George Chuvalo v Alexander Povetkin

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  1. McGrain

    McGrain Diamond Dog Staff Member

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    Who you got?

    Chuvalo, one of the most durable in history, great stamina too, not just a catcher, six feet flat by Boxrec, 71" reach and probably 10-15lbs lighter than Povetkin on the night prime-for-prime.

    Povetkin is 6'2 with a 75" reach, bit heavier, brings strong pressure with some technical surety.

    What's the outcome here, how and why?
     
  2. Big Ukrainian

    Big Ukrainian Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Povetkin wins. By the way, Sasha has 71'' reach, too (though he's listed now as 75", that's incorrect).

    In the Takam weigh-in there was a big difference between length of arms (and Takam has 76" reach).
     
  3. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    Povetkin should win a clear decision.
     
  4. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Povetkin comfortably if he's in fighting shape, mentally and physically. Limited brawling types have troubled an unprepared Sashsa before.