Nate Campbell v. Ali Funeka

Who do you pick to win and why?

Nate Campbell

Ali Funeka

I forsee the "mean" Nate showing up and just beating down Funeka until it is stopped one way or another. Funeka has average speed, is tall and technical and has a wide base to his legs. If Nate rushes in using his head movement and ability to block and close at the same time, he'll find himself inside and able to work the body and land big shots which will eventually lead to a victory. Funeka was impressive against Raheem, but Raheem is a defensive slickster...a one dimensional fighter who was a perfect match for Funeka's style. It's also probable that Raheem underestimated Funeka. Nate sees him as a serious challenge to what he has worked for all these years and judging by his HBO Ring Life video, he will do whatever it takes to beat the South African.

While I am forever in dept to Funeka for destroying Raheem. It's going to take more than that to make believe he's a top fighter. I'm taking Campbell in a dominating win

Ali over Nate via tko/ko

Im picking Ali over Campbell by tko. Dont know why but i just think Ali will upset Nate especially since nate hasnt fought in almost a year.

Tough upbringing prepared Campbell for life as boxer - ESPN

Nate by dominating win.

Campbell TKO9. This guys whiskers are gonna be put to the test at some point in this fight for sure.

I am just a whole-hearted Campbell fan. I really can't help it. He's one of my favorite guest commentators on ESPN Fight Night. He's as colorful out of the rind as in the ring. What is there not to like about him? And, if you think he's cocky, just look at the hoops this guy has jumped through in his life.

I worry a lot about this fight. It reminds me of Isaac Hlatswayo fighting him as a lightweight. This guy is big, powerful, and African.. For the sake of a good fight, let's hope this guy can take a body shot that well, too.

Funika throws great combinations and is a real stalker. I hope Campbell brings his A game. He's gonna need it.

And WWWWaaaaayyyy in the back of my head I am wondering if this tall drink of water is gonna make weight, and have Campbell get screwed yet again!!!

I picked cambell because he's broke and he's pissed. Funeka is getting the ass whoopin cambell had saved for guzman. On a serious note i don't really know enough about funeka to pick anyone in this fight......just hope it's a good one.

I think Campbells gonna bust Funeka up down the stretch! Nate takes a comfortable decision or even a possible late stoppage here!!!

Nates going to want to made a statement and he will dictate the fight. I think he'll out hustle Funeka, outsmart him, and Nate will show that hes a class above. His experience against better opposition will be the difference and I think Nate KOs the KO artist in 6.