size difference Abrahams V Eastman

knockout · Post by **knockout** » 14 Jul 2005, 10:43

Eastman looks about 3 divisions bigger in this photo...

RobD · Post by **RobD** » 14 Jul 2005, 10:48

Is this fight being televised?

jamesmcdonnell · Post by **jamesmcdonnell** » 14 Jul 2005, 10:53

The jacket he is wearing is huge though, and he's broad shouldered which makes him look a lot bigger than he actually is.

Abrahams looks very solidly packed.

Kilburn · Post by **Kilburn** » 14 Jul 2005, 11:04

Come on Howard.

At least we don't have to worry about Eastmans chin, much like when Clinton Woods fights. You could throw anything at those guys.

split_decision · Post by **split_decision** » 14 Jul 2005, 11:44

RobD wrote:Is this fight being televised?

Sky are showing the Magee / Tsypko undercard before they go to live US action on Saturday night. Dont know if they are showing Eastman or not, but i reckon they should.

Eastman looks like Samuel L Jackson in that pic, motherf**ker

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 14 Jul 2005, 11:53

He "looks" much bigger but Abraham is a stocky type. Howard's clearly got plenty of height over him, but Abraham will probably make Howard look quite skinny when they are stripped to their shorts.

If and when this fight is on TV , look out for Abraham's bizarre entrance. He comes to the ring with a Smurf hat on and the Smurf song sqeeking away through the speakers. :)

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 14 Jul 2005, 11:54

He "looks" much bigger but Abraham is a stocky type. Howard's clearly got plenty of height over him, but Abraham will probably make Howard look quite skinny when they are stripped to their shorts.

If and when this fight is on TV , look out for Abraham's bizarre entrance. He comes to the ring with a Smurf hat on and the Smurf song sqeeking away through the speakers. :)

THEBUTCH · Post by **THEBUTCH** » 14 Jul 2005, 12:04

************STOP PRESS*************

I've had it on good authority that Eastman's bout will covered as part
of Sky's coverage of Hopkins v Taylor.

stujones · Post by **stujones** » 14 Jul 2005, 13:40

Kilburn wrote:Come on Howard.

At least we don't have to worry about Eastmans chin, much like when Clinton Woods fights. You could throw anything at those guys.

This Abraham can whack though, not sure Eastman as ever faced as big a puncher ad Abraham.

jamesmcdonnell · Post by **jamesmcdonnell** » 14 Jul 2005, 14:31

Well Jerry Elliot probably banged harder, and he took several rather enormous digs and took them well. However Abrahams will be a big quicker so might give him more of a shock.

Freiheit · Post by **Freiheit** » 14 Jul 2005, 15:49

Fightnews reports that Abraham is a slight betting favorite at -125 while Eastman is -105

Bard of Boxrec · Post by **Bard of Boxrec** » 14 Jul 2005, 15:56

yes, it'll be interesting to see if abraham can put a dent in howard.

My guess is no, he won't. And that Howard will win. By stoppage.

Hellephant · Post by **Hellephant** » 14 Jul 2005, 16:16

There is only one Nürnberg in germany, right? I'm finaly going to see the Battersea Bomber, and I don't want to end up at the wrong Nürnberg.

Freiheit · Post by **Freiheit** » 14 Jul 2005, 16:36

Hellephant wrote:There is only one Nürnberg in germany, right? I'm finaly going to see the Battersea Bomber, and I don't want to end up at the wrong Nürnberg.

Be sure not to drive to the Nürburg ring

Manos de Oro · Post by **Manos de Oro** » 14 Jul 2005, 16:36

You might be in for a good fight, Hellephant. Howard likes a rumble, and by all accounts this guy looks like he'll give him one. I've never seen him fight but had thought he was more or less a hypejob... until he got that decision win over the awkward Ian Gardner. Could be a handy chappy.

My first prediction for this fight, believe it or not, was Abraham KO 7, for the following reasons:

*) Abraham was just about 10 years younger (huge factor in a tearup).

