On paper a mismatch, but aren't all fights involving Wlad nowadays? Wlad is the Gold Standard but Pianeta is not the bum that the general public believe. I (and Wlad) know Pianeta is a better fighter than some of the "marquee" names that Wlad has been beating up over the past several years...

Why I'll be watching this fight:

Pianeta
1) Left handed (Wlad doesn't like lefties)
2) Young and strong only 28 yrs old
3) Good chin - never been knocked down
4) Appears in great shape
5) Good footwork - seems to create range
6) Not a gross height mismatch

Wlad
1) No more Manny - will his psyche be affected?
2) 37 years old - no spring chicken
3) Has not been tested in years
4) made his money, got engaged, living the "red carpet" lifestyle
5) While Pianeta is not heavy handed Wlad never had a great chin.

They both appear to be in great physical condition which is refreshing. I also get the impression that Pianeta is not showing up just for the payday as so many of Wlads recent opponents have. Either way these are two class individuals who represent what the sport should be about....Now let's hope we see a fight