Do We Give Chambers A Chance Against Povetkin?

steve689 · Post by **steve689** » 25 Jan 2008, 17:14

Come on people let's discuss this one tomorrow night. Do we give "Fast Eddie" a chance in the fight? He is one paced, fleshy and Povetkin is shit hot. Chambers has fast hands (when he let's them rip) and is accurate with the jab and left hook (closed Brock's right eye). But it's workrate that is the key, Povetkin will just outwork him i would say.

Predictions anyone?

TerribleTerry · Post by **TerribleTerry** » 25 Jan 2008, 17:21

steve689 wrote:He is one paced, fleshy

you have described just about every American heavyweight prospect I can remember from the last 5 years or so..

Chamber's lacks Povetkin's ability and boxing pedigree.

Povetkin to win a clear decision.

nickd · Post by **nickd** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:05

I think Povetkin may well stop him late. If any of you have seen Chambers you'll know he carries a lot of fat. He'd easily make Cruiser and probably Light Heavy if he got rid of the flab.

steve689 · Post by **steve689** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:13

Yes i think a late stoppage isn't out of the question at all. 12 round points win is just the safe bet.

steve689 · Post by **steve689** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:46

Alexander Povetkin 227.2 vs Eddie Chambers 219.5
(IBF Heavyweight Eliminator)

Fast Eddie looks in decent shape.

nickd · Post by **nickd** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:48

How can you tell from that? I bet he has a paunch.

Asterix · Post by **Asterix** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:49

It's funny you say that, Steve, because Chambers is being slated for his weight in the "Current Scene" forum. Here's my post from that topic:

Just for interest's sake, their last 5 fight weights (from oldest to newest):

Alexander Povetkin - 221¼, 226, 223½, 225¼, 226¾
Eddie Chambers - 213, 214, 215, 214, 213

TerribleTerry · Post by **TerribleTerry** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:50

We will get to see the winner's future opponent on Sky in the coming weeks:

Sky have loosened their closely guarded purse strings and actually shelled out to show Klitschko v Igbraminov live.

Maybe they are finally getting the message that viewers will switch to Setanta if the intrenational coverage doesn't improve...

steve689 · Post by **steve689** » 25 Jan 2008, 19:52

nickd wrote:How can you tell from that? I bet he has a paunch.

Ha Ha i know, i was going by his lack of a double chin as proof of a solid sixpack

Asterix · Post by **Asterix** » 25 Jan 2008, 21:27

A video and picture for you guys:

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=UWzVcF1aNxg

http://www.boxnews.com.ua/photos/1389/A ... bers10.jpg (In case hotlinking doesn't work)

Bard of Boxrec · Post by **Bard of Boxrec** » 26 Jan 2008, 08:54

povetkin is not that good but waaay good enough for Fat Eddie

Poncey · Post by **Poncey** » 26 Jan 2008, 09:12

The inclusion of Buddy McGirt in his corner will definately help him.

When I was working in Philly last year, my cable repair man trained in the same gym as Eddie and he told me that Eddie has the potential, but is just too damn lazy to apply himself sometimes.

I think that's a pretty good summation of him. Against Byrd it seemed to me like he was walking it and then took his foot off the pedal and let Byrd back in.

nickd · Post by **nickd** » 26 Jan 2008, 09:13

Povetkin fought Byrd - do you mean Brock?

Poncey · Post by **Poncey** » 26 Jan 2008, 09:33

nickd wrote:Povetkin fought Byrd - do you mean Brock?

Yeah, sorry mate. Still jet lagged.

eddie booker · Post by **eddie booker** » 26 Jan 2008, 10:05

I really think this is an even fight on paper. The location of the fight gives Povetkin a slight edge, although I think lately it seems the visiting fighter is getting more of a fair shake. Povetkin has an impressive amateur pedigree and looks to be the goods, but Chambers has been underestimated most of his career. You have to remember he has not lost a fight, he will be in Povetkin's face all night. Chambers does not look particularly imposing, but he has fast hands, a good chin, above average defense, and good overall skills. How many current heavyweights can claim that? I like Chambers on points in a minor upset.

MightyWarrior · Post by **MightyWarrior** » 26 Jan 2008, 12:22

Yes agree it looks pretty even fight on paper, though I haven't seen much of either fighter to be honest.

The fact that HBO are screening it shows it's a match up of two of the best heavy prospects around. Looks like the Russian on points to me.

Air Rodney · Post by **Air Rodney** » 26 Jan 2008, 14:53

is there live streaming of this fight? thanks

TerribleTerry · Post by **TerribleTerry** » 26 Jan 2008, 17:44

Air Rodney wrote:is there live streaming of this fight? thanks

Rodders, you got a feed yet?

I have been on this corbina.tv but having no luck so far.

If anyone has a valid link, spread the wealth

Air Rodney · Post by **Air Rodney** » 26 Jan 2008, 17:51

no luck here either.... it says the link is outdated when i tried it

Loynesy · Post by **Loynesy** » 26 Jan 2008, 18:03

watching it now. Lovely orchestral national anthems

states · Post by **states** » 26 Jan 2008, 18:06

If you've got sopcast, you can watch it here:

http://myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=5301&part=sports

Loynesy · Post by **Loynesy** » 26 Jan 2008, 18:11

Chambers needs to defend his body more. His arm defence is very static

Loynesy · Post by **Loynesy** » 26 Jan 2008, 18:15

Decent 2nd round. C threw best punch of the round but P did the greater work. 20-18

BAMBI · Post by **BAMBI** » 26 Jan 2008, 18:16

reason why the americans sound so loud is cause the germans are so QUIET!!!

steve689 · Post by **steve689** » 26 Jan 2008, 18:18

Any joy here? http://sport.ard.de/sp/boxen/

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