W.Klistchko vs Tony Thompson is done....

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I'm surprised this came off.

I like Thompson but I'm not sure he could stand the offensive attack (if there is one) of Wladimir. Thompson isn't a real assertive guy and I think that's what it's going to take to beat Wlad and for Thompson to be comfortable he has to lay back at range and that's never good versus Wlad. Also keep in mind that Thompson is a southpaw, his defense isn't bad, he's a cagey guy who blocks a lot of punches but the southpaw's biggest enemies are the left hook and right hand. Those just happen to be Wlad's best punches.

However, if Thompson is able to move forward and comes with an attack of his own, then Wlad isn't going to be able to beat him by just playing paddy cake. For that reason alone, I'm glad this is happening.