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Would G's heavy jabs trouble Bivol or G would gass out bc of the weight and get beaten by Bivol?

It's a bit of a stretch considering GGG has only fought at middleweight. He was slightly post peak when Danny Jacobs gave him a close fight, troubling him with his faster hands and feet. Bivol would have the same advantages but probably no more power than Jacobs. I think a prime GGG takes Bivol's power no trouble, but gets outboxed at times. I think Bivol takes GGG's punches fine too though, unless GGG lands something heavy to the body like he did against Macklin. Either way, I think it's a close points decision, but I have to favour Bivol.

jezzamundo wrote: ↑29 May 2022, 03:02 It's a bit of a stretch considering GGG has only fought at middleweight. He was slightly post peak when Danny Jacobs gave him a close fight, troubling him with his faster hands and feet. Bivol would have the same advantages but probably no more power than Jacobs. I think a prime GGG takes Bivol's power no trouble, but gets outboxed at times. I think Bivol takes GGG's punches fine too though, unless GGG lands something heavy to the body like he did against Macklin. Either way, I think it's a close points decision, but I have to favour Bivol.

Initially I wanted to say at 168 lbs but considering that Canelo fought Bivol at 175, I put it at 175.

Imo moving up in weight 2 weight classes would be a big disadvantage for GGG. He'd probably gas out badly and fight on in a survival mode vs Bivol.

31 GGG vs 31 Bivol at 168 lbs would be a more fair fight and probably G would do better bc G has a very good jab.

Atm Bivol is way more stronger, composed and skilled than a 31 y/o Jacobs. Canelo's look after Bivol's shots tells all you need to know that Bivol has heavy punches but Canelo is known for having strong chin and neck muscles. I think Bivol could've forced a stoppage in the 11 or 12 rounds but he kept it safe bc Canelo is a very good counterpuncher.