*) Eastman is taller than the smaller, strong, stockier little guy (his chin will be easier to reach in a brawl)

*) Eastman is coming off a comprehensive loss and may be undermotivated, which will affect his chin.

I thought at the time that these were the things Abraham's handlers had saw, which prompted them to make the fight.

HOWEVER,

I'm going for Eastman in the off chance that he's really up for this one. Looking over his record it looks like ol' Arthur hasn't faced that age old question of big punchers - what happens when the other guy takes the best and fires back stronger or harder... I've got a feeling Abraham may end up looking short on ideas, a little 'Haye-esque' you could say.

split_decision · Post by **split_decision** » 14 Jul 2005, 18:53

I'm hoping Howard is right up for this, althought fight itself is for a meaningless belt, he needs to keep himself in the mix to be considered in the belt scramble when B-hop eventually retires.

If he keeps himself motivated there's no reason he can't pick up one of the belts and add to growing number of British World Champions.

split_decision · Post by **split_decision** » 14 Jul 2005, 18:56

THEBUTCH wrote:************STOP PRESS*************

I've had it on good authority that Eastman's bout will covered as part
of Sky's coverage of Hopkins v Taylor.

Thats awesome news, let's just hope it's not a highlight deal.

Can't fault sky right now, theyre really delivering the goods, and then some.

jamesmcdonnell · Post by **jamesmcdonnell** » 15 Jul 2005, 05:17

Eastman by late stoppage, Abraham has been feasting on absolute palookas for most of his career, and has never been in a hard 12 rounder.

MightyWarrior · Post by **MightyWarrior** » 15 Jul 2005, 05:30

I've seen Abraham a few times and he looks a handful. He throws heavy shots and he's not too bothered where he lands them. Eastman better hope there's a fair ref in there tomorrow night.
It's a big step up for Abraham no doubt, but I'd say the Germans have moved him quite well in his last 3 or 4 fights - I'd guess they probably know his chin is pretty sound - either that, or they've made a big mistake.
I'll take him to outwork Howard and get a points win.

And Tsypko KO8 over Magee.

stujones · Post by **stujones** » 15 Jul 2005, 07:15

How similar stylewise is Artur to his brother, Alexander. I saw him last night and I wasn't that impress to be honest. Alexander is a little bit one paced for Eastman.

Freiheit · Post by **Freiheit** » 15 Jul 2005, 11:12

Weights for the card can be seen here:
http://www.boxrec.com/show_display.php?show_id=454007

Pong · Post by **Pong** » 15 Jul 2005, 15:50

jamesmcdonnell wrote:Eastman by late stoppage, Abraham has been feasting on absolute palookas for most of his career, and has never been in a hard 12 rounder.

If you are the real James McDonnell, stop embarrassing MaxBoxing. If you are not, stop embarrassing the real James McDonnell.

Andrey · Post by **Andrey** » 15 Jul 2005, 20:05

Abraham defited one of the most elusive fighters I ever seen - Ian Garner. To defit guy like that you have to be not only world class figher, but may be even one of the best fighters in this devision.
Eastman has a chance but it is very slim chance. Mark my word Abraham will win tommorow.

KOJOE90 · Post by **KOJOE90** » 16 Jul 2005, 06:39

THEBUTCH wrote:************STOP PRESS*************

I've had it on good authority that Eastman's bout will covered as part
of Sky's coverage of Hopkins v Taylor.

Well they were talking about the Eastman fight on SKY last night so that does suggest they will be showing it, in some form or other.

Bard of Boxrec · Post by **Bard of Boxrec** » 16 Jul 2005, 07:15

Pong wrote:
jamesmcdonnell wrote:Eastman by late stoppage, Abraham has been feasting on absolute palookas for most of his career, and has never been in a hard 12 rounder.
If you are the real James McDonnell, stop embarrassing MaxBoxing. If you are not, stop embarrassing the real James McDonnell.

Can't quite get my head round this one