he can beat Luevano ? I think he has a good chance thats for sure.
     
  5. pecks

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    Not really keen on Dawson/Tarver 2. If Dawson was ever going to lose against Tarver, it would have been in their first fight. The winning margin will be wider for Chad next time around if they go at it.
     
  6. Marcus

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    i think he will flog him, ill take 6 month avatar bets on this fight.
     
  7. Rise Above

    Rise Above IBHOF elector Full Member

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    Thats confidence right there. :yep
     
  8. Bentchassis

    Bentchassis Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Dont want to see Tarver-Dawson again but I bet you I ****ing pay for it anyway. Cant wait for Diaz/JMM two of my favourite fighters and I see this as extremely close match up.
     
  9. Marcus

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    for sure rise above, i know its a while away, but im thinking of the odd already!!
     
  10. Kegsy

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    I really believe Juan Manuel Marquez will beat Juan Diaz comfortably on points...but Luevano-Juarez should be very interesting.
    Im thinkin Juarez just at this stage.

    Not really interested in seeing Dawson hammer old man Tarver for the 2nd time.
    If it rids us of Tarver for good then why not.
     
  11. Rise Above

    Rise Above IBHOF elector Full Member

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    I agree, I just think he will be to good for Diaz. I have a feeling he will avoid Diaz's flurries and counter him all night.
     
  12. perfect jet

    perfect jet Boxing Addict Full Member

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    At 35, and not a true lightweight, it will take a hell of a performance to do that.
     
  13. Bentchassis

    Bentchassis Well-Known Member Full Member

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    That's why this will be closer than people think. The contrast of styles doesnt necessarily work for JMM when up against the naturally bigger guy under so much pressure. Plus JMM's wars are probably slowly taking toll.
     
  14. Jambo

    Jambo Active Member Full Member

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    Exactly. I think a lot of people are severely underestimating Juan Diaz. The guy is a big strong natural 135 pound guy. Totally different fight to taking on a past prime Casamayor.

    I have Diaz as a clear favourite.

    Marquez doesn't possess the movement to beat Diaz, and he won't have the stamina, size or strength to trade with him on the inside.
     
  15. Kegsy

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    Fair enough guys either way it should be a terrific matchup stylistically.

    Im sticking to my guns & saying Marquez to pull away & win a comfortable decision in the end.