Tua vs Arreola Oct. 18

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by diehard, Jul 18, 2008.


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  1. DamonD

    DamonD Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Let's just hope this happens, I'm still uncertain about it all.
     
    DamonD, Jul 22, 2008
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  2. AG11

    AG11 LETS GO COTTO! Full Member

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    Really surprised Tua took this fight. It seems over the past few years anytime a good opponent was mentioned he wouldn't take the fight or say he needed a tune up. Either way...good for Tua for stepping up against a young hungry guy. Great test for Arreola.
     
    AG11, Jul 22, 2008
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  3. Kiwi_in_America

    Kiwi_in_America The Tuaminator Full Member

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    We await the official announcement....
     
    Kiwi_in_America, Jul 22, 2008
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  4. diehard

    diehard Active Member Full Member

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    Tua said when he started his comeback that he wanted 7 fights before he stepped up, in order to do this right. It's been 7 fights, and he's stepping up. By right, he means learning how to box, getting in shape, and not depending on ko'ing guys with his left hook only.
     
    diehard, Jul 22, 2008
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  5. Loufatski

    Loufatski Boxing Junkie banned

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    Tua never shined except his KO against Ruiz. He couldn't do a thing to Lewis. Tua is old now so I'm not sure how a good a test it will be.
     
    Loufatski, Jul 22, 2008
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  6. Farmboxer

    Farmboxer VIP Member Full Member

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    Arreola has shown a good chin. I think he should box Tua, but it's a dangerous fight for anyone. Tua could get lucky. I think Arreola will pull this fight out though.
     
    Farmboxer, Jul 22, 2008
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  7. diehard

    diehard Active Member Full Member

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    Old at 35? What he's been is inactive. Tua shined against Maskaev, Ruiz, Moorer, Oquendo, Ruiz. He's only lost 3X. LL, Byrd were belt holders. Ike was, well Ike.
     
    diehard, Jul 22, 2008
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  8. Kiwi_in_America

    Kiwi_in_America The Tuaminator Full Member

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    You're right Diehard.

    Tua is not old at 35.

    Thinking optimistically - he has preserved himself well for this time - having
    fought no harsh slugfests really for 5 years.

    Yes - he has preserved himself and now it is time to unleash

    We live in hope and expectation
     
    Kiwi_in_America, Jul 23, 2008
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  9. Monticello

    Monticello Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Cool, I will go with Chris by late knockout or wide decision.
     
    Monticello, Jul 23, 2008
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  10. Kiwi_in_America

    Kiwi_in_America The Tuaminator Full Member

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    I say TUA by KO!!!!
     
    Kiwi_in_America, Jul 23, 2008
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  11. Heavyrighthand

    Heavyrighthand Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Yes, once Tua unleashes a shot that nails Arreola's chin with the force of Thor's mighty hammer coming down upon and splitting the earth, he'll crumble like a sack of potatoes.........

    Tua by brutal and dramatic KO.:good
     
    Heavyrighthand, Jul 24, 2008
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  12. The Italarican

    The Italarican Pretty Good Poster Full Member

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    I'll believe it when I see it. Tua's been mentioned in so many fights that didn't pan out over the past 6-7 years it's crazy.
     
    The Italarican, Jul 24, 2008
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  13. emanuel_augustus

    emanuel_augustus Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Arreola mentioned both Tua and Barrett as possible opponents. Who knows how far this fight is from actually being made.
     
    emanuel_augustus, Jul 24, 2008
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  14. gottagivafight

    gottagivafight When you least expect it, expect it!!! banned Full Member

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    Tua lands that Satan-Strong Left Hook in the right spot...well, you all know what happens then. He's gonna have to though. This is gonna be a true cardio exam for the bigboy.
     
    gottagivafight, Jul 24, 2008
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  15. gottagivafight

    gottagivafight When you least expect it, expect it!!! banned Full Member

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    And yeah, it is long overdue to feel eager to see a heavyweight bout. It's been a while.
     
    gottagivafight, Jul 24, 2008
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