Who fancies that the Heavier Poundage may suit Hopkins

[MightyWarrior]

I've decided. We'll see Joe hit the canvas (again), on Saturday.

Twice, before the referee waves it off.

So much confidence in this thread, I wish it were infectious, I really do.

I've seen a lot of people defending the idea that Joe really does have punch power, enough to surprise Hopkins, as well as those who consider him to be simply a volume slapper. I believe in that, but Hopkins power hasn't come into question, it's assumed he wont be able to hurt Calzaghe with single shots, not true. He has great timing and underrated power, which we'll see first hand in a few days when Calzaghe walks straight into a punch that'll put every one of our hearts in our throats as Calzaghe hits the deck, rises, makes the same mistake again.

Calzaghe will be screaming at the referee as he waves it off, Calzaghe senior will make a scene, Joe's bint will be balling her eyes out and Hopkins will be golden.

The only part that weight will play, is the heavy load we'll all be carrying around in the aftermath.

That's such a vivid description you almost had me convinced!

I think Hop's main weapon these days is his mouth, he's convincing alot of people he's the real deal - but he hasn't convinced the one who really matters, by all accounts - Joe Calzaghe.

The Executioner's "legend" shtick is a desert mirage, and it's gonna get blown apart on Sat night.

[DG.]

I've decided. We'll see Joe hit the canvas (again), on Saturday.

Twice, before the referee waves it off.

So much confidence in this thread, I wish it were infectious, I really do.

I've seen a lot of people defending the idea that Joe really does have punch power, enough to surprise Hopkins, as well as those who consider him to be simply a volume slapper. I believe in that, but Hopkins power hasn't come into question, it's assumed he wont be able to hurt Calzaghe with single shots, not true. He has great timing and underrated power, which we'll see first hand in a few days when Calzaghe walks straight into a punch that'll put every one of our hearts in our throats as Calzaghe hits the deck, rises, makes the same mistake again.

Calzaghe will be screaming at the referee as he waves it off, Calzaghe senior will make a scene, Joe's bint will be balling her eyes out and Hopkins will be golden.

The only part that weight will play, is the heavy load we'll all be carrying around in the aftermath.

That's such a vivid description you almost had me convinced!

I think Hop's main weapon these days is his mouth, he's convincing alot of people he's the real deal - but he hasn't convinced the one who really matters, by all accounts - Joe Calzaghe.

The Executioner's "legend" shtick is a desert mirage, and it's gonna get blown apart on Sat night.

Amen!

[Max Molyneux]

Like the great Marcellus Wallace says the business Is full of unrealistic mofos, mofos who thought they would age like wine.

Hopkins Is one.

[nickd]

Calzaghe looks really healthy in that picture. He looked pretty drained in the leadup to the Kessler fight in comparison.

[MightyWarrior]

Yeah he looks good in that shot doesn't he? Amazing what a few pounds difference can mean.
Doesn't look like the bright lights are getting to him just yet.

He might be just past his peak right now, but mentaly I'd say he's in as good a place as he's ever been, in terms of handling the pressure & taking on the big shot in his own backyard.

[ArtOfWar]

This is gonna be nothing short of an extremely tough night for Joe. Another who thinks differently is kidding themselves. There could be a lot of egg on face come Sunday morning.

[KO Artist]

I do. (I meant poundage, not pondage)

I think Calzaghe is a truly great fighter. Awesome in fact. I backed him to beat Lacy in what I said would be one of the easiest fights of his career.

I also backed him to win against Kessler but not as comfortably.

I just feel that a number of factors, most notably the weight will suit Hopkins.

I cant pick an outright winner but I am edging toward Hopkins using his guile and accuracy to dictate the pace and win a decision.

I hope I am wrong.

What a random selection of sentences

Care to venture a single reason as to why the weight will suit Hopkins?

Nothing random about it. I thought it through and came to the conclusion.

Pity you didnt think before posting.