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Any fight fans here? I've been an on-and-off-again fan since I was a kid, currently thrown into the fully "on" position. To me, now seems like an interesting time for boxing. The heavyweights are a large part of that story, but certainly not the only one.
Personally, I think I like Fury's chances better than most. Wilder is so careful with the punches he throws, trying to pinpoint each one of those big power shots, Fury could use that great agility of his for such a big man and actually box, if his pride lets him.
But I think that's what he showed in his recent fight. (I just saw it tonight. Streamed it in the States on Showtime. A little late, I know, but that's just how I watch T.V. these days.) I thought Fury looked good. I think he also showed his willingness to do what he needs to win (and not just that fight he was in) without necessarily looking good doing it.
He looked focused. Nice mobility. Liked the little left hook to the body and the body work in general. On the other hand, Wilder hits really hard with both hands and had his own unconventional defense that seems to work for him most of the time, though there was one fight not too long ago where I thought he left himself hanging open too much. Wish I could remember his opponent, but I thought Wilder looked a bit sloppy in general that fight.
As a side note, any UK fight fans here? I've really been enjoying the recent fights in the UK. Love the energy you guys bring when the mood strikes, which is true of cricket, too. It looks like an exciting time for boxing over there. You guys have some real fighters of all kinds of weights currently, and it's been a blast to watch.
Fury vs. Wilder should be a big fight and a good fight…and a much-needed shot in the arm for the American heavyweights. Joshua is next, whenever he gets done maximizing his cash. Hurry up, we boxing Yanks need you Brits.
Personally, I think I like Fury's chances better than most. Wilder is so careful with the punches he throws, trying to pinpoint each one of those big power shots, Fury could use that great agility of his for such a big man and actually box, if his pride lets him.
But I think that's what he showed in his recent fight. (I just saw it tonight. Streamed it in the States on Showtime. A little late, I know, but that's just how I watch T.V. these days.) I thought Fury looked good. I think he also showed his willingness to do what he needs to win (and not just that fight he was in) without necessarily looking good doing it.
He looked focused. Nice mobility. Liked the little left hook to the body and the body work in general. On the other hand, Wilder hits really hard with both hands and had his own unconventional defense that seems to work for him most of the time, though there was one fight not too long ago where I thought he left himself hanging open too much. Wish I could remember his opponent, but I thought Wilder looked a bit sloppy in general that fight.
As a side note, any UK fight fans here? I've really been enjoying the recent fights in the UK. Love the energy you guys bring when the mood strikes, which is true of cricket, too. It looks like an exciting time for boxing over there. You guys have some real fighters of all kinds of weights currently, and it's been a blast to watch.
Fury vs. Wilder should be a big fight and a good fight…and a much-needed shot in the arm for the American heavyweights. Joshua is next, whenever he gets done maximizing his cash. Hurry up, we boxing Yanks need you Brits.
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