Calzaghe, the refs and judges

If Hopkins should win a disputed decision it still won't really hurt Calzagne's legacy since real fans will know who won.

By the way, it won't be that close at all, Calzagne is far busier & faster, he'll totally outwork & outclass Hopkins.

 

Brilliant attitude from Joe. Not looking for any excuses, just wants to get in the ring against an American in America with an American referee and three American judges. He'll be ready alright!

 

I'm just praying he doesnt break a hand in round 2 or something and has to fight one handed again.

 

Weird, I just watched ODL V. Sturm about 30 seconds ago, literally. ****ing disgusting.

 

I think he's unlikely to do that in this fight. His hands have held up since the Ashira fight which was a while ago now and he doesn't do that much full sparring anymore. Those gloves in the Kessler fight seemed to help also. He's also going to have 7lbs of extra bulk which should help as well. Joe won't need to hit with full power until later in the fight either when he'll try to stop Hopkins.

I'm looking for a controlled first 6 rounds, take the wind out of Hopkins, then step up the pace until the old man is exhausted and take him out late. That would be beautiful and I'd get at least some moneys worth.

 

This fight is a setup. There isn't a single variable that is going to favor Calzaghe here, and for that reason alone I give Hopkins a great chance at winning.

 

Calzaghe is the biggest variable of all and will ultimately be the one to determine the course of the fight. I can also see there being a very pro Calzaghe audience in the crowd, though that didn't help Hatton I guess.

 

I was referring to variable aside from the fighters (location, refereee, judges, etc.). I think hands down with no external influence Calzaghe wins easy.

 

I just hope the ref makes them box and not allow Hopkins to fight like John Ruiz in this one like he did against Winky !

 

:good

 

No doubt the referee will be a shadey ****, and let Mary get away with anything ranging from a sneaky headbutt to a flying kick

The judges will watch the fight through their usual sunglasses:

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But in the end it won't be enough. Against all adversity Joe will stop him with a flurry of slaps when he's so tired he can't walk

 

Calzaghe should not be complaining about the judges. If he thinks the judges and the referee is more of a challenge then he's not to confident of a knockout. He's obviously nervous about coming out of his comfort zone, aka Wales and England. Those words are of a man who knows he has a very tough challenge in front of him come April. And just look at the Manfredo stoppage. Many people had the opinion it was as good as a hometown stoppage. Controversial indeed.

 

Never trust a American judge. Ever. Even if your American.