07-29-2016, 11:36 PM
(07-29-2016, 09:58 PM)tm7 Wrote: Random but surprised Joe's had 20 fights now and never faced another undefeated fighter and almost nobody younger than 30. Would love to have seen him face another young hungry fighter with an 0 to lose. AJ coming but until now I mean
Very true. AJ's competition has been average (what you would expect for a 17 fight novice), but his last 4 opponents have all been undefeated, at least 15-0, 30 years old or under and each has been fought infront of 20,000. That's some great experience dealing with the pressures he'll face in the future. I'm not sure Parkers had that kind of experience and it could definitely play a part in the outcome of the fight. Also, Parker has got quick hands but it's worth considering the age of some of his opponents. Like Meehan was 45, the last guy he fought was 40. These guys could be making him look faster than he actually is.