Quote Originally Posted by Lyle View Post
Wladimir Klitschko: "I am going to win the fight. I am determined to win this fight. The fight is scheduled for 12 rounds, but I doubt it will go the distance. I'm the lightest I've ever been but I feel strong and energetic. I feel great! The weight was a result of intensive training with fighters who were all at least one weight class below me."

Sultan Ibragimov: "I feel fantastic. The weight is fantastic, perfect!"



I suspect Andy Lee was a major sparring partner for him as well as Johnathan Banks
Lyle, have you seen Jonathan Banks? I think he just bumped up to heavyweight, but he's another reason why the future of the HW division is bright. After that fight on ESPN he showed just how much chin and heart he has and the guy is as composed as can be. To spar with Klitschko has got to be doing volumes for his game. Plus, I had an opportunity to speak with Emmanuel Steward and he said working the corner helps to make you a better fighter. Banks has appeared in a couple pros' corners and also went out with the amateur team.