Lets Meet In Here Sunday The 9TH

[Youngblood]

I thik the majority of us have insulated ourselves well enough, that if Joe wins, we can say..."Yes, we knew...nice one, now let's move on. "

or if Roy wins, can say..."TOLD YOU SO ."

[The Fightfan]

I'll be here. I think Joe will win this fight and no I will not talk a bunch of shit like other's do. I forget the person's name but after I predicted a Chazz Witherspoon victory over Aerreola that asshole went on a half hour after the fight and did nothing but shove that shit in my face. So in turn I wouldn't do that to anyone because it does frustrate,and aggravate you.

[PRIDE OF BOSTON]

I'm gonna go on record and admit that IF Roy wins I won't be coming on, while the likes of Pride and JT are great to have a reasonable debate with, many on here WILL be talking shit. Probably won't come on even if Joe wins, as it is just after a fight people exhibit the least perspective, but if I do I'll guarantee I'll be gloat free, but considering my wobbling confidence in Joe I won't be in a position to gloat anyway.

I have confidence(although my heart tugs in the other directin) that Joe will slap out a hard fought win. He has a chin and loads of stamina... He'd be tough for anyone to beat...

His swarming attacks, although lacking power and crispness, seem to sway judges... I really think thats what it comes down to is judging. Like when Joe fought Hop the compbox #s were just silly and it's like the judges saw the same thing... Like for every 4 or five punches Joe threw like one would land... and not flush at that. But even so I had Joe winning by a point due to his sheer outworking Hop in the later rounds.

I know we saw a resurgence of Hopkins against Pavlik but Hokins has never been KOd and has less wear and tear due to his style.

I'm just not sure how Roy intends on dealing with Joes speed and output. We've also seen in the past that Joe has no problem getting up off the canvas and fighting on at a higher level then befor he hit the mat.

I don't know.... This is a strange fight to try to predict to me. I just don't see Roy doing enough or KOing Joe...

[Bomp]

I'm gonna go on record and admit that IF Roy wins I won't be coming on, while the likes of Pride and JT are great to have a reasonable debate with, many on here WILL be talking shit. Probably won't come on even if Joe wins, as it is just after a fight people exhibit the least perspective, but if I do I'll guarantee I'll be gloat free, but considering my wobbling confidence in Joe I won't be in a position to gloat anyway.

I have confidence(although my heart tugs in the other directin) that Joe will slap out a hard fought win. He has a chin and loads of stamina... He'd be tough for anyone to beat...

His swarming attacks, although lacking power and crispness, seem to sway judges... I really think thats what it comes down to is judging. Like when Joe fought Hop the compbox #s were just silly and it's like the judges saw the same thing... Like for every 4 or five punches Joe threw like one would land... and not flush at that. But even so I had Joe winning by a point due to his sheer outworking Hop in the later rounds.

I know we saw a resurgence of Hopkins against Pavlik but Hokins has never been KOd and has less wear and tear due to his style.

I'm just not sure how Roy intends on dealing with Joes speed and output. We've also seen in the past that Joe has no problem getting up off the canvas and fighting on at a higher level then befor he hit the mat.

I don't know.... This is a strange fight to try to predict to me. I just don't see Roy doing enough or KOing Joe...

This is how I see it as well, at first I thought Joe would win a wide decision, but now I think it's gonna be close, and if it's close it could go either way. Joe's not been hurting people for a long time, the last guy he could hurt was Lacy, and that crazy mofo was running into every one of them punches.

[PRIDE OF BOSTON]

I'm gonna go on record and admit that IF Roy wins I won't be coming on, while the likes of Pride and JT are great to have a reasonable debate with, many on here WILL be talking shit. Probably won't come on even if Joe wins, as it is just after a fight people exhibit the least perspective, but if I do I'll guarantee I'll be gloat free, but considering my wobbling confidence in Joe I won't be in a position to gloat anyway.

I have confidence(although my heart tugs in the other directin) that Joe will slap out a hard fought win. He has a chin and loads of stamina... He'd be tough for anyone to beat...

His swarming attacks, although lacking power and crispness, seem to sway judges... I really think thats what it comes down to is judging. Like when Joe fought Hop the compbox #s were just silly and it's like the judges saw the same thing... Like for every 4 or five punches Joe threw like one would land... and not flush at that. But even so I had Joe winning by a point due to his sheer outworking Hop in the later rounds.

I know we saw a resurgence of Hopkins against Pavlik but Hokins has never been KOd and has less wear and tear due to his style.

I'm just not sure how Roy intends on dealing with Joes speed and output. We've also seen in the past that Joe has no problem getting up off the canvas and fighting on at a higher level then befor he hit the mat.

I don't know.... This is a strange fight to try to predict to me. I just don't see Roy doing enough or KOing Joe...

This is how I see it as well, at first I thought Joe would win a wide decision, but now I think it's gonna be close, and if it's close it could go either way. Joe's not been hurting people for a long time, the last guy he could hurt was Lacy, and that crazy mofo was running into every one of them punches.

I hope I can come in here on Sunday and say I was wrong but I def. don't see it happening. All the props to Roy if he can pull it off cuz the way my minds eye sees it, it would be a monumental upset.

