Dougie’s Monday Mailbag (Taylor-Ramirez, what’s next for Josh Taylor? Fury-Wilder 3)

JOSH TAYLOR DELIVERS

Hiya Doug,

Effectively, you had been proper, Ramirez’s coronary heart and dedication had been no match for Josh Taylor’s ability, energy, velocity and his personal psychological power. I used to be very impressed with the way in which Taylor stayed composed and managed to stay affected person whereas Ramirez confirmed his complete arsenal and truly hit him with some strong photographs to the physique in the course of the first half of the battle. He waited till he discovered that excellent opening, and growth! He caught him. From that second on it was all him.

The battle was a reasonably good scrap that confirmed us precisely what every man is. I had it somewhat wider than most (I wasn’t that impressed with Ramirez’ bursts to steal rounds) with Taylor comfortably successful 8-4. I didn’t give Ramirez the final spherical and I suppose that was the distinction with most individuals. I additionally had it 4-2 after 6 rounds and contemplating he knocked him down once more within the seventh, by the eighth spherical I believed he was approach forward and that he may cruise to a choice or attempt to KO him.    I feel he tried his greatest to complete the job however Ramirez just isn’t a straightforward man to battle, and I do know some folks will now name him fundamental and never pretty much as good, however ask Josh what he thinks of him, simpler mentioned than carried out. When you might have guys like Ramirez in entrance of you, you’re not solely going towards his potential within the ring, you’re additionally going towards his psychological power and can. I imagine he’ll come again in some form of kind and win a belt as soon as Josh leaves this division.

Now, concerning Josh Taylor, the place does he go from right here? How do you see a battle between him and Teofimo Lopez? Do you assume he might be aggressive with the likes of Shawn Porter, Keith Thurman, Terrence Crawford and the welterweight prime 5? I truthfully assume he can maintain his personal with any of them and I’d favor him over Porter and Thurman. What do you assume?

Regarding the greatest cojones within the sport right now, Manny Pacquiao could have his palms full this Summer season with Spence. I actually don’t assume it is a good battle for him at this stage of his profession, I feel this feels like a beatdown. Manny has not been within the ring in a very long time and his final battle towards Thurman, despite the fact that he gained, you could possibly see who he’s at this level of his profession. He could have that occasional burst of previous Manny that can get him a KD or a giant punch that provides him these additional factors however he could have rounds during which he’s simply performing his age. My guess is that he gained’t be capable to damage Spence and he shall be punished for 12 rounds. Sure, he could have his moments, however not like Thurman, Spence has fought excessive stage opposition within the final 24 rounds and isn’t as fragile as Keith and in his bodily prime. I favor Errol BIG. Who do you might have and the way do you see this battle?

Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder III, rely me in. Regardless that it wasn’t the best battle for me, I’m all for it. I feel it will likely be thrilling and Fury will KO Wilder once more inside 5 in an excellent scrap. Each time you might have these two within the ring, you recognize they’ll ship with drama. There’s a narrative right here and that issues. I’d’ve appreciated Wilder to take a tune-up confidence builder battle, however hey, as you mentioned, there’s some huge cash at stake right here for his handlers and they should money in whereas they will. Who wouldn’t?

Thanks once more Doug, hopefully the battle lands in Vegas and we get to have a drink or two like the great previous days! It’s been a very long time since these Barrera fights at that bar, what was it known as? Pink one thing, I forgot, however these had been good occasions. See ya quickly! – Juan Valverde, Chula Vista

I feel you’re referring to the Rouge bar/lounge contained in the MGM Grand proper across the nook from the principle elevators. I feel it’s one thing totally different now. Anyway, if Fury-Wilder 3 occurs on July 24, as deliberate, I gained’t be there. I’ve bought a household dedication in Louisiana (a memorial service for a beloved uncle) on that weekend. However there shall be different huge reveals in Vegas later this yr, hopefully/perhaps Canelo-Plant on Mexican Independence Day weekend, the place you and I’ll each be on the scene and reminisce concerning the good ole days.

