He is in a tough position because he is so good the top contenders have so much to lose they are afraid to fight him because they know who he is they know how good he is. But one day he will become World Champion there is no doubt in my mind. He has all the tools and talent to be one of the best in boxing.
The powers that be in boxing do not want Beterbiev to fight, they appear to be sabotaging his career. Could it be because he is Eastern European?
Is he any closer to getting a title shot because he's probably in his prime years now? I can't really see Stevenson or Ward taking a risk against him so it could be at least a couple of years before Beterbiev gets a chance.
I really enjoyed watching this guys fights on youtube. He is imo very exciting to watch. I like many things about him, one of which is how he rips free so often when dudes are trying to man handle or clinch him. He has a no nonsense approach that is entertaining. I hope he goes far after he clears his management crap.
From what I remember he has a little too much windup on his right hand, but if I'm mistaken, please correct me. Either way, I wish we could see this guy fight more because he's great TV.
....So Ward will sign with Top Rank. A fight beterbiev vs. Ward? I doubt. I do not understand Top Rank ..
He is fighting an eliminator in October on ESPN against Koelling and the site's resident know it all Intentionallbuttplug referred to Beterbiev as the "LHW Abdusalamov'.
Most folks on this forum years ago would have bet their left testicle that he'd already be one by now.
Beterbiev has been way too inactive..........................he can fight, no doubt, but he needs a break..................he needs to fight often. I am so afraid that his time has been wasted to the extent that he might never be as good as he could have been. Time will tell, but time is the problem.......................he is almost out of time.............