Stevenson VS Kovalev

The Akbar One · Dec 2, 2013

I lean towards Kovalev, due to Stevenson previously showing a dentable chin, but we don't know what type of chin Kovalev has due to his level of opposition, and also having never fought a hard hitting, durable guy. Stevenson will probably land a straight left before Kovalev lands anything of significance. Will Kovalev be able to take it?

drozzy · Dec 2, 2013

Butch Coolidge said: ↑

Bellew drew the roadmap on how to beat Stevenson, Bellew just didn't have the athletic talent to get it done whereas others do. Stevenson definitely is not slicker that Kovalev. Sure Stevenson can move out of the way of incoming punches, but when he does make his evasive action it's with large, noticeable movement that often put him out of position to counter his opponent. Kovalev, on the other hand, makes those subtle moves that if you don't know what to look for, you won't notice them and then he can counter from his preferred distance. That's exactly why if I was training Stevenson, I would do everything possible to keep him away from Kovalev. I also anticipate Stevenson's level of "awesomeness" to take a steep dive in his upcoming fights. He has been exposed.
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You seriously expect Kovalev not to be the aggressor if they fight? Kovalev to fight on the backfoot? GTFOH.

Kovalev will come forward as he should, and Stevenson is a lot more comfortable as a counterpuncher. This is an awesome styles matchup.

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