Janibek Alimkhanuly vs. Denzel Bentley | BT Sport - 12 November 2022

[Manchester Hitman]

Im a bit worried about this fight. Hope its a nice payday for Denzel- great kid.

[maverick23]

Im a bit worried about this fight. Hope its a nice payday for Denzel- great kid.

Same. I can’t see anything other than a quick blowout. Hope I’m wrong.

[Oiky]

Denzel Bentley is in for a short, but rough, night

[handsofstone]

Bentley got rocked by Morrison 2 months ago, Alimkhanuly will go through him like a hot knife through butter, odd defence and poor in all honesty but all the best to Bentley fair play

[Manchester Hitman]

Ive been having a closer look at Janibek, and whilst I can’t give Denzel much of a chance, one of the few potential weaknesses I could pick up, was he does get hit with straight right hands up the middle and mainly to the body.

Yes Morrison has been stopped before, but I don’t think he has been carved up like Bentley did to him the other day. The guy can certainly hit a bit if he is able to sit down on his shots, and his balance and ability to punch on the move has improved since the Cash defeat.

I’m probably clutching at straws though, as I’m concerned about the fight.

[THEBUTCH]

Bentley hasn't got a prayer. Good luck to him, but no way is Bentley capable of withstanding the power punches coming his way.

He's better prepared than Dignum was, but there is still a vast chasm from who he has boxed (including Cash) and who he is about to box.

The things that strikes me most about this fight is....Eubank Jnr ! How the hell hasn't he managed to secure a title fight against someone like this

Instead he was in the process of wasting his career (if not his bank balance) fighting an average Welterweight. Baffles me !!

[maverick23]

Ive been having a closer look at Janibek, and whilst I can’t give Denzel much of a chance, one of the few potential weaknesses I could pick up, was he does get hit with straight right hands up the middle and mainly to the body.

Yes Morrison has been stopped before, but I don’t think he has been carved up like Bentley did to him the other day. The guy can certainly hit a bit if he is able to sit down on his shots, and his balance and ability to punch on the move has improved since the Cash defeat.

I’m probably clutching at straws though, as I’m concerned about the fight.

I think you’re clutching at straws pal.

Bentley stopped Morrison primarily because Morrison went for it I think. Whether it was pre-planned or not he emptied the tank a in the first few rounds and after Bentley recovered from being hurt, it was a good finish. Most people thought it’d be a pretty one-sided fight in Bentley’s favour beforehand but it was better/more competitive than expected.

Bentley’s a solid British title level fighter but the gap feels too big on this one. Cash walked through him, Morrison hurt him and Janibek is better technically and more powerful than both.

[Manchester Hitman]

Ive been having a closer look at Janibek, and whilst I can’t give Denzel much of a chance, one of the few potential weaknesses I could pick up, was he does get hit with straight right hands up the middle and mainly to the body.

Yes Morrison has been stopped before, but I don’t think he has been carved up like Bentley did to him the other day. The guy can certainly hit a bit if he is able to sit down on his shots, and his balance and ability to punch on the move has improved since the Cash defeat.

I’m probably clutching at straws though, as I’m concerned about the fight.

I think you’re clutching at straws pal.

Bentley stopped Morrison primarily because Morrison went for it I think. Whether it was pre-planned or not he emptied the tank a in the first few rounds and after Bentley recovered from being hurt, it was a good finish. Most people thought it’d be a pretty one-sided fight in Bentley’s favour beforehand but it was better/more competitive than expected.

Bentley’s a solid British title level fighter but the gap feels too big on this one. Cash walked through him, Morrison hurt him and Janibek is better technically and more powerful than both.

Yeah, I know - I’m trying to find hope from somewhere. I will be watching through my fingers on fight night, I wish Denzel well.

[Ruthless-RKO]

[Ruthless-RKO]

FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES

Janibek Alimkhanuly

"Last time {I fought}, it was just the beginning of my knockout career. I hope God will {give me the strength} to do much better, and you can see all of my good punches."

