Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
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I was rooting for Alvarado but realistically. Although I'm a bit bummed Prod seems like a truly decent guy. The west coast of the US must seem like heaven after eating all that raw fish and dear heart.
Deer heart is a beautiful meal done correctly. And you can't beat a bit of sashimi.
No doubt Kirk, but it tastes a lot better in nice weather with a bunch of money
Deer heart is superlean meat that you cube up and cook in a casserole with lots of fresh veg. Brilliant winter food, sticks to your ribs. A good deer heart is the size of an American football. To do it properly you cook it completely stoned while wearing your rainbow flag Speedos.
I've actually eaten it. I wouldn't go out of my way to do so again but it wasn't bad. I also lived in China for a while and ate scorpions and a few other things that might bring cringed.
I want to find out how I can send Alvarado a message so I can tell him he's still my boy
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
Omar was lucky he shared his fathers name.
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
Can you guys imagine how a Brandon Rios vs Provodnikov fight would go? Could be this decade's Ward/Gatti. Unlikely to happen though, due to the fact that Rios will PROBABLY lose to Pac.
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
two thumbs up to both fighters!!! tough son of bitches!!! it doesnt matter that alvarado quit, he did his best and was taking too much punishment. he has an iron jaw!! and courage. he was wise to quit. no dishonor whatsoever. Prov was a beast tho. I love this guy. a true warrior!!! a russian rocky....
no one is gonna want to fight him....
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
Bad defense from both fighters, sloppy slow, but heavy punches
No "hidden" punch strategy , just pure brawl, very common orthodox offense, very readable
Danny Garcia would outbox and KO both of them
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
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Can you guys imagine how a Brandon Rios vs Provodnikov fight would go? Could be this decade's Ward/Gatti. Unlikely to happen though, due to the fact that Rios will PROBABLY lose to Pac.
Then you can be sure PAC will avoid Prov to avoid similar fate as in JMM fight. Excuse already in order as he is trained by Roach. Funny how all have forgotten how bad Pac ate the canvas in last fight. In addition unsure of Rios physical condition under Heredia . According to Pac huggers Heredia gets all the credit for KNTFO of Pac or perhaps he is the the miracle lucky punch trainer.
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
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Good fight, thanks for the vid link.
Thought Prov fought smart in regards to pacing it and cutting off ring etc, figured he knew what the fight was going to turn out like and reserved himself for what he knew he could do later on with something in reserve. He has a good corner reminding him to go to the body in the fifth,you saw the tide start to turn soon after when Alvarardos footwork and movement were still double the pace of Provs in retreat but not really taking him anywhere special.Both brave men, tough fight.
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
I am surprised by the number who thought Alvarado would win this fight. I thought Provodnikov would win it by wearing down Alvarado. I have to admit, though, I knew more about Provodnikov than I did about Alvarado. Alvarado is the bigger man and landed some good shots but Ruslan was more determined. I have to give it to Mike. He has probably more single shot power than Ruslan and appeared to buckle Ruslan in about round 3. But give credit where credit is due. Ruslan comes from a small village in Siberia to win the WBO title. Can you imagine how tough this is to do? No fan base, no promoter helping him. It was all will and belief in himself. Quite a story.
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
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I am surprised by the number who thought Alvarado would win this fight. I thought Provodnikov would win it by wearing down Alvarado. I have to admit, though, I knew more about Provodnikov than I did about Alvarado. Alvarado is the bigger man and landed some good shots but Ruslan was more determined. I have to give it to Mike. He has probably more single shot power than Ruslan and appeared to buckle Ruslan in about round 3. But give credit where credit is due. Ruslan comes from a small village in Siberia to win the WBO title. Can you imagine how tough this is to do? No fan base, no promoter helping him. It was all will and belief in himself. Quite a story.
Personally I thought Alvarado would turn the fight into his second fight with Rios. I knew it wouldn't be an easy fight but I did think Alvarado would take it. For Alvarado to not come out of his corner is quite a testament to Prod. Alvarado is a tough SOB. In the after fight interview when Alvarodo said he was concerned about his health you know he was hurting bad. Prod was better in this fight than he was against Bradley and I think we will see him continue to improve. Hats off to Prod but I'm still bummed about Mike losing, especially in his hometown. Mike seemed like the happiest guy on the planet on his way into the ring.
Re: HBO - ALVARADO v PROVODNIKOV- Saturday Night Fight CHAT THREAD
Terrific output by the lil' Rock (as in Marciano not Balboa) Alvarado rehydrating to over 18 pounds the weight class did him NO good at all. He was probably in shape at 151 but his teams failure to understand that rehydrating from 139.5 to 157.9 takes you out of condition. The body shots took their toll more than anything lil' Rock threw!
This lil' Rock has very good side to side head movement as he attacks he does need to use his knees abit more for a straight drop slip to be able to come up punching but he is learning. His side step to the right to throw his hook is predictable but no one is picking up on it yet!
Two second tier talents who's mental abilities surpass the top tier guys in todays boxing.
Congrates to both and its true that Alvarado needs to take time out and be more selective when choosing an opponent. I think a good mover who boxes well should be in his future and its time to avoid the swarmers who can punch. He's proven his willingness but its time to show some intelligence in picking opponents. He can still have exciting fights without taking punishment. Ray
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Prov should have a fight with Garcia, matthysse or Broner, all would be good to watch.
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Prov should have a fight with Garcia, matthysse or Broner, all would be good to watch.
Id love Provo Rios. Would be a war. Plus I love seeing Rios getting his ass whooped
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Prov should have a fight with Garcia, matthysse or Broner, all would be good to watch.
Id love Provo Rios. Would be a war. Plus I love seeing Rios getting his ass whooped
I think that is exactly what you would see. Rios would get reckless and get whooped. Prod is becoming a smart fighter. Not their yet but on the way
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Prov should have a fight with Garcia, matthysse or Broner, all would be good to watch.
Id love Provo Rios. Would be a war. Plus I love seeing Rios getting his ass whooped
I think that is exactly what you would see. Rios would get reckless and get whooped. Prod is becoming a smart fighter. Not their yet but on the way
Totally agree. I think Provo eats the lunch of Rios and leaves him in a lump. Provo has some decent head movement coming and tight impactive hooks. Tons of options for him right now.