Effectively, you had been proper, Ramirez’s coronary heart and dedication had been no match for Josh Taylor’s ability, energy, velocity and his personal psychological power. Yeah, I backed the suitable thoroughbred, nevertheless it was a nonetheless a near-photo end to my eyes. I’d say Ramirez’s coronary heart and dedication had been just about a fair match for all of Taylor’s attributes. However Taylor’s velocity, timing, accuracy and ruthlessness produced two clear knockdowns that A) shocked the s__t out of me, and B) had been the distinction within the battle to my eyes and the official judges scorecards. I’ve no downside with anybody who had Taylor up 7 rounds to five and even 8 rounds to 4 as you probably did. I watched the battle with a gaggle that included mates of Ramirez, and whereas they favored Taylor to win as I did (they’re very astute boxing folks), they had been rooting for Jose and that might have influenced me a bit.

I used to be very impressed with the way in which Taylor stayed composed and managed to stay affected person whereas Ramirez confirmed his complete arsenal and truly hit him with some strong photographs to the physique in the course of the first half of the battle. The primary seven rounds of the battle had been as intense and dramatic as world-class boxing will get.

He waited till he discovered that excellent opening, and growth! He caught him. From that second on it was all him. You gotta work in your ambiguous pronouns, Juan. I believed you had been a trainer. LOL. Anyway, I assume that final “him” is Taylor, however I disagree that the Scotsman was in full management for the remainder of the battle following the second knockdown. I believed Ramirez legitimately fought his approach again into the battle down the stretch.

I had it somewhat wider than most (I wasn’t that impressed with Ramirez’ bursts to steal rounds) with Taylor comfortably successful 8-4. I didn’t give Ramirez the final spherical and I suppose that was the distinction with most individuals. I scored the final two rounds for Ramirez. Taylor was coasting a bit an excessive amount of for me.

I additionally had it 4-2 after 6 rounds and contemplating he knocked him down once more within the seventh, by the eighth spherical I believed he was approach forward and that he may cruise to a choice or attempt to KO him. It’s by no means a good suggestion to attempt to “cruise” to a victory in Las Vegas, particularly when you’re the fighter visiting for the primary time from one other nation. I had the battle even after six rounds (1, 5 and 6 to Taylor, 2-4 to Ramirez).

I feel he tried his greatest to complete the job however Ramirez just isn’t a straightforward man to battle, and I do know some folks will now name him fundamental and never pretty much as good, however ask Josh what he thinks of him, simpler mentioned than carried out. The dolts that can name Ramirez “fundamental” are probably the identical fools that claimed Taylor is a “hype job.”

I imagine he’ll come again in some form of kind and win a belt as soon as Josh leaves this division. Most likely. I wouldn’t rely him out at welterweight. I’d like to see how his artful strain/volume-punching model meshes with Danny Garcia or Yordenis Ugas.

Now, concerning Josh Taylor, the place does he go from right here? Most likely a WBO obligatory protection vs. Jack Catterall in Scotland after which a superfight vs. both Teofimo Lopez or Terence Crawford. However earlier than he does any of that, he’s taking a visit up the pound-for-pound rankings.

How do you see a battle between him and Teofimo Lopez? I view it as a fair matchup. I feel Taylor can do loads of issues vs. Lopez that the smaller, older southpaw Vasiliy Lomachenko couldn’t get going till late of their battle. However Lopez may be stronger and much more explosive at 140, so it’s a harmful battle for the undisputed champ.

Do you assume he might be aggressive with the likes of Shawn Porter, Keith Thurman, Terence Crawford and the welterweight prime 5? Sure, I do. I feel he can beat Thurman, Danny Garcia and perhaps Ugas.

I truthfully assume he can maintain his personal with any of them and I’d favor him over Porter and Thurman. I’m undecided Taylor can beat Porter, however he can undoubtedly compete with any of them.

Regarding the greatest cojones within the sport right now, Manny Pacquiao could have his palms full this Summer season with Spence. No s__t. He’s a 42-year-old senator who turned professional in 1995 and hasn’t fought in two years.

I actually don’t assume it is a good battle for him at this stage of his profession, I feel this feels like a beatdown. Pacquiao is aware of what he’s signed up for. If must get KTFO to know when to hold up his glove, so be it. He actually wouldn’t be the primary ATG to exit like that.

