Is Jaron Ennis prepared for Danny Garcia. Sure. Is he prepared for the most effective junior middleweights on the earth? In all probability. Picture / SHOWTIME
NEXT FIGHTS FOR ENNIS AND BABIC
Hey Doug,
Inform me if I’m leaping the gun right here, however the subsequent fights I’d prefer to see after this weekend are Jaron Ennis vs Danny Garcia and Alan Babic vs Derek Chisora. Assume both of those are makeable? Is Ennis able to step as much as that stage? Finest to you and the household. – Graham, Sonoma
Thanks Graham. I believe Babic vs. Chisora is makeable – finally. Ennis vs. Garcia is, sadly, most likely not makable, regardless that it could be a giant occasion in Philadelphia the place each welterweight contenders are from. I consider (like most followers and media) that Ennis is prepared for a step-up to the world-level that Garcia represents. The Ring Scores Panel has advised that the Editorial Board advance Ennis from No. 7 to No. 5 within the welterweight rankings, which is a sign of the excessive regard the boxing media and trade have of The Ring’s 2020 Prospect of the Yr. He’s 24 years previous with a 28-0 (24) document. There’s no want for him to face gatekeepers anymore.
I like Garcia as his subsequent foe as a result of “Swift” is a battle-tested former champ who isn’t previous (he’s solely 33) and has by no means been stopped. Danny’s a great counterpuncher who may also crack, and whereas Boots is a well-rounded boxer-puncher, he’s offense-minded and could be hit whereas he’s on the assault. So, I’m guessing that Garcia might probably take a look at Boot’s “whiskers” and supply what boxing writers prefer to name “skilled resistance.” However I doubt that Garcia, who’s teased a transfer to 154 kilos in current months, desires to be considered as or arrange as a “Stepping-Stone” opponent for a boxing phenom.
Alen Babic. Picture by Mark Robinson/ Matchroom Boxing
As for Babic, I don’t assume he’s able to step-up to the extent of competitors that Chisora would carry to the ring. The 30-year-old Croatian could also be “Savage” however he’s uncooked and inexperienced, to not point out undersized by trendy heavyweight requirements. Chisora was capable of impose his dimension (in addition to his stress to an extent) on an elite-level complete bundle like Oleksandr Usyk final yr, and he’s nonetheless sturdy and durable sufficient to provide Joseph Parker a tough time. Del Boy wouldn’t must search for Babic, who’s impetuous and slightly wild in his assault and infrequently squares up (the completely shot Eric Molina was capable of land a number of straight rights on him). Simply my opinion, however Babic isn’t prepared for Chisora. He’s solely received 9 fights and he’s but to combat previous 5 rounds. Oh, and Chisora can have 40-50 kilos on Babic.
If The Savage can persistently make 200 kilos with out hassle, I believe he ought to purpose to climb the cruiserweight rankings. But when he desires to be a heavyweight hopeful, he might want to get high quality ROUNDS. Proper now, he’s on the eight-round stage. Earlier than he can advance to the 10- and 12-round stage he must go a high quality eight rounds at the very least a few occasions. I believe 40-year-old Rydell Booker can take him eight, however the Detroit native would possibly field slightly too properly for the present model of Babic. It might be a dangerous matchup. Joe Cusumano, who was simply blasted in a single spherical by Daniel Dubois, is a safer opponent to provide Babic rounds. I like that Cusumano is 6-foot-4 and round 230 kilos, the common dimension of a contemporary heavy. However Joe is an aggressive dude, so that may play into Babic’s heavy fingers. Cussy would give him resistance however most likely not too many rounds. Joey Abell is one other 40-year-old journeyman, however the Minnesota native has dimension (he’s been weighing between 255-260 lately) and a few craft to his recreation, plus he’s a southpaw, so he would possibly be capable of go high quality rounds with Babic. I’d purpose for any individual like Abell subsequent.
Jonathan Rice, a 34-year-old journeyman who went 10 rounds with Efe Ajagba and is coming off a pleasant upset stoppage of prospect Michael Coffie, is a stable alternative for Babic’s subsequent opponent.
Babic says he desires David Allen subsequent, and Allen may be very a lot into that combat, so perhaps that’s the matchup we’ll get subsequent. I prefer it if it occurs. Allen, who would have a giant weight and expertise benefit, is perhaps a bit a lot for Babic at this stage however it could be a rattling good combat.
BIGGER BOOTS
Doug –
Jaron Ennis. One of many “Honor Roll” up-and-comers featured on the April 2020 cowl of The Ring. Artwork by KronkAArt
Is there anybody in The Ring high 10 154 you’d choose Ennis to beat for the time being? – Kevin Key, Duluth, MN
I’d strongly favor Ring champ Jermell Charlo, No. 1 contender (and WBO beltholder) Brian Castano, and No. 3 contender Erislandy Lara to beat Ennis (“for the time being”). Boots is dwell in opposition to the remainder of Ring’s junior middleweight high 10. I’d like to see Ennis tackle Tim Tszyu (No. 6). That might be very, very fascinating. That’s a fair combat in my opinion, and so are matchups with No. 4 Erickson Lubin (resulting from The Hammer’s pace, energy, and method) and No. 7 Sebastian Fundora (due to The Towering Inferno’s freakish peak and attain). However I’d favor Ennis to beat No. 5 Tony Harrison, and Nos. 8-10 (Magomed Korbanov, Carlos Adames, and Sergio Garcia).
