Early Pavlik-Taylor poll

[TitoFan]

This is the next logical big fight at middleweight. If the promoters don't get in the way, or Taylor decides to pursue other objectives, what do you think the outcome would be? A little backup to your opinion would be nice. I'll begin.....

I voted Pavlik by decision. Deep down inside, Taylor may want to avoid Pavlik..... but I think public opinion and pressure will eventually make him face Pavlik, whether he wants to or not. Once inside the ring, I think Taylor will find a fighter with no reverse, an incredible chin, and underrated boxing skills (I honestly think Pavlik doesn't get enough credit for his skills. He chose to go right at Miranda as a tactic, but THAT doesn't make him a bad boxer).

Taylor will try to outbox Pavlik and just stay away, avoiding the KO. But Pavlik will score enough to win a convincing decision. My second choice would be Pavlik by KO, but I don't see that happening with Taylor being overly cautious.

To those that say that Taylor "fights down to the level of his opposition" as an excuse for his less-than-impressive performances lately, I say........ I'm not convinced. I'm one of those who thought the world of Taylor's potential a few years ago, only to be completely disappointed.

So my prediction stands: Pavlik by decision (and by KO if Taylor gets brave or careless).

[SigmaMu]

I had my eye on Pavlik about 2 years ago and then I said nah, hes all hype. Little by little he moved up to 20 then 15 then was going back and forth on 10 and today he is number one. Damn! I have to go with Pavlik on this one. I can't stand Taylor. I am not very big on Pavlik but I like him more than Taylor. The Pavlik who faught last night vs the Taylor who faught last night, Pavlik wins. I don't know if Pavlik wins by ko but Pavlik did fight and lose to Taylor in the amatuers and I am sure he would like to redeem himself. He has the momentum.

[TitoFan]

Pavlik can bang, has a hell of a chin, and has good skills in the ring. Plus.... he has shown good heart. Not too many chinks in that armor.

[LegendBoxing65]

Pavlik can bang, has a hell of a chin, and has good skills in the ring. Plus.... he has shown good heart. Not too many chinks in that armor.

Against guys of Miranda quality no chinks. But when you step up in competition it is sometimes clear how the chinks show up.

[TitoFan]

Pavlik can bang, has a hell of a chin, and has good skills in the ring. Plus.... he has shown good heart. Not too many chinks in that armor.

Against guys of Miranda quality no chinks. But when you step up in competition it is sometimes clear how the chinks show up.

So now Miranda's a bum?

[Kev]

Pavlick looked great yesterday whilst Taylor sucked balls but I stil believe if the two met Jermain would just about hold onto his title, although one wanders if it is close whether Taylor's luck with the judges will eventually run out.

[LegendBoxing65]

Pavlik can bang, has a hell of a chin, and has good skills in the ring. Plus.... he has shown good heart. Not too many chinks in that armor.

Against guys of Miranda quality no chinks. But when you step up in competition it is sometimes clear how the chinks show up.

So now Miranda's a bum?

He is not a bum ,but Taylor fought Bernard twice and Winky once. With those two guys on his record Pavlik has to show what he can do . Beating Miranda is not at that level. Do you really think Pavlik has Taylor all swollen in round 6 and knocking him down like that if they fight??

[TitoFan]

Pavlik can bang, has a hell of a chin, and has good skills in the ring. Plus.... he has shown good heart. Not too many chinks in that armor.

Against guys of Miranda quality no chinks. But when you step up in competition it is sometimes clear how the chinks show up.

So now Miranda's a bum?

He is not a bum ,but Taylor fought Bernard twice and Winky once. With those two guys on his record Pavlik has to show what he can do . Beating Miranda is not at that level. Do you really think Pavlik has Taylor all swollen in round 6 and knocking him down like that if they fight??

Definitely not, LB65. I agree that Taylor is a lot more polished than Miranda. That's why I'd lean toward a Pavlik win by decision. I don't think today's Taylor can hurt Pavlik, whereas I also think Pavlik has the skills to hurt Taylor and put him on his bike.

[Mike Tyson ko power]

Ive gone for Pavlik early