Froch vs Dirrell

[El Kabong]

Exactly! Dirrell is bigger than JT, he's faster, he's in better shape, and he's got some wrinkles in his game that JT didn't have, ie the ability to fight either orthodox or southpaw

[Cobra-Fan]

Exactly! Dirrell is bigger than JT, he's faster, he's in better shape, and he's got some wrinkles in his game that JT didn't have, ie the ability to fight either orthodox or southpaw

Whilst Dirrell may have some tangible advantages i.e. size and speed you cannot underestimate some facts that suggest Froch will win this bout:

(1) Dirrell has not fough professionally outside the United States. It is an uncertain as to how well he will travel. Froch, fighting in his home town will have considerable partisan support.
(2) Looked in depth at Dirrell's resume on boxing rec and he has not faced any boxers of the calibre of Froch who has fought Jean Pascal (Current light heavy WBC Champ) and Taylor (twice beaten B-HOP) in his past 2 fights.

[TigerFan]

This is going to be a close fight IMO. I'm 60% to 40% in favor of Froch. I give Froch the advantage due to his experience and power. Not to mention the fight taking place in Nottingham. I can see how and why people would back Dirrell to beat Froch. He has the style to give him fits.

I came across this video earlier. Not sure if you guys had seen it before. Thought I'd share it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEM2hVz3wfo

[Rantcatrat]

Generally, the odds are still that Froch will beat Dirrell.

Boxing Betting: Carl Froch v Andre Dirrell : Boxing Betting : Other sports

http://www.saddoboxing.com/boxingfor...ote=1&p=790101

Anyone have a change of heart about this fight?