Have been thinking about this for a while and definately have an opinion on this fight. Just waiting for it to come up on here to discuss...

I think at this stage its pretty unanimous we all feel Geale should win this return bout. His work rate will be the difference. I too see a UD for Geale or even mid round stoppage. Geale is hitting a lot harder since their last bout too. I share many sentiments ThirdManIn has. Not sure whether Geale's power punching along with his work rate and pressure will be something the 37yr old Mundine can handle at this stage in his career. I saw footage of Choc (Mundine's nickname) sparring in preparation for this bout and he is getting hit far too often in the inside fighting with some of Geale's best weapons which is the inside uppercut and short hooks to the head.

In saying that Mundine is a world class athlete IMO and has reached heights in both sports he has competed in. With this world class athleticism comes world class experience too! Like most top class athletes Choc has an unbelievable ability to dig deep within himself and respond to pressure cooker situations. This fight with Geale considering it is his last roll of the dice is exactly this situation.

Choc at Middleweight is still blistering fast (especially his cobra like jab) and takes more of his power from his SMW days rather than his lack of (power) when he fights at Jnr MW. He still has the skill set to trouble Geale more than either Sturn or Sylvester IMO. For Choc to be competetive here he has to establish power jabs with power crosses, quick crisp hooks, slick slips and defense and don't let Geale sit on him and work his combos. Essentially Choc has to dig into all his reserves and arsenal to pull this one out IMO, and I do believe Choc has the power to stop Geale too if an opportunity presents itself.

Just off topic does anyone know how ticket sales are goin for this fight?

p.s thanks guys for all your subjective/constructive feedback and comments and not turning this into a troll fest bagging on Mundine or the fact that its an Aus bout. It is still a championship fight and I commend you guys for your comments in regards to it. It also shows a great deal of respect towards the TS! Peace guys!!!