Haye is undoubtedly faster than Vitali. If he comes in absolute tip-top shape, I can see him being able to stay on the outside and outslick Vitali for periods of the fight. Whether he can avoid getting caught flush, and whether he can avoid gassing and getting worn down and KO'd are the big questions.I think if he is to win he would have to get up off the canvas at least once or twice, and not lose heart. The other big variable is Vitali's age and ring rust. I mean, Sam Peter was made for Vitali, slow, plodding, and a punching bag. Haye will be a very different fight for Vitali.
Thats what im thinking...fast, explosive HW's are pretty rare these days and a guy like Haye would offer a much different fights than most opponents.
this is a big fight for both fighters. vitali ...because he has only had one fight up to now and is getting older and may not be able to keep up with haye. and haye....because if vitali if still as good as he was in his prime then he will ko haye with ease. both fighters have jumped into this fight with out any real tests. what the **** am i on about ,that is what makes it so exciting and more boxers should be doing the same instead of ducking and cherrypicking.