Rafael Espinoza vs Bruce Carrington

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  1. Flo_Raiden

    Flo_Raiden Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    This seems to be a likely future match up should Bruce Carrington get a title shot against a champion. Do you think Shu Shu has a decent chance against a physical freak like Espinoza?
     
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    Dorrian_Grey It came to me in a dream Full Member

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    Espinoza breaks him down with his volume. Haven’t bought into the hype yet with Shu Shu, just don’t see it personally.
     
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    Unless Shu Shu can hurt him and stop him he’s getting beat down.
     
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    Shu Shu gets the Poo Poo beaten out of him.
     
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    I think this would be a good fight. Shu Shu looks to have the calm and discipline to withstand an assault, how often remains to be seen. Espinoza seems quite easy to hit on the other hand, and Shu Shu is a sharp shooter. It will come down to whether Shu Shu can hurt him, if not then its going to be a long night for him.

    I rate Robeisy high, the fact that Espinoza beat him and showed true grit in that fight makes me think that Shu Shu will be in for a shock. Like being introduced to a new level that he isn’t ready for or maybe himself will never reach. We shall see
     
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    ellerbe Loyal Member Full Member

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    Robeisy > Shu Shu, maybe Shu Shu is the goods but I don’t see it yet.
     
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    Flo_Raiden Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    It’s mad Shu Shu STILL hasn’t stepped up in comp or had a title shot since this thread got made.

    Also I thought Segawa beat Shu Shu. He might have a few good rounds against Espinoza but eventually the pressure will break him.
     
  9. Ted Spoon

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    Featherweight needs to get its act together. All the top guys should be mixing it.
     
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    They gotta make this fight happen this year now that they're both title holders. Especially while they’re still in their primes. That’s an exciting match up that can potentially turn into a firefight and end by knockout. Make it happen Turki.
     
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  11. Ted Spoon

    Ted Spoon Boxing Addict Full Member

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    We've got four belt holders at 126 and not one unification is scheduled. Fair enough, Carrington just got his strap. Ball fighting Figueroa, whilst it might be fun, wasn't asked for...or deserved. Espinoza vs. Leo should be announced tomorrow.

    Seems like they're all just using their straps as Monster bait. Meanwhile, Inoue will be taking a real risk against Nakatani.
     
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    Carrington really impressed me with the way he handled and stopped Castro. Espinoza is a different beast though, his size and range would be a problem for Shu Shu who would have to take a dangerous risk to get on the inside to land his big shots. It's an intriguing fight but I'd favor Espinoza in this one.
     
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    NoNeck Pugilist Specialist

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    Carrington is good but Espinoza is better. Robeisy is also good.
     
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    No one can beat Espinoza at 126 lbs currently.
     
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    Don't forget Dayan Gonzalez, Luis Nery, Angelo Leo, Sam Goodman, Elijah Pierce, Kyonosuke Kameda, Ra'eese Aleem I think it's the second tier of the category with Robeisy Ramirez and Bruce Carrington.