Klitschko, Fury, Parker, Takam & Joshua

<p>Didn't the winner of the gold bring Holyfield onto the gold medal part of the podium?</p>

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<p>He did well to get silver ,,but have you ever watched that fight against Holyfield ? One of the luckiest wins you could ever see .<br><br>
Holyfield was completely dominating and was controversely disqualified .</p>
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<p>Totally, but for a kiwi to get to the point of even getting in the ring with Holyfield is huge.</p>

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<p>He did well to get silver ,,but have you ever watched that fight against Holyfield ? One of the luckiest wins you could ever see .<br><br>
Holyfield was completely dominating and was controversely disqualified .</p>
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<p>No doubt Barry was getting pumped, but Holyfield had been warned 6 times during the fight for punching after the referee had yelled "break"</p>
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<p>It should be noted that after being named the winner, Barry held up Holyfields hand to show who had really won the fight. </p>

Yeah I wasn't trying to take anything away from him , but measured in pure ability , that was a very lucky silver medal. <br><br>
On Takam , dont be fooled this isn't a huge challenge , he is so far in front of the other fighters Joseph has fought it's not funny . <br><br>
Joe has basically been fighting chumps that don't hit back , Takam has the full range of punches high work rate, and goes the distance . <br><br>
if Joeseph blows him away his profile goes to a completly new level internationally

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<p>Yeah I wasn't trying to take anything away from him , but measured in pure ability , that was a very lucky silver medal.<br><br>
On Takam , dont be fooled this isn't a huge challenge , he is so far in front of the other fighters Joseph has fought it's not funny .<br><br>
Joe has basically been fighting chumps that don't hit back , <strong>Takam has the full range of punches high work rate, and goes the distance .</strong><br><br>
if Joeseph blows him away his profile goes to a completly new level internationally</p>
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<p>I just don't get how that equates to his recent fights.</p>

You mean the loss ? That was a brutal fight , voted the heavyweight fight of the year in 2014

<p>This is a big step up for JP but he is as ready as he'll ever be.</p>
<p>I get annoyed about people complaining about the standard of fighters he has fought on his way up- everyone does it Mike Tyson fought the same types of bouncers and taxi drivers, Tua as well. Its just the process, build a win KO ratio to make him financially promotional.</p>
<p>If he wins this well we won't see him fighting again in NZ I hope because he should be in UK / US making the big $.</p>
<p>He comes across as a top bloke , dedicated and focused .... win lose or draw I'm a supporter</p>

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<p>You mean the loss ? That was a brutal fight , voted the heavyweight fight of the year in 2014</p>
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<p>No, his last fight was 8 rounds against this bum and could only get a decision.</p>
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<p><a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://boxrec.com/boxer/14453'>http://boxrec.com/boxer/14453</a></p>

<p>If you wanna watch that fight it's on you tube in full. </p>
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<p>The braziliian spent most of the fight trying not to get hurt, so no suprise he didnt knock him out.</p>
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<p>I've watched a few of Takams fights over the last 3-4 weeks getting ready for this, likes to keep his hands down by his side, leaving his head exposed. Parkers got great fast hands and will be looking to exploit this.</p>

<p>Oh and he's hardly a bum Crucial, he's a tough veteran fighter who has fought for years.</p>
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<p>He's fought several times for the Brazillian championship and is regarded as a guy who won't go down easy</p>

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<p>No, his last fight was 8 rounds against this bum and could only get a decision.</p>
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<p><a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://boxrec.com/boxer/14453'>http://boxrec.com/boxer/14453</a></p>
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<p>I was talking about the loss he had against povetkin , that was a brutal war against a top 4 ranked fighter </p>

<p>I .posted it once before , great fight , </p>
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This thread needs a name change. <br><br>
If anyone knows a way I can watch this without feathering Lonergans pockets a PM would be the best way to tell me.

And updates

Main bout meant to be around 10.45 according to the rugby Comms

<p>would also appreciate a pm  :good1:</p>

<p>I can't get a feed going but following comments on Stuff tracker.</p>
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<p>First round apparently even. Each landing shots.</p>

<p>Second round called as just Parker.</p>
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<p>If this goes the distance it could be a complaint of hometown call.</p>

<p>Keep your right-hand up Joe, good to see Parker switching up tactics as Takam is handling the jab nicely.</p>

<p>JP getting some combos in but Takam taking them without problem.</p>

<p>Sounds like JP will need to remain patient and accumulate points while trying to break Takam down.</p>

<p>yeah, and hopefully that constant pressure keeps Takam quiet. But these guys are big boppers so it only takes one punch...</p>

Great watch so far

some concerns for me , joseph mouth wide open , looks a bit gassed

<p>Joe is looking gassed - hang in there bro!</p>

cant be too much in it on the score cards ,<br><br>we find out what joe is about now

<p>bring the noise!! great sequence there - but Takam is still looking super dangerous.</p>

good round joe , but i worry about the tank ,<br><br>takam is one tough dude

<p>Joe is managing to shake those hits Takam is getting through. If Takam could put together a few combos things could get dicey.</p>

<p>What do you reckon the call is on the cards?</p>

<p>I'd have Joe winning 6 rounds to Takam's 3. But only 3 of those 6 were really clear wins imo. </p>

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<p>I'd have Joe winning 6 rounds to Takam's 3. But only 3 of those 6 were really clear wins imo. </p>
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<p>So evens then?</p>

<p>Agree with the commentators - Takam is giving away rounds by not doing anything. If Joe can hold off any late flurries Takam hasn't done enough for the W.</p>

good round for joe , these last few are crucial

<p>Evens at worst, the rounds Joe won he was more active - but it's been the challenge we'd been looking for. Would be awesome if Joe can get a TKO or KO to finish.</p>

<p>Sounds like if Joe can take the next round and stay up he may get the decision.</p>

<p>Takam is pulling a Tua - some big swings but lots of walking and manoeuvring. </p>

needs to finish strong to seal the deal

<p>Keep throwing Joe!!</p>

<p>Takam looking for the KO? Thinks he needs it to win?</p>