Bravo Bravo, Vitali Klitschko

As predicted, Vitali Klitschko successfully defended his title against Kevin Johnson, who deserve loads of credit for going 12 rounds against the Ukrainian powerhouse. Klitschko was awarded a unanimous decision with 2 judges scoring it 120-108 and the other 119-109.

It went as expected, with Vitali dominating from start to finish and giving problems to Kevin troughout. Johnson couldn't deal with the bigger and more powerful Klitschko and was on the defensive most of the match. He took some beating but was constantly taunting Vitali, sending a message that he's still standing.

Johnson Verdict

Credit to this guy for going all the way to the final round. I honestly thought he wont make it through the the 9th but he showed great character and lasted till the final bell. He needs to get more fights under his belt before thinking of challenging fighters like Klitschko. He's 30 and could still get a title, but hard work is needed over here. Less trash talking would also benefit him too.

Vitali Verdict

I though he was only on 4th gear throughout the fight and could have stepped up a if he wanted to. There has been a few names thrown around for his next fight ( Solis, Boystov and Adamek) but they may fall to the Doctor anyways. I guess the only superfight worth pursuing would be against David Haye. Whatever happens, he has already cemented himself as a boxing great and it looks like the domination of the Klitschko Brothers will continue unopposed after all.

Vitali Klitschko Vs Kevin Johnson (Full Match)

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Part 4 (Final)

Noob Guide: Stance

So you figured out what style you gonna adopt, now lets see which stance are you.

The Orthodox

Right handed boxers who put their left foot and fist out and keeps the right ones in. They jab with their left and delivers power punches and uppercuts with the stronger right. Most modern day boxers are perfecting their left hand as well, to counter the threat of the other stance. The video below is from the Lewis Vs. Holyfield fight whereby both fighters are Orthodox. See how they stand, lead-in, move-out, jab and punch as Orthodox.



The Southpaw

The exact mirror image of an Orthodox, where left handed boxers stand with their right foot & hand out. They jab with the right and deliver power punches and uppercuts with the left. The video below is from the Pacquiao Vs. Barrera fight. See how Manny Pacquiao (red trunks), a southpaw fighter stands, lead-in, move-out, jab and punch as a Southpaw fighter



Can you do both?

Yes you can and it has already been adopted by a few boxers to counter the threat of the southpaw and take advantage when facing orthodox fighters. In the video below, you will see Miguel Cotto (Black with white trunks) who starts as an Orthodox, switches to southpaw (1:27 into the video),and switches back to orthodox (1:45 into the video)

Vitali Klitschko Vs. Kevin Johnson: Pre Match Analysis

I'm not a pretty big fan of the heavyweight scene. Since Tyson's days were numbered, I just lost interest and moved to the lower weight classes. Then came the Klitschko Brothers. Now these behemoths have single handedly dominated the heavyweight boxing scene with such ridiculous power, I honestly thought no one could topple them, or is there? Saturday sees Kevin Johnson take on Vitali for the WBC Heavyweight title. So can Johnson finally end the reign of the Ukrainian powerhouse, or will he end up on a wall, along with everyone else who has dared to face DR. Iron Fist?

Lets give credit to Kevin for his guts in taking this fight. Not many fighters would want to go head to head with Vitali so bravo to Kevin for your courage, you got balls man! I'll also side with him on speed as I think he is the niftier of the two and has quick punch combos going on. He is also the younger guy but thats where it all ends. Vitali is superior in strength, power, stamina, vision, wisdom, technique, skills and has experience. What the hell were you thinking Kevin? I mean this is an absolute no-brainer. Before you say "wait a minute maybe we are about to see an upset victory here" let me bring you back to reality. Johnson has never faced a fighter with the qualities that Vitali possess let alone trying to beat him. The question for this fight should be "how long can Kevin last" and not "can he pull an upset".

