It appears Beterbiev has a fight coming up late July against this Koeling guy. In the future, this fight with Smith needs to be made from a fan's perspective. Both are huge punchers, but Beterbiev is more polished. Who else wants to see this one?
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It appears Beterbiev has a fight coming up late July against this Koeling guy. In the future, this fight with Smith needs to be made from a fan's perspective. Both are huge punchers, but Beterbiev is more polished. Who else wants to see this one?
I'd be for it, but beterbiev has been so inactive for not having very many fights. Smith also needs to stay active to keep himself relevant
I see it as a mis-match to tell you the truth. I'm not sold on Smith's power. Beterbiev ain't doing himself any favors with the stretches of inactivity. I think Beterbiev rolls through him.
Could be. Would you go so far as to say Beterbiev is the most feared man in the division?Quote:
Originally Posted by Alpha
Possibly perceived that way alongside Kovalev. But for me the most dangerous guy is Gvozdyk.
Why is Beterbiev so inactive? Injuries? Promotional Issues?
He had surgery on his right shoulder that put him out for almost a year but that was before his last 2 fights. The Barrera fight fell through.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
The last I read, he's trying to leave his promoter which is always a hassle free engagement and wont in any way mean a prolonged period of inactivity. Critical time as well. He's right on the edge and needs a nudge over the line.
Agreed with Alpha, Beterbiev would take Smith apart. Smith's a strong guy with a decent dig, Beterbiev a different beast altogether
Even with two huge scalps on his belt still so many unknowns on Smith. Only loss was a turning of his back job and not sure about the jaw still. Fully expect he'll need more depth next month vs Barrera, power alone will not beat that jab.
It's off officially? Still see it listed in two places. Well shat that's a disappointment!Quote:
Originally Posted by AlphaHe had surgery on his right shoulder that put him out for almost a year but that was before his last 2 fights. The Barrera fight fell through.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
no it is still on(smith jr v barrera), I think beterbiev was due to fight barrera and that fell through for whatever reason.Quote:
Originally Posted by SpicoliIt's off officially? Still see it listed in two places. Well shat that's a disappointment!Quote:
Originally Posted by AlphaHe had surgery on his right shoulder that put him out for almost a year but that was before his last 2 fights. The Barrera fight fell through.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
Yea Beterbiev vs Barrera was supposed to take place in April was what I meant but it was cancelled when Barrera never signed the contract or something. That lead to Artur being out for 6 months so far.Quote:
Originally Posted by palmerqno it is still on(smith jr v barrera), I think beterbiev was due to fight barrera and that fell through for whatever reason.Quote:
Originally Posted by SpicoliIt's off officially? Still see it listed in two places. Well shat that's a disappointment!Quote:
Originally Posted by AlphaHe had surgery on his right shoulder that put him out for almost a year but that was before his last 2 fights. The Barrera fight fell through.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
http://www.worldboxingnews.net/2017/...and-the-future
Here's the catch up on beterbiev, very good read
That is a long article Tam but essentially he has been injured comes from a deprived background.
I rate him highly and hope he makes loads of money and wins the title. If he fought Kovolev/Adonis it would be a barn burner of a fight.
I think he is skilled enough to give Ward problems too.
Agreed masterQuote:
Originally Posted by Master