Ward VS Dawson in the works....

[Onix]

This is a technical boxing fans dream match, I personally am very interested in seeing it happen. Dawson is bigger but I dont think he has the tenacity to use that to his advantage, I can see Ward taking it to the bigger Dawson and fighting him in the style that he fought Alan Green and taking another victory.

Thoughts?

http://espn.go.com/boxing/story/_/id...ard-bout-works

[Jimanuel Boogustus]

The only thing that leads me to believe Dawson has a chance is that Ward hasn't used a new game plan in something like his last five fights so it gives Dawson a really good odds at getting the right tactics in place.


Good fight though ... I hope some of the other SMW's move up too.

[Rantcatrat]

The only thing that leads me to believe Dawson has a chance is that Ward hasn't used a new game plan in something like his last five fights so it gives Dawson a really good odds at getting the right tactics in place.


Good fight though ... I hope some of the other SMW's move up too.

It's a good tactical fight. I know some aren't excited about the style match-up, but I disagree. They should do it in Oakland in the fall.

[gest12645]

It would be interesting, but I'd rather see Bute- Ward first ( if Bute gets past Froch) . Dawson -Ward has a big chance of being ugly, but I can definately see this one happening in the future.

off topic- but I think it would be a smart move for Andre Dirrell to face Dawson. He'd have a great chance of becoming the LHW champ

[Onix]

It would be interesting, but I'd rather see Bute- Ward first ( if Bute gets past Froch) . Dawson -Ward has a big chance of being ugly, but I can definately see this one happening in the future.

off topic- but I think it would be a smart move for Andre Dirrell to face Dawson. He'd have a great chance of becoming the LHW champ

Great point! Dirrell Vs Ward is a more exciting LHW title fight too

[El Kabong]

A couple of things....
#1 Chad Dawson is not a smart fighter, neither is he technically sound. If he was either he'd use his height and reach and lure opponents in to counter punches. He doesn't, he digs his shoulder in and then pushes off to create space to work with. His defense is ok, but the tactics he uses are beyond moronic.

#2 I'd rather sandpaper my nipples off than watch these two fight

[shza]

The only thing that leads me to believe Dawson has a chance is that Ward hasn't used a new game plan in something like his last five fights so it gives Dawson a really good odds at getting the right tactics in place.


Good fight though ... I hope some of the other SMW's move up too.

It's a good tactical fight. I know some aren't excited about the style match-up, but I disagree. They should do it in Oakland in the fall.

I've wanted this fight since the Super 6 ended. I was really leaning in favor of Dawson before, but I'm finding myself more and more persuaded by people pointing to Ward's incredible level of determination and will to win. I still do think Dawson has nearly all of the physical and athletic advantages -- speed, power, height, reach, reflexes. It's about as close to a 50/50 I can think of at the elite levels.

And if they make it in Oakland, I will be at ringside for sure.

[Rantcatrat]

The only thing that leads me to believe Dawson has a chance is that Ward hasn't used a new game plan in something like his last five fights so it gives Dawson a really good odds at getting the right tactics in place.


Good fight though ... I hope some of the other SMW's move up too.

It's a good tactical fight. I know some aren't excited about the style match-up, but I disagree. They should do it in Oakland in the fall.

I've wanted this fight since the Super 6 ended. I was really leaning in favor of Dawson before, but I'm finding myself more and more persuaded by people pointing to Ward's incredible level of determination and will to win. I still do think Dawson has nearly all of the physical and athletic advantages -- speed, power, height, reach, reflexes. It's about as close to a 50/50 I can think of at the elite levels.

And if they make it in Oakland, I will be at ringside for sure.

Frankly, I think Oakland is the only logical place for it. Ward has a good fanbase there from what I've heard, and Dawson lacks a fanbase. I'm not sure it is the type of fight that does well in Vegas. Maybe though. Ringside in Oakland for Ward-Dawson would be brilliant.

[shza]

The only thing that leads me to believe Dawson has a chance is that Ward hasn't used a new game plan in something like his last five fights so it gives Dawson a really good odds at getting the right tactics in place.


Good fight though ... I hope some of the other SMW's move up too.

It's a good tactical fight. I know some aren't excited about the style match-up, but I disagree. They should do it in Oakland in the fall.

I've wanted this fight since the Super 6 ended. I was really leaning in favor of Dawson before, but I'm finding myself more and more persuaded by people pointing to Ward's incredible level of determination and will to win. I still do think Dawson has nearly all of the physical and athletic advantages -- speed, power, height, reach, reflexes. It's about as close to a 50/50 I can think of at the elite levels.

And if they make it in Oakland, I will be at ringside for sure.

Frankly, I think Oakland is the only logical place for it. Ward has a good fanbase there from what I've heard, and Dawson lacks a fanbase. I'm not sure it is the type of fight that does well in Vegas. Maybe though. Ringside in Oakland for Ward-Dawson would be brilliant.

No go for me. Locations being discussed are Atlantic City and LA, for September. (I suppose I'd maybe do LA.)