Scott Dann to defend against Alan Jones

mickeybeard · Post by **mickeybeard** » 05 Jan 2005, 17:50

Not seen Jones fight, but he has wins over Jim Rock and Donovan Smillie on his record. Also looks like he'll be the naturally bigger man at 6'1" and most of his fights around L.Heavy. Doesn'y look a puncher from his record, and has never been in a 12 rounder before. Anyone seen him/know much about him?

stujones · Post by **stujones** » 05 Jan 2005, 19:13

Know a bit about him, combines Boxing with farming. Jacko will know a bit more about him (having faced him).

Good speed, not much power, good mover though. Weight making is not an issue despite his size. When I had him in the Super Middleweight rankings, I was reminded that he is a middle and thats where he will fight in championship bouts.

Scored a draw against Foster and from what I have heard he was a tad unlucky with that verdict.

Big step up from 8 to 12 rounds, I saw him in the Summer (although didn't speak). Looked fit, even though he wasn't scheduled to fight. However, don't know anything about his stamina.

Could be an interesting fight, although Dann is the favourite.

steve richards · Post by **steve richards** » 06 Jan 2005, 08:25

Gary Lockett is fighting Alan Gray in an eliminator for the British middle weight title, with the winner to face scott dann.

kevin · Post by **kevin** » 06 Jan 2005, 08:35

Dann fights Jones on the 4th Feb

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 06 Jan 2005, 14:48

Things could start to get very interesting in the British middleweight scene if the above mentioned fights happen.

I'm convinced Dann v Lockett would be an absolute belter, I might go to that one even if Sportsnetwork put it on (and I haven't been to a F Warren show since Harry Simon polished off Kevin Leushing). If Sanigar puts it on, even better, I don't have to break my boycott

Gary Lockett should batter Gray to defeat, I can't see Allan outboxing him for 10/12 rounds. If Dann also comes through in February (in Plymouth I've been told) then Dann v Lockett would be a serious thumbs-up.

Jacko11 · Post by **Jacko11** » 06 Jan 2005, 15:57

Jones is very fit and awkward though i cant c him troubling Dann saying that he stopped Smillie who is a big lad and strong...
I have to remind u i lost to Jones 2 year ago by one point

i thought i had lost it...but when watched the tape it is a clear draw to be fair to my self...oh well im back this year.....

stujones · Post by **stujones** » 06 Jan 2005, 16:43

Jacko11 wrote:Jones is very fit and awkward though i cant c him troubling Dann saying that he stopped Smillie who is a big lad and strong...
I have to remind u i lost to Jones 2 year ago by one point i thought i had lost it...but when watched the tape it is a clear draw to be fair to my self...oh well im back this year.....

Do think Jones can outwork Dann, Jacko?

Do you give Jones a chance?

Jacko11 · Post by **Jacko11** » 06 Jan 2005, 16:45

I'd give him a chance yeah i have seen Dann and he cant take a shot it has been proved(Eastman-Jon Penn) Alan is clever he hits u when u dont expect it very good on his feet,i'd say Dann points...comfortable but no way easy

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 07 Jan 2005, 14:42

Disagree about Scott not being able to take a shot. Dann has shown a reasonble chin so far. He's come apart on two occasions, granted, but losing to Eastman should not be held against him. Credit Dann for going in with Howard in the first place. No other British middles would have stood a chance.

Taking everything Bendall had to offer and then proceeding to give him a real thumping shows good credentials at British title level and suggests the ability to hold a fair punch. A banger like Lockett could have something to say about that if the two should meet though.

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 04 Feb 2005, 11:39

Any predictions for tonights British middleweight title fight?

I'll go for Dann to retain.

kevin · Post by **kevin** » 04 Feb 2005, 11:45

I think Dann will stoppage mid-rounds.

Just arrived in Plymouth so hopefully it will be a good fight

mickeybeard · Post by **mickeybeard** » 04 Feb 2005, 11:48

Wanna meet up for a quick half before the fight Kev? Me and a mate will be in The Bank, a pub about 2 minutes from the Pavillions, at about 7 if you're interested.

Should be a decent fight. I haven't seen Jones, but I've been told he's no mug. I'll go for Scott to stop him late as the effects of the younger fighter's first 12 rounder really kick in.

kevin · Post by **kevin** » 04 Feb 2005, 12:04

Okay mate, if I can find it I'll be there you'll recognise me as my sweatshirt has a well known website address on it!!!

Kev

mickeybeard · Post by **mickeybeard** » 04 Feb 2005, 12:22

It's behind the Theatre Royal, next to the fornicating horrible concrete monstrosity that is the Civic Centre. It's a chain pub, but it's a nice old building and should be relatively chav-free and a good deal cheaper than the Pavillions' bar. I'll be the scruffy pudendum with the beard.

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 04 Feb 2005, 12:55

Hope it's a good show guys. I know Chris and Jamie Sanigar have worked hard to put this show on with no TV backing.

Kevin, Can you let us know how Dan Guthrie looks as well please?

kevin · Post by **kevin** » 04 Feb 2005, 13:05

They'll be a full report on BBN tonight or tomorrow morning. As normal results will go up as they happen.. if laptop doesn't play up!!!

Kev