David Haye vs. Steve Cunningham

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  1. Smith

    Smith Monzon-like Full Member

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    Absolutely brilliant post which is neither bias nor ignorant.:good
     
  2. nickthegreek

    nickthegreek Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Good post that. Basically said exactly what i was thinking.
     
  3. BigReg

    BigReg Broad Street Bully Full Member

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    Hopefully after he beats Macca, Haye will step up to the plate and take on Cunningham. I like Haye. He has great power, and a lot of heart and determination. Unfortunately, his chin and defense are suspect. USS isn't a big hitter, but he's got good speed and boxing ability. I see him picking apart Haye and becoming the second ever Super Unified Champ.
     
  4. Brickhaus

    Brickhaus Packs the house Full Member

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    :rofl :rofl

    Nobody even knows who the hell Cunningham is in the states.

    IMO, this is all a question of Cunningham's chin and motivation. I have little doubt that Cunningham CAN outbox Haye, if he's properly motivated / trained. I've seen him look lethargic and I've seen him look dynamic. The dynamic Cunningham will take advantage of Haye's low right all night long. He's also good enough defensively to pick off many of Haye's shots, but it only takes one shot from Haye to put someone on ***** street.

    For Cunningham to win, he would need to stay focused, jab and move with great frequency, and fight moving backwards, lobbing counters. He'd still need to be able to take a fair share of shots, because Haye is just quicker than he is.

    I'd lean Haye by late TKO or close decision, but I could see Cunningham pulling off the minor upset.
     
  5. Taylex

    Taylex Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Haye easy win over Cunningham. Who has Cunningham beaten that is world class????