SHAKUR STEVENSON, TIM TSZYU, MYTHICAL MATCHUPS
Hey Dougie,
Congrats on the west coast boxing corridor of fame induction. That was nice to see and listen to.
Final couple weeks we received to see what I think about two reverse sides of the boxing spectrum. The start of Mikey’s farewell occasion and the start of Shakur’s popping out occasion. I’m simply comfortable that boxing is again to partying.
Mikey, preserve the IG movies coming.
As for Shakur, how do you assume he fares (after this efficiency clearly), vs every of the 4 princes at 135 (Lopez, Haney, Garcia, Tank)? This would possibly really feel like a legendary matchup(s) query, nevertheless it’s not purported to be. I saved that, the most effective, for final.
What’s your present optimism stage that Crawford bolts to Premiere Boxers Chillin’ (PBC) after this Porter combat? I consider it’s a 8 of 10. I can see PBC establishing Crawford and Spence going through Thurman and Ugas (combine and match besides Bud and Errol) in separate fights to regain some momentum for that combat, then getting them to combat on the finish of 2022. That’s if Spences eye is okay and if Crawford beats Porter. Sure, a greenback and a dream.
Our man Kostya Tszyu’s son Tim, what do you see in his future. Fake you have been managing him, script his subsequent 4-5 fights after Inoue. Embrace location.
I strive my finest to stay an optimistic fan (I bend however don’t break) BUT, Dillian Whyte’s damage…. I’ll depart that there Dougie.
MMs:
@30 – Chris Colbert vs Angel Manfredy
@35 – Bam Bam Rios vs Adrien Broner
@40 – Gatti v Prograis
@47 – Tim Bradley vs Bud Crawford / Judah vs Thurman
@54 – Terry Norris vs Paul Williams
@60 – Pavlik v Triple G / Winky Wright vs Canelo
@Not Bridgerweight – David Tua vs. Andy Ruiz Jr. / Michael Moorer vs Anthony Joshua
Sustain the excellent work. Have an incredible weekend. – RR7 (Twitter – @RollsRod7)
Thanks for the type phrases, RR7. The WCBHOF induction was very particular, partly as a result of my mother and father flew in (together with my sister, her son, and one in every of my youthful brothers) for the glory.
Your legendary matchups:
@30 – Chris Colbert vs Angel Manfredy – Colbert by shut resolution (actually good combat)
@35 – Bam Bam Rios vs Adrien Broner – Rios by shut, perhaps majority resolution (I’m speaking concerning the model of Brandon who might safely make 135, the brute that outjabbed Anthony Peterson, walked down Miguel Acosta, and blasted Urbano Antillon in three rounds)
@40 – Gatti v Prograis – Prograis by shut UD (in a GREAT combat)
@47 – Tim Bradley vs Bud Crawford / Judah vs Thurman – Crawford by shut UD or MD (wonderful combat that begins as a chess match and finally ends up a battle) / Judah by aggressive however clear UD in a high-speed energy boxing exhibition
@54 – Terry Norris vs Paul Williams – Norris by aggressive however clear UD (good boxing match that will get bloody down the stretch)
@60 – Pavlik v Triple G / Winky Wright vs Canelo – Golovkin by shut UD or late TKO (in a brutal battle of attrition) / Canelo by shut perhaps controversial UD or MD (elite-level energy chess match; Winky outjabs and outworks Canelo, who assaults the arms and physique of the southpaw, plus lands the eye-catching head photographs)
@Not Bridgerweight – David Tua vs. Andy Ruiz Jr. / Michael Moorer vs Anthony Joshua – Tua by aggressive however clear UD (in a barnburner) / Joshua by come-from-behind late stoppage (Double M outboxes AJ however makes the identical mistake he made vs. Large George and stands round/squares up an excessive amount of and will get caught)
Final couple weeks we received to see what I think about two reverse sides of the boxing spectrum. The start of Mikey’s farewell occasion and the start of Shakur’s popping out occasion. So far as I’m involved Garcia’s farewell occasion started three years in the past when he left the light-weight division with out preventing Jorge Linares (who REALLY needed that showdown) or Vasiliy Lomachenko. Stevenson’s popping out occasion actually started together with his domination of Joet Gonzalez, who will give any world-class 126- or 130-pounder a tough evening.
