WBC is saying that it isn't their job to handle drug tests; it's the job of the local commissions. According to the WBC, it is the fault of the Texas Commission.Quote:
Originally Posted by Diane
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WBC is saying that it isn't their job to handle drug tests; it's the job of the local commissions. According to the WBC, it is the fault of the Texas Commission.Quote:
Originally Posted by Diane
Is this true?
In defense of Chavez Jr., the Rubio win is a good win. I hate that he didn't take the post-fight drug tests because given his history in failing a drug test, it taints this win. However, if we give him the benefit of the doubt, a win over Rubio is arguably better thany any win Andy Lee or Dmitry Pirog have at this point. Right? This win makes Chavez Jr. a legitimate top ten middleweight. There can be no debate about it. Sergio Martinez, Gennady Golovkin and Dmitry Pirog would beat him. Felix Sturm probably has too much boxing ability for Chavez Jr. Sturm is now fighting Chavez Jr.'s leftovers in Zbik after Zbik turned down a fight with Proksa. I could see Chavez Jr. beating Lee and maybe Geale, not saying it would go that way, but I can see it. He may be too big for Proksa who is a smaller middleweight.
I agree with that, Steward tends to be bias for the fighter he believes is going to win, I love it when they lose big or get KTFO and he looks like an idiot.Quote:
Originally Posted by SweetPea
Don't get me wrong, I like all the HBO announcers including Lamps & Steward, I just wish they'd be more objective at times, and in Lampley's case, less histrionic/emotional.
I'm having trouble harmonizing the two bolded statements. I agree with the second one and therefore disagree with the first. Pirog would be a step up from Rubio for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
Why give Chavez Jr. the benefit of doubt? He's already failed a drug test, and recieved a seven month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and it looks like he would have failed another one if the legally required testing was done after the Rubio fight. In addition to that he was busted for driving drunk in California 2 weeks ago. He has no credibilty at all, and there's no telling what drugs he might have taken before the Rubio fight.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
That's just what i'd expect the fucking crooks at the WBC to say, since the WBC may as well be considered part of team Chavez. Just haul ass back to Mexico without providing a urine sample, then blame it on the Texas Commission, brilliant.Quote:
Originally Posted by RantcatratQuote:
Originally Posted by Diane
WBC is saying that it isn't their job to handle drug tests; it's the job of the local commissions. According to the WBC, it is the fault of the Texas Commission.
Is this true?
It's highly likely he took some kind of banned diuretic to drop that last 5 pounds on weigh-in day.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mars_axWhy give Chavez Jr. the benefit of doubt? He's already failed a drug test, and recieved a seven month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and it looks like he would have failed another one if the legally required testing was done after the Rubio fight. In addition to that he was busted for driving drunk in California 2 weeks ago. He has no credibilty at all, and there's no telling what drugs he might have taken before the Rubio fight.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
A win over Rubio arguably is better than any win on Pirog's record. Yet, that doesn't mean I don't favor Pirog over Chavez Jr. I'm just making the point that Chavez Jr. holds two legit wins over decent competition, putting all other controversy aside. Wouldn't you agree that he's done more than Pirog has even though Pirog appears more talented?Quote:
Originally Posted by shzaI'm having trouble harmonizing the two bolded statements. I agree with the second one and therefore disagree with the first. Pirog would be a step up from Rubio for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
I am not saying I give Chavez Jr. the benefit of the doubt. Considering his history of using illegal substances, I agree with you that I don't believe it is warranted. Frankly, if I were in Chavez Jr.'s camp, I would have forced the Texas commission to give Chavez Jr. the test, otherwise his win is tainted. Someone needs to do some investigative journalism to find out if indeed it was Texas that dropped the ball on his test or if Chavez Jr. avoided taking the test.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mars_axWhy give Chavez Jr. the benefit of doubt? He's already failed a drug test, and recieved a seven month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and it looks like he would have failed another one if the legally required testing was done after the Rubio fight. In addition to that he was busted for driving drunk in California 2 weeks ago. He has no credibilty at all, and there's no telling what drugs he might have taken before the Rubio fight.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
It's been two days, regardless of the finger pointing now it's realized. Has he tested yet?if not, why. The guy looked like a bloated lt hvy. I think there is a huge amount of cya going on and it smells.
I agree.Quote:
Originally Posted by Spicoli
Sorry, yes. I misread the first sentence as saying that a win over Rubio was arguably better than a win over Pirog, which, re-reading it, is not what it says.Quote:
Originally Posted by RantcatratA win over Rubio arguably is better than any win on Pirog's record. Yet, that doesn't mean I don't favor Pirog over Chavez Jr. I'm just making the point that Chavez Jr. holds two legit wins over decent competition, putting all other controversy aside. Wouldn't you agree that he's done more than Pirog has even though Pirog appears more talented?Quote:
Originally Posted by shzaI'm having trouble harmonizing the two bolded statements. I agree with the second one and therefore disagree with the first. Pirog would be a step up from Rubio for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
So I agree with you on both counts.
If what I read is true, Julio Jr. was supposed to give a urine sample to the Texas Commission in the dressing room after the fight, but left in a hurry without giving it. I can almost guarantee you that the Texas Commission is not at fault here, this is all on team Chavez.Quote:
Originally Posted by RantcatratI am not saying I give Chavez Jr. the benefit of the doubt. Considering his history of using illegal substances, I agree with you that I don't believe it is warranted. Frankly, if I were in Chavez Jr.'s camp, I would have forced the Texas commission to give Chavez Jr. the test, otherwise his win is tainted. Someone needs to do some investigative journalism to find out if indeed it was Texas that dropped the ball on his test or if Chavez Jr. avoided taking the test.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mars_axWhy give Chavez Jr. the benefit of doubt? He's already failed a drug test, and recieved a seven month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and it looks like he would have failed another one if the legally required testing was done after the Rubio fight. In addition to that he was busted for driving drunk in California 2 weeks ago. He has no credibilty at all, and there's no telling what drugs he might have taken before the Rubio fight.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rantcatrat
The bottom line is, if this is true, Julio Jr is cheating to give himself an advantage, I can understand Rubio being pissed off.Quote:
Originally Posted by Spicoli
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Originally Posted by Diane
That's all I needed.... another reason to dislike Chavez Jr. and his team even MORE. And Sulaiman continues to reach new depths in his sleazyness and stupidity. Is there no end to this circus? The "Coddled One" getting spoon-fed opponents, hopefully on his way to 100 chickenshet wins, with his overbearing daddy and corrupt countryman Sulaiman paving the way? What the f*ck is this? This is indefensible. It's so sad it's even funny in a sick, twisted way. Sulaiman should be forced to retire his sleazy ass.... and The Baby should be FORCED to start fighting meaningful opponents. But of course... that won't happen, because Sulaiman has an iron grip on the WBC.... and because Papa Chavez apparently has some clout with the promoters and the networks. And apparently they can get away with shet that the Average Joe can't. Pure bullsh*t.
Other than that I got no problem with it.