I favor Errol BIG. Who do you might have and the way do you see this battle? I favor Spence, however I imagine the youthful man might want to field a disciplined battle to put on down and outpoint (or presumably halt) the long run first-ballot corridor of famer. Pacquiao’s combating Spence AND Father Time.  

Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder III, rely me in. What the hell, I’m not towards it. The promotion shall be a ridiculous s__t present, however that may be enjoyable.

I feel it will likely be thrilling and Fury will KO Wilder once more inside 5 in an excellent scrap. I feel there shall be loads of depth till Wilder will get cracked by every body these doubts and conspiracy theories come flooding out of his thoughts. Then it would get ugly, and perhaps weird and pitiful (see Lennox Lewis vs. Oliver McCall 2).

Each time you might have these two within the ring, you recognize they’ll ship with drama. I feel many of the drama will happen in the course of the promotional build-up.

There’s a narrative right here and that issues. I don’t assume there may be a lot of a narrative, however the animosity is actual, so we’ve bought a legit grudge match. Let’s see if the Prime Rank/ESPN and PBC/FOX can do one thing with that. July 24 is true across the nook.

I’d’ve appreciated Wilder to take a tune-up confidence builder battle, however hey, as you mentioned, there’s some huge cash at stake right here for his handlers and they should money in whereas they will. Who wouldn’t? If I had been Wilder’s supervisor/promoter/advisor, I’d have made the identical transfer.

 

TAYLOR-RAMIREZ

Hey Dougie,

It was an intense battle for seven rounds and though I had the Scotsman successful by a couple of rounds I used to be barely disenchanted he took the pedal off the fuel within the later rounds.

Was he gassing or simply overconfident of the scoring? – Rodemeyer

Possibly somewhat little bit of each, however I anticipated him decelerate a bit within the championship rounds. Taylor pale in the course of the remaining two rounds of the WBSS finals vs. Regis Prograis and Saturday’s showdown figured to be one other battle of attrition. I feel Taylor began coasting a bit by the ninth spherical to preserve his vitality in case he wanted to make a daring stand within the remaining two rounds, however Ramirez wasn’t capable of press him for the ultimate 6 minutes of the battle, so he was content material to stay and transfer and maintain when wanted.

Nonetheless, I believed Ramirez fought with extra zest in these remaining two rounds AND landed the tougher punches, so the Californian edged them on my scorecard, and he got here on robust on the official scorecards, too (Tim Cheatham had Ramirez sweeping Rounds 9-12), so it was a dangerous transfer by Taylor to ease up late within the battle, even with the 2 knockdowns he scored.

 

THE TARTAN TORNADO

Hello Dougie,

I hope you had birthday weekend simply previous. As a self-confessed fan-boy of Josh Taylor it felt like all my birthdays and festive seasons got here without delay with my boy’s excellent efficiency Saturday to turn into the undisputed 140-lb beltholder. Taylor is eighteen fights into his profession and Undisputed champion – Wow, 18 fights! How a lot kudos can we give this man for his willingness simply to battle the very best there may be obtainable to him?

And boy, is he turning up at these occasions: I personally scored the Ramirez match barely wider for Josh than the judges’ scorecards with 115-111.

Nevertheless, and I don’t like to lift issues like this, what was with the Ref Kenny Bayless on the 2nd knockdown in Rnd 7. First, his ref’s rely was actually miles out: I had 10 secs move earlier than he declared 6 in his personal rely and all informed it was 22 seconds from when Ramirez hit the canvas till the boxers engaged.

I genuinely imagine the Ref stopped Josh Taylor incomes a KO at that time as a result of Ramirez fell laborious from that lovely uppercut and was out of it. I have to confess to be dropping confidence in Bayless as a Ref now. There may be all the time some level of rivalry. Josh Taylor complained after the battle that Bayless consistently threatened him all night time he was going to deduct factors for speaking to Ramirez which Taylor insists he wasn’t doing. These Boxers at elite stage are warriors and danger far an excessive amount of for his or her livelihood to be impacted upon by incompetent referring.

