Hiroyuki Ebihara v Johnny Tapia

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Eye of Timaeus, Jan 10, 2020.


  1. Eye of Timaeus

    Eye of Timaeus Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I'm going with Ebihara on points. Thoughts?
     
  2. roughdiamond

    roughdiamond Ridin' the rails... Full Member

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    I'd agree.

    I love Tapia, but he had much trouble with southpaws stylistically, and Ebihara is one of the best southpaws around this weight. Tapia had massive trouble with Ayala (though I thought he won twice) who was clearly a class below him ability wise (and Tatsuyoshi comprehensively outboxed and outfought Ayala, as a comparison).
    Ebihara also has the power advantage too, and proved his worth against high class boxers like Kingpetch.

    I'd expect Ebihara to win a tough decision win against the brilliant moving, always game Mi Vida Loca.
     
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