Devon Alexander v Lucas Matthysse - thoughts?

[Master]

This is surprisingly good matchup which shows both teams want to take a big step forward to bigger matches rather than just tread water with routine fights. I have never seen Matthysse but on record he looks a big puncher and Devon is a slick boxer, who seemed unable to impose himself on Bradley. No idea who wins but a very good matchup from both teams. Well done and more of this appreciated.

[Pavlik]

lucas is a beast if devon stops him, the bradley loss will be forgiven. go devon!

[rjj tszyu]

I see Matthysse taking Devon. I'm not really too impressed by Alexander at all. He ruined a potential half decent fight with Bradley with his negativity, and he seemed to lack in confidence for a man who was supposed to be a world champion.

As for Matthyse I have been impressed, I do think he lost a very close decision to Judah but he gained more than he lost from that fight and his power has to be seriously respected.

[DopeyKev]

I wouldn't call Alexander a slick boxer at all. I'd call him a clumsy, shoe shining mess. WAR Matthysse.

[Rantcatrat]

lucas is a beast if devon stops him, the bradley loss will be forgiven. go devon!

What are the odds on this fight?

[J_C]

lucas is a beast if devon stops him, the bradley loss will be forgiven. go devon!

What are the odds on this fight?

Alexander is a healthy favourite. Only a few books so far out (im in the UK), best odds ive seen for either fighter is 2/5 Alexander and 11/4 Matthysse

[boxingbantz]

lucas is a beast if devon stops him, the bradley loss will be forgiven. go devon!

What are the odds on this fight?

Alexander is a healthy favourite. Only a few books so far out (im in the UK), best odds ive seen for either fighter is 2/5 Alexander and 11/4 Matthysse

11/4 is giving money away.

Gonna stick a few quid on that.

[Rantcatrat]

Have either of these guys ever been knocked down or out? Amateur or Professional?

[Rantcatrat]

For the people who think Lucas Matthysse will win, will you explain your reasons? To me, other than Matthysse's punching power, Devon is superior in pretty much every single category: foot speed, defense, movement, hand speed, balance, coordination, combination punching, ring generalship. Plus the fight is in Alexander's hometown. The deck is stacked against Matthysse. People are down on Alexander because he essentially quit against Bradley and I think they are underrating him because of it.

I don't see how Matthysse wins unless he catches Alexander. Devon plays it safe and moves around all night and he wins on the cards or he catches Matthysse coming in and knocks him out. Why am I totally off here?