Man, I'm really surprised to hear somebody say they "hate" either of these two guys. IMO, they're two of the more respectable guys in the game today in any class. I'm like the other guy, why do you hate Winky? Obviously you hate Taylor b/c of his fights with X. Which, if you're a die-hard Hopkins fan, is understandable in the first fight. I thought B-Hop won too, but he didn't do anything in the first 4-5 rounds. I think he averaged 7 punches throw per round in the span of the first fight, so I sure didn't feel sorry for him. The second one I've seen several times, and while it was close, as a neutral observer and big boxing fan, Taylor won that one.

Now to this fight. I think it'll be a very good, very close fight. Those tuning in for blood and a plethora of power shots might not enjoy it, but boxing purists should love it. I really don't know who's going to win, but If I have to, I'll pick Taylor. The buzz after Taylor's public workout Wednesday is that he looks fantastic. He's got a laser jab and, if nothing else, was dead even at the worst in 24 rounds with the executioner, one of the best boxers in the last 20 years. Winky ain't B-hop, and Taylor will only be better. He's young, so naturally he should progress with each fight, plus the addition of Emanuel Steward. I really look for Taylor to be pretty sharp and win 8-4 or 7-5. Can't wait and good luck to both of these guys.