However I don’t need to dwell an excessive amount of on what occurs subsequent for Taylor, little question he shall be inundated with provides however I do hope he honours Jack Catterall’s WBO obligatory that he stepped apart for to permit the unification battle to occur. I think about that might be the proper home-coming battle to happen in Edinburgh on the Fortress that Josh craves. If that battle occurs it’s essential to journey to see that one. Nevertheless, apart from a rematch with Regis Prograis I reckon he has just about cleaned out the division. Based mostly on Saturday’s performances I wouldn’t take into account Jose Zepeda to be at Taylor’s stage. With that, I have to ask, do you are feeling that Taylor already has a corridor of fame profession?

So, MM time to complete. I ponder simply how this work in progress that’s Taylor would measure as much as a number of the extra random latest 140lb champions in recent times, specifically:

Josh Taylor v Kosta Tszyu

v Ricky Hatton

v Amir Khan (when underneath Freddie Roach’s steering)

v Miguel Cotto

v ODLH

As all the time Dougie, I belief each you and the household are all effectively. Let’s hold our fingers crossed that extra of the present boxing champions dare to dream and take a leaf from Taylor’s and Ramirez’s guide by having need to be their division’s undisputed champion. Variety regards. – Raymond, Tranent, Scotland

Effectively, Ring light-weight champ Teofimo Lopez confirmed that need previous to Taylor-Ramirez, Ring 154-pound champ Jermell Charlo is displaying it going into his undisputed title match vs. WBO beltholder Brian Castano in July, and Ring tremendous middleweight champ Canelo Alvarez has made it clear that his objective for 2021 is face IBF titleholder Caleb Plant for all of the marbles at 168. I feel the highest two heavyweights – Ring/WBC champ Tyson Fury and unified beltholder Anthony Joshua – have a need to be the undisputed king of the glamor division, however all the cash and egos and the enterprise aspect of the game continues to get in the way in which of their showdown. But when Fury takes care of Deontay Wilder and Joshua does the identical with Aleksandr Usyk (a former undisputed champ himself), I feel they’ll power the battle to occur – hopefully in late 2021, however in all probability someday within the first half of 2022.

So, I feel we’re seeing a development amongst elite fighters and people who actually need to be considered as elite, and I prefer it higher than the division-hopping that has been en vouge for the reason that Nineteen Eighties, however has misplaced its luster with 17 weight courses and 4 main sanctioning our bodies, which produce multiple “world title” per division.

Your Legendary Matchups:

Josh Taylor v Kostya Tszyu – Tszyu by shut UD

v Ricky Hatton – Taylor by shut UD or MD

v Amir Khan (underneath Roach’s steering) – Taylor by shut UD

v Miguel Cotto – Cotto by shut, perhaps controversial UD/MD

v ODLH – De La Hoya by aggressive however clear UD (particularly the Jesus Rivero-trained model of TGB)

I hope you had birthday weekend simply previous. It was one. My spouse accompanied me to a comic book store on Melrose I’d by no means been to earlier than, and bought $200 price of floppies, TPB (together with volumes 1-8 of The Immortal Hulk, which is GREAT) and graphic novels; then we had a pleasant steak dinner and ice cream. That’s all I wanted on my birthday (Could 20). I’m a easy man. Watching the elite-level ability and valor on show in the course of the Taylor-Ramirez showdown at my buddy Tom Loeffler’s place (with the good Coach Schwartz and Dean and Jake Familton current) was icing on the proverbial cake.

As a self-confessed fan-boy of Josh Taylor it felt like all my birthdays and festive seasons got here without delay with my boy’s excellent efficiency Saturday to turn into the undisputed 140-lb beltholder. Anybody who’s been a Taylor supporter from Day One (or not less than for the reason that Scotsman stopped Ohara Davies in 2017) has cause to rejoice. That was a major victory.