I see him starting fast though, weaving in and out trying to outbox Vitaly, and get some power shots in. That will eventually fail and the Ukrainian monster will then dish out a murder-esque beating on Johnson and test the referee's resolve on when he will finally stop the fight

Prediction

I see Vitaliy powering himself to a successful defense of his world title with a KO in the 8th or 9th

Vitaly Klitschko Highlights

13-03-2010

Mark this date in your calenders, diaries, Pda's & laptops people coz its a date you should not forget. This date will bare witness to the greatest fight of the decade and potentially in the history of boxing. it has been compared to Ali Vs. Frazier, Ali Vs. Foreman & De La Hoya Vs. Trinidad, and is set to break every financial record that exist in boxing history. The American Dream will finally go head to head, fist to face against the Fighting Pride of the Philippines. The questions that has been frequently asked, will finally be answered.

MANNY PACQUIAO VS FLOYD MAYWEATHER JR.

Long Live King Khan!!

What an exceptional performance by Khan. He knocked Salita down 10 seconds in with his first and second punch ( a left straight and a right hook) of the fight, knocked him down again 36 seconds later and ended the fight with a KO victory within 72 seconds of the first round. That is as good as it gets. Salita had no chance to do anything at all. He was destroyed, annihilated, obliterated with such speed and precision from Khan. Khan just couldn't miss him, connecting with powerful shots at ease.

This kid has a very bright future, and I tip him to shine in Las Vegas, which shouldn't be too far away.

To Salita, you seriously need to figure yourself out. You boasted a record of no defeat and yet you were out in the first round. The world of boxing is very tough and unless you make a convincing comeback, your future in the ring looks bleak

Khan VS Salita (Khan wins via 1st round KO)

Rematch? More Like Retirement

It was billed as the ultimate rematch between two boxing greats. 40yr old Roy Jones Jr. & 44yr old Bernard Hopkins thought they had it all planned. Have a "prep" fight and then square off against each other to finally determine who the better fighter is. Hopkins, who had a 1 year layoff executed his plan perfectly, winning the match via a dominating unanimous decision against Enrique Ornelas (I was expecting him to get a KO). Jones Jr. on the other hand, an active boxer thus far got executed in the first round against IBO cruiserweight Aussie champion, Danny Green via TKO. So how did the "Fighter Of The Decade " get humiliated so badly?

Lets face it. RJJ is not improving with age. Unlike Hopkins who is, RJJ has lost some of his speed and instead of boxing with his experience (adopt a more technical, strategic & defensive approach) he tried to use the same techniques that made him a legend. Just not gonna work buddy. Physically he just doesn't have it anymore. The agility that made him great has gone, his amazing footwork that made him unpredictable has slowed down and his body has ran its course. He no longer strikes fear into opponents nor will he win any mind games.

Roy Jones Jr., you a truly a boxing superstar but I believe that it is best if you retire from boxing. You have already cemented your name in history and there is nothing more for you to prove or achieve. Before you get hospitalized, take the wise road and leave while your head is still held high.

Danny Green Vs. Roy Jones Jr. (Green wins via 1st round TKO)



Roy Jones Jr. Career Highlights

Roach Wants Pacquiao to get an 8th title against Foreman

My my my. Is the sky really the limit? or did Freddie Roach tore it up and went higher. Buoyed by the success of his superstar protege, Freddie Roach has come out flaring saying that the Pacman's' penultimate fight will see him up his weight to 154lbs and challenge Yuri Foreman for his title.

"Yuri Foreman might be the opponent. It is a possibility, and then Mayweather in September. If they guarantee me that, we'll do that, but I need more of a commitment from Mayweather because he's not negotiating too well," Roach told the British press.

I guess it does make sense, both financially and reputation wise. Mayweather does not want to fight Pacman in March (pussy), so Pacman will go for title number 8, smashing the record for titles in weight class (which he recently set) and seal himself as a legend in the history of boxing. Floyd might then fight Shane Mosley in May, prepping himself up for the big showdown in September when two of the worlds biggest boxing stars collide. Roach is definitely a smart man. 154lbs may seem too much for Pacquiao, but I think he will be able to pull it off. One question though. Can Pacman fight Foreman at 154lbs, and then come down to fight Floyd? Wouldn't that have some sort of implications on his body? Unless they are planning the Mayweather fight at 154lbs (Mayweather vs De La Hoya was contested at 154lbs). Whatever it is, I think Freddie & Manny will be looking at this issues closely and see whats best for Pacman

Yuri, you better be reading this coz you might be next!!