Both destroy Escadon. King Tug in 3. Russell jr in 7 prior to his last win over Jojo Diaz. King Tug has over 3 inches height advantage over Russell Jr. Is the Mongolian GGG ready. Who takes this?
Tug would be vulnerable early, but if he can weather the early flurries, I think he could take over and stop Russell in the late rounds, but damn Tug will need to be careful.
I think Tug is stronger than Russell and even with not many fights under his belt is a strong contender and has passed a few adversity in the way. 2 more fights and my pick is Tug. I even think he might be ready now.
Tug's got three inches on Russell Jr, but don't forget that Rusell has fast hands too. Russell's no stranger to tough customers after all, and if King Tug mixes it up with him he's not assured of a happy ending. Personally, I'd hate to see Tug exposed as some kind of hype job. Additionally, Rusell may choose to milk his belt for a while and not face him.
At present you are probably right. Despite sent down a few time by well timed right hand, tug seems to have a good chin. He always get up clear eyes and pissed. Will all the speed, Russel can be hit. I think if Tug catch him once, it could be over.
Timing is speeds kryptonite. Russell can indeed be hit, and his chin is a little questionable because we haven't seen him in with a big puncher like Tug as of yet, but Russell has a good amount of pro experience and if the fight gets tough, I think that can be the edge Russell needs.