"When I came to America, it was already in our plans to bring a good team around us. Because of this team, I am a champion now."

"I don't know why nowadays champions don't want to fight with the other champions. I don't think they should be afraid. I am here. I am a champion now. I am here to fight the champions. Hopefully, Top Rank can organize a fight with another world champion next."

Denzel Bentley

"This means a lot. We're at the top of the sport now. This is what I've dreamed of as a fighter. This is what every fighter dreams of. It's the opportunity of a lifetime to be here in Vegas and fight for the WBO world championship against the champion himself. You're going to see something special."

On Janibek saying he will knock him out: "He's meant to say that. He wants to keep his KO streak and so do I. We're in for a good fight Saturday."

Seniesa Estrada

"I'll be back in the ring after over 300 days. I'm so blessed to continue, and end, my career with Top Rank. I thank God, and I thank Bob Arum and Top Rank for giving me the opportunity to represent women's boxing. They've done such a great job with Mikaela Mayer, and I've always noticed that and recognized that. I'm happy that now I can be back in the ring and show everybody what I'm about and continue to rack up world titles."

"I don't underestimate anybody that I step in the ring with. I know that this is her time to shine. I know she's coming in to defeat me, and she's coming in as the underdog. I know she's training harder than she's ever trained before, and I'm training harder than I've ever trained before because, now, I have a bigger and better platform. I know I still have a lot to prove. I know Argentineans are tough, but I have that Mexican blood and Mexican heart. I come from where fighter like Fernando Vargas came from and other great Mexicans. I'm going to show that Saturday night."

"It's very special because these last 11 months have been difficult for me staying out of the ring and not fighting. So, I felt like I was missing out on so much because I'm so competitive, and I want to show that I'm great. I know it means so much to my father and {head trainer} Dean {Campos}, who put so much time into me when women's boxing was nowhere. Women's boxing has had the most amazing year this year. Fast forward to now, I feel like I didn't miss out on anything these past 11 months because I'm back at a better time in women's boxing than ever. I'm just going to elevate women's boxing so much more."

Jazmin Gala Villarino

"It's a happiness I cannot hide. I'm happy, and I'm ready for this moment."

"This is a big opportunity. I'm going to take full advantage of it. I feel like they are underestimating me a little bit, but I come from the land of 'Chino' Maidana and all these great Argentinean fighters. We are going to put on a great show Saturday."

"I prepared to get the title away from the champion. She's like the fifth-ranked women's fighter in the world, and I'm going to take full advantage of this opportunity. That's how I prepared."

Emiliano Vargas

"God is the greatest. I want to thank Bob Arum personally for the taking the time and even considering signing me. It's a blessing. Top Rank has had all the stars of boxing in history. You look back, it's had Floyd Mayweather, it's had Oscar {De La Hoya}. it's had countless, countless world champions {and fighters} I look up to. It's a blessing. I want to thank my management as well for looking over everything and making sure everything is right. We're ready to put on a show November 12."

"{My father} is everything I need him to be. A great father, especially with him not having a father... we have a beautiful dynamic. He's everything I need him to be. He doesn't really need to get on me. I know exactly what I need to do, and this camp has been phenomenal. I've had the opportunity to spar with Jorge Linares this entire camp. I'm ready to go. I'm ready to show the world that these Vargas' can fight. We're not just a last name. You'll be surprised. Believe me, you'll be surprised."

[Ruthless-RKO]

[wrighty]

Frank loves to put his fighters who only fight at British level in against World champions.

Remember when he put Jennings in with Cotto? I like both Mick and Denzel but they aren't ready. Denzel would have been better getting and defending a euro title and maybe fighting Falcao or someone. Janibek is different gravy

[Dioufy]

Denzel getting banged out for sure but I’ll watch…

Anyone know ring walk times?