[Tysonbruno]

Seems to be alot of confident backers for this fight as well as intelligent and unintelligent outspoken fans, which is great..

I have a long standing tradition after big fights, that I predicted right.. I really dont gloat and if I was wrong I ALWAYS am gracious and admit I was wrong and give full credit to the fighter if he wins..

Ross
Greig
London BB
LeftyLee
Fenster
Drago
Miles
Oumafan
and whomever else who wants to

I challenge you to do the same since some you guys are pretty denigrating toward Jones, so lets meet in here Sunday and have a coffee and intelligent conversation regardless of who wins? What do you say?

See you Sunday then boys and girls

[Bomp]

I have confidence(although my heart tugs in the other directin) that Joe will slap out a hard fought win. He has a chin and loads of stamina... He'd be tough for anyone to beat...

His swarming attacks, although lacking power and crispness, seem to sway judges... I really think thats what it comes down to is judging. Like when Joe fought Hop the compbox #s were just silly and it's like the judges saw the same thing... Like for every 4 or five punches Joe threw like one would land... and not flush at that. But even so I had Joe winning by a point due to his sheer outworking Hop in the later rounds.

I know we saw a resurgence of Hopkins against Pavlik but Hokins has never been KOd and has less wear and tear due to his style.

I'm just not sure how Roy intends on dealing with Joes speed and output. We've also seen in the past that Joe has no problem getting up off the canvas and fighting on at a higher level then befor he hit the mat.

I don't know.... This is a strange fight to try to predict to me. I just don't see Roy doing enough or KOing Joe...

This is how I see it as well, at first I thought Joe would win a wide decision, but now I think it's gonna be close, and if it's close it could go either way. Joe's not been hurting people for a long time, the last guy he could hurt was Lacy, and that crazy mofo was running into every one of them punches.

I hope I can come in here on Sunday and say I was wrong but I def. don't see it happening. All the props to Roy if he can pull it off cuz the way my minds eye sees it, it would be a monumental upset.

It all depends on Roy, if he really is as shot as some say then he could be stopped late out of tiredness. That's the problem I have with this fight, if Joe wins easy there's nothing to brag about as it will be a testament to Roy's decline more than anything. I also like Roy as well, have always been a fan, so I won't take any pleasure watching him get battered, especially if he's deluded and thinking of continuing afterwards.

[Youngblood]

On a more serious note:

Watching the 3rd (?) 24/7 last night...Roy seemed very sober, maybe tentative and somewhat unsure of himself. I heard his words, but read his body and facial expressions...and he is either taking this fight more seriously and realistically then he has recent fights, or is generally not going in with much confidence.

I just hope for a good display, is what it boils down to for me. Let's face it. Both fighters have already made their mark on the boxing world. It would be nice to see them finishing on a high note.

[Tysonbruno]

In 24/7 i thought Roy was very positive and ready i think its going to be a good perhaps even great fight.

[yvonne]

Im rooting for Calzaghe,though i do admire Jones for his legacy in the noble art game!I just want to see these both fighters battle it out as if it was their really last entrance through the ropes of a boxing ring!I have'nt got a clue of how the fight will progress when it kicks off,but i will mention this to you's is that im putting money on a draw!At a price of 25/1 its well worth £5-£10.

[Markusdarkus]

Count me in i shouldn`t be to hungover,

[Spicoli]

Seems to be alot of confident backers for this fight as well as intelligent and unintelligent outspoken fans, which is great..

I have a long standing tradition after big fights, that I predicted right.. I really dont gloat and if I was wrong I ALWAYS am gracious and admit I was wrong and give full credit to the fighter if he wins..

Ross
Greig
London BB
LeftyLee
Fenster
Drago
Miles
Oumafan
and whomever else who wants to

I challenge you to do the same since some you guys are pretty denigrating toward Jones, so lets meet in here Sunday and have a coffee and intelligent conversation regardless of who wins? What do you say?

Truely crushed JT..... May I invite myself Lol.Even though my mom may throw a meaner right hand than Joe.

[JT Rock]

Seems to be alot of confident backers for this fight as well as intelligent and unintelligent outspoken fans, which is great..

I have a long standing tradition after big fights, that I predicted right.. I really dont gloat and if I was wrong I ALWAYS am gracious and admit I was wrong and give full credit to the fighter if he wins..

Ross
Greig
London BB
LeftyLee
Fenster
Drago
Miles
Oumafan
and whomever else who wants to

I challenge you to do the same since some you guys are pretty denigrating toward Jones, so lets meet in here Sunday and have a coffee and intelligent conversation regardless of who wins? What do you say?

Truely crushed JT..... May I invite myself Lol.Even though my mom may throw a meaner right hand than Joe.

We got plenty of room for you, just bring the donuts

[OumaFan]

This will be the most off I've been on a pick in forever, even moreso than Hopkins-Tarver. I mean I pretty confidently picked Cotto over Margarito but I could easily envision Cotto losing, even being stopped. Here I just can't envision Roy winning.

Personally I don't get people not showing up after a loss Just me I guess. Its not that big of a deal.

[OumaFan]

I mean I showed up after the fighter who my screen name is based on lossed to Cornelius fucking Bundrage. So cry me a river Hatton fans.