Taylor is eighteen fights into his profession and Undisputed champion – Wow, 18 fights! How a lot kudos can we give this man for his willingness simply to battle the very best there may be obtainable to him? I feel Taylor deserves to be among the many Prime 5 within the Pound-for-Pound rankings. He beat high quality, undefeated junior welterweights to unify all the most important belts – 19-0 Ivan Baranchyk (No. 5 or 6 in The Ring rankings on the time Taylor confronted him), 24-0 Regis Prograis (No. 1 on the time) and 26-0 Ramirez (additionally No. 1). That terrific trio had a mixed report of 69-0 when Taylor fought them.

And boy, is he turning up at these occasions: I personally scored the Ramirez match barely wider for Josh than the judges’ scorecards with 115-111. That’s the tally that Andre Ward had, and you recognize in addition to I try this he can do no unsuitable, so that you’re in good firm.

What was with the Ref Kenny Bayless on the 2nd knockdown in Rnd 7. Bayless has turn into the brand new Joe Cortez (who, regardless of his catch phrase, was neither “agency” nor “truthful” as he bought older). I believed he slowed round with permitting the battle to renew after Ramirez instantly popped up following the primary knockdown Taylor scored. After giving him a intentionally gradual eight rely, he has Ramirez stroll to him after which wipes off his gloves. With the second knockdown, he truly helped Taylor arrange the uppercut on the within by touching Ramirez’s arm however not audibly calling for a break, as historian and CompuBox guru Lee Groves astutely identified on his Twitter account. Ramirez was distracted, momentarily relaxed in anticipation of Bayless both calling “break” or stepping between them, after which Taylor took benefit of the poor officiating and blasted the poor Californian with lovely uppercut.

First, his ref’s rely was actually miles out: I had 10 secs move earlier than he declared 6 in his personal rely and all informed it was 22 seconds from when Ramirez hit the canvas till the boxers engaged. No disrespect to Ramirez or his workforce as a result of I do know they’ve bought nothing to do with it, however from the place I used to be sitting it appeared like Bayless was attempting to look out for the American fighter.

I genuinely imagine the Ref stopped Josh Taylor incomes a KO at that time as a result of Ramirez fell laborious from that lovely uppercut and was out of it. I don’t learn about that. I believed Ramirez bought up clear-headed from each knockdowns and was able to punch again with gusto.

I have to confess to be dropping confidence in Bayless as a Ref now. He’s previous his prime. Interval. I don’t prefer it when he’s assigned main fights in Vegas.

However I don’t need to dwell an excessive amount of on what occurs subsequent for Taylor, little question he shall be inundated with provides however I do hope he honours Jack Catterall’s WBO obligatory that he stepped apart for to permit the unification battle to occur. I feel he’ll.

I think about that might be the proper home-coming battle to happen in Edinburgh on the Fortress that Josh craves. If that battle occurs it’s essential to journey to see that one. I doubt I’ll be doing that, however signal me up for Taylor-Prograis II wherever that battle would possibly land.

Based mostly on Saturday’s performances I wouldn’t take into account Jose Zepeda to be at Taylor’s stage. Yeah, however I don’t that’s the model of Zepeda that might present up for Taylor.

With that, I have to ask, do you are feeling that Taylor already has a corridor of fame profession? He’s not there but however he’s clearly headed in the suitable path.

 

BOXING IS ALIVE AND WELL

Dougie,

I’d wish to want you and all the different hardcore followers a Comfortable Birthday! The masks could also be off, however the gloves had been undoubtedly on giving us all a present to recollect. I believed all three fights delivered and on fundamental cable as well! You understand I like the Sport and might often discover good on any card, however what number of PPV’s ship 3 fights this entertaining?

I’ll be brief, as a result of I do know everybody could have a lot to say about Taylor and Ramirez (I). I’m considering Trilogy for these guys, however Taylor’s choices make my head spin. One other battle with Prograis is a can’t miss, Lopez must be on the menu, Garcia gained’t make 135 for much longer. The one query I don’t know is how simple does Taylor make 140? I believed he appeared a lot larger than Ramirez, so perhaps ready on the massive names to maneuver up from 135 is an excessive amount of to ask. Play supervisor for each Taylor and Ramirez, what’s the following play, how lengthy do you permit for restoration, and so forth…

Once more, Comfortable Birthday!!! Boxing is certainly again in a giant approach!!!!