Stevenson was too quick, too sharp and too sturdy for Herring to deal with, however can he hold with the light-weight Younger Weapons? Picture by Mikey Williams / Prime Rank
As for Shakur, how do you assume he fares (after this efficiency clearly), vs every of the 4 princes at 135 (Lopez, Haney, Garcia, Tank)? This would possibly really feel like a legendary matchup(s) query, nevertheless it’s not purported to be. I do know. We’ve received all these proficient, undefeated younger weapons in principally the identical weight class, however we don’t know in the event that they’ll ever face one another. How unhappy is that? And a few goof balls surprise why The Ring is specializing in Particular Points. Anyway, I believe Stevenson is all incorrect for Garcia (who is best with quick, aggressive varieties and was dropped onerous by a tall, rangy southpaw in Luke Campbell) and for Haney (who’s a top-level boxer however lacks an inside recreation and world-class energy). I’d favor Stevenson to outpoint each (perhaps cease Garcia late). I consider Stevenson might outbox Davis for at the very least the primary half of the combat, however Tank units such a quick tempo and throws such quick combos that I envision him finally getting in shut and bombing Shakur out (except Stevenson has the ability to harm Davis or at the very least sufficient to earn respect). And I believe Lopez is all incorrect for Stevenson as a result of the Ring champ is a brilliant, quick-twitch counterpuncher with world-class energy. If Lopez can nonetheless healthily make 135 once they share the ring, he’s a menace to Stevenson.
What’s your present optimism stage that Crawford bolts to Premiere Boxers Chillin’ (PBC) after this Porter combat? I consider it’s a 8 of 10. I don’t know to be trustworthy. I do know there was speak of Crawford leaving Prime Rank final yr, however I actually don’t observe that form of information. I’ll listen as soon as a fighter has modified promoters. However in Crawford’s case I don’t know if there’s any assure that he’ll get the opposite PBC welterweight gamers within the ring ought to he beat Porter after which soar ship. Spence couldn’t get Thurman to combat him. It didn’t matter that they have been on the identical facet of the road. We by no means noticed Gary Russell Jr. vs. Leo Santa Cruz when each have been at featherweight. However who is aware of? Possibly Spence is on the stage of his profession the place he’d power the problem if Crawford have been a PBC Participant (offered he’s medically cleared to return to the ring). I do know Ugas would welcome a showdown with Crawford. So who is aware of? Possibly if Al Haymon presents the best bundle of fights and ensures, he can purchase the providers of the Nebraska native. Then once more, Prime Rank has all of these world-class 140 pounders, together with Ring champ and pound-for-pound participant Josh Taylor, to entice Crawford, who might wish to take a web page from Marvin Hagler’s playbook and be the king of the mountain that lighter-weight standouts attempt to climb.
I can see PBC establishing Crawford and Spence going through Thurman and Ugas (combine and match besides Bud and Errol) in separate fights to regain some momentum for that combat, then getting them to combat on the finish of 2022. Hey, out of your lips to God’s ears (and hopefully Al’s too).
That’s if Spences eye is okay and if Crawford beats Porter. Neither is a given.
Tim Tszyu is nearly able to problem for a world title (perhaps the entire belts). Picture by Darren Burns
Our man Kostya Tszyu’s son Tim, what do you see in his future. Fake you have been managing him, script his subsequent 4-5 fights after Inoue. Embrace location. What do I see in Tszyu’s future? A world title shot. Is he prepared? Nearly. I don’t assume it can take 4-5 bouts to get there. Timmy is already the WBO’s No. 1 contender, so it’s solely a matter of time till he’s the necessary for badass beltholder Brian Castano. That’s a troublesome buyer proper there. I wouldn’t go straight to that bull. There’s a great likelihood Castano will get a rematch with Ring champ Jermell Charlo. I’d look ahead to that showdown to occur after which tackle the undisputed champion winner.
Within the meantime, I’d wish to get Tszyu as a lot expertise and publicity as attainable. He’ll get high quality rounds from his subsequent opponent, tough-as-nails Takeshi Inoue. That will probably be good work for him and assist get him prepared for the massive dance, however he’ll have to face some ring savvy too. Inoue doesn’t have that, however veteran Liam Smith does and Beefy confirmed he’s nonetheless a menace together with his current KO of Anthony Fowler. I’d put Tszyu in with Smith after Inoue and I’d do this combat within the UK the place Timmy will probably be uncovered to a special media and reaches one other viewers. If he passes that take a look at (which I might anticipate him to), I’d have him bide his time till there’s an undisputed champ to purpose for. Possibly he might tackle a rugged fringe contender like Brandon Adams within the U.S. whereas he waits. Adams will take him rounds and provides him high quality resistance. If Charlo wins the rematch, I’d have Tim problem him within the U.S. (even in Texas). If Castano wins it, I’d do the whole lot in my energy to carry that title bout to Australia (my man would possibly want the house nation benefit).
BIG VEGAS FIGHT UNDERCARDS
I went to Vegas with my son to see Fury/Wilder (it was a bucket listing merchandise for us) and it was fairly costly. However in my view the cardboard was actually stacked. Now I’m Canelo/Plant and with out the principle occasion I don’t see it as significantly better than a ShoBox card. Am I demonstrating ignorance or bias or are the opposite fights principally filler? – John E.
When Anthony Dirrell vs. Marcos Hernandez is the chief assist, you already know you’re not coping with a high quality undercard. Should you journey to Vegas, achieve this since you consider Canelo-Plant goes to be one thing actually particular. Should you don’t assume the principle occasion will dwell as much as the hype, I counsel staying house and ordering the Showtime PPV.
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