[MightyWarrior]

Denzel is a nice lad I hope he does okay, but it seems a crazy fight for his manager to make. Thrown to wolves because he’s not a draw. He wouldn’t be putting one of his prize heavyweights into a fight where they’re 14/2 against.

[polecateddy]

Sounds like a horrible beat down. Hardly a learning experience. Probably more or less career ending!

[rd350lc]

So everyone absolutely writing him off .
Be a nice upset if he wins

[Glass Joe]

Im going to watch UFC tonight (i pick the odd card) so will watch this inbetween channel flicking

[Dioufy]

Without too much disrespect to Denzel… anyone know what times he’s getting his spanking this morning?

Reminds me of when those nutters sent Gary Lockett in against Kelly Pavlik.

Janibek KO1.

[veriton]

Likely to be Mauricio Martinez v Esham Pickering all over again but really like Bentley so will stay up and see how he goes. You never know

[Ruthless-RKO]

Without too much disrespect to Denzel… anyone know what times he’s getting his spanking this morning?

Reminds me of when those nutters sent Gary Lockett in against Kelly Pavlik.

Janibek KO1.

Probably after 4.. it’s a Vegas show.

[margaret thatcher]

although jani splatted dignum (who has a history of being chinny) he's usually more of a break them down type, could take more rounds than ppl are expecting, but jani should be levels above

[Ruthless-RKO]

Date: Saturday November 12, 2022
Location: Pearl Concert Theatre of Palms Casino Resort - Las Vegas, NV
TV/Stream: ESPN+ / BT Sport 1

Start Times
ESPN+: 6 pm ET | 3 pm PT | 11 pm GMT (Preliminary Card)
ESPN+: 8 pm ET | 5 pm PT | 1 am GMT (Main Card)
BT Sport: 2 am GMT (Main Card)

Promoted by: Top Rank Inc & Queensberry Promotions

Main Card

WBO Middleweight Championship
Janibek Alimkhanuly vs. Denzel Bentley

WBA Minimumweight Championship
Seniesa Estrada vs. Jazmin Gala Villarino

Undercard

8 Round Lightweight Bout
Raymond Muratalla vs. Miguel Contreras

6 Round Heavyweight Bout
Antonio Mireles vs. Eric Perry

8 Round Lightweight Bout
Karlos Balderas vs. Esteban Sanchez

6 Round Super middleweight Bout
Javier Martinez vs. Marco Delgado

4 Round Lightweight Bout
Charlie Sheehy vs. Markus Bowes

4 Round Lightweight Bout
Emiliano Vargas vs. Julio Martinez

6 Round super Bantamweight Bout
Floyd Diaz vs. Edgar Joe Cortes

[wrighty]

Ive been having a closer look at Janibek, and whilst I can’t give Denzel much of a chance, one of the few potential weaknesses I could pick up, was he does get hit with straight right hands up the middle and mainly to the body.

Yes Morrison has been stopped before, but I don’t think he has been carved up like Bentley did to him the other day. The guy can certainly hit a bit if he is able to sit down on his shots, and his balance and ability to punch on the move has improved since the Cash defeat.

I’m probably clutching at straws though, as I’m concerned about the fight.

Cash looked ripped to the gills that night. Speed and power on another level

[Ruthless-RKO]

This has startee

[Manchester Hitman]

Ive been having a closer look at Janibek, and whilst I can’t give Denzel much of a chance, one of the few potential weaknesses I could pick up, was he does get hit with straight right hands up the middle and mainly to the body.

Yes Morrison has been stopped before, but I don’t think he has been carved up like Bentley did to him the other day. The guy can certainly hit a bit if he is able to sit down on his shots, and his balance and ability to punch on the move has improved since the Cash defeat.

I’m probably clutching at straws though, as I’m concerned about the fight.

Cash looked ripped to the gills that night. Speed and power on another level

This was what I picked up. Right hands right up the middle Denzel - this guy is overrated.