09-14-2017, 11:15 PM
(09-14-2017, 10:02 PM)Veritas Wrote:(09-14-2017, 07:23 PM)Westywarrior Wrote: Now that the Furys have bought their own ref it changes everything, 12 rounds of jab n grab coming up.
Hughies firmed to $2.05 on the Tab.
To win by decision is still $2.75 .. could be worth a bet at that money.
I think that Hughies mud , but the Furys are proving to be world class shysters
And Parker to win by decision at $4 is the interesting price. Bookies suggesting that's unlikely...
The noise and distractions will amp up now in what will prove to be a bitter last week heading into this title defense. My concern is that Joseph may be easily offended.. as I have no doubt that insults are about to fly.. in an attempt to get under Joe's skin.
This is a very difficult fight for Joe.. now made much more so with the appointment of a 'home' ref.
It always concerns me when a boxer states he will win by KO as usually this only eventuates when there is a significant gulf between fighters. Many of Joseph's earlier opponents spring to mind. It's not the case in this fight. Hughie possess an awkward, back foot leaning style and moves laterally pretty well with it to boot.. making him difficult to hit. He will not be stationary for a second.
Yes, Joseph is stronger, faster, more experienced and the current WBO Champ but fights are all about styles, skill sets. If Joe goes out from the opening round seeking to send Hughie into the third row then, it won't happen. However, if he sticks to the center of the ring and boxes out the first few rounds he may entice Hughie to engage and throw some bombs of his own. Then, a Parker KO is possible as his power and speed prevail in the exchanges.
This fight is a real test of Joseph's boxing skills and his boxing maturity and we will certainly know where he's at come Sunday afternoon.
V.
Joe has to keep the fight at mid range.
I think up close and from distance Fury will have the advantage in both those areas but at that mid range, where it's all about clean punching, that's all Parker.
Claim the center of the ring and don't get pushed out or drawn forward, imo if he does that the fight is his.