Thanks for the good work and I want you continued success. – Scott

Thanks for the birthday needs, Scott.

In an ideal world, I’d have Ramirez (perhaps after a break and a tune-up) tackle Prograis, and the winner problem the undisputed champ in an anticipated rematch. Each Jose and Regis fought brave and really shut fights towards Taylor, so each are deserving of a second shot, however who ought to get first crack? Allow them to battle for that proper! There’s no approach it wouldn’t be an superior barnburner, which might simply create extra hype and momentum towards the Taylor rematch.

Nevertheless, I feel main showdowns with fellow pound-for-pound gamers Teofimo Lopez and/or Terence Crawford are what Taylor will push for, and I’m all for him daring to be nice.

The one query I don’t know is how simple does Taylor make 140? He didn’t look dried out in any respect on the weigh-in to my eyes, and I believed he was quick and powerful in the course of the battle, so I assume he can nonetheless make junior welterweight with out draining himself.

I believed he appeared a lot larger than Ramirez, so perhaps ready on the massive names to maneuver up from 135 is an excessive amount of to ask. Taylor’s undoubtedly bought the body to hold 147 kilos, however I feel he could be prepared to attend on the likes of Lopez and Ryan Garcia to problem him at 140. These could be HUGE fights.

 

UNDISPUTED

Morning Dougie,

I can’t assist myself however write in after that.

What. A. Combat.

Firstly, respect to the warrior that’s Jose Ramirez. By no means stopped attempting or coming ahead and no give up in that dude.

The night time belongs to the Tartan Twister. I’ll fortunately say that when the choice was introduced, my greatest good friend and I began crying. Lastly, Scotland has a declare to fame on the worldwide sports activities scene.

Ideas on the battle and the place each improbable fighters go from right here? Have you ever ever had a fighter that you simply’ve been so emotionally invested in? Thanks. – Euan, Dunfermline, Scotland

In fact! I used to be that approach with Muhammad Ali and Sugar Ray Leonard after I was a child (and I remained that approach with Leonard till the Hagler battle in ’87). Within the ’90s I used to be like that with Kostya Tszyu and Marco Antonio Barrera. It damage after they took their first “L,” and much more so when a lot of the boxing world wrote them off. However then it was even sweeter after they bounced again. I used to be like that with Edwin Valero within the early-to-mid-2000s, particularly previous to his first title shot in 2006. I’d tabbed him for large issues early on, so my rep and satisfaction had been on the road when he fought. The one fighter that I really feel emotionally tied to now’s “Chocolatito.”

Having mentioned that, I used to be more than happy with Taylor’s victory despite the fact that I actually didn’t have a horse in that race. However I’d been excessive on him for years, picked him to win the battle, and I’d felt that The Ring had disrespected him by not rating him in our pound-for-pound prime 10 following the Prograis victory (disgrace on us despite the fact that it was a mistake that we later rectified), so it made me really feel good to see him prevail and obtain the overdue respect from followers, media and boxing insiders from around the globe.

As for the place Taylor and Ramirez go from right here, I feel your hero has bought some bona-fide superfights on deck, whereas I wouldn’t be stunned if Jose jumped to 147 earlier than the Scotsman does.

 

WONDERFUL BOXING WEEKEND

Hey Doug,

What a terrific boxing weekend! I’ve been totally wanting ahead for that Taylor-Ramirez battle and I’m so blissful my choose for Taylor was proper. Some folks thought that the week of their battle, they’re not the main target due to a lot information about Pac-Spence and the Heavyweight brouhaha. Nonetheless, I feel it solely made boxing extra thrilling as a result of individuals are tuning in (hardcore and a few casuals) figuring out that so much is going on.

Again to Taylor, I feel he’s actually proficient, greater than Ramirez going to the battle. Prograis was truly higher than Ramirez if in comparison with their earlier efficiency. There’s cause why he and his workforce didn’t make him be a part of the 140 WBSS tourney earlier than. That knockdown in Spherical 7 was presupposed to be the ending if Bayless didn’t assist.

I hope Taylor stays at 140 for extra fights. Possibly he can go 147 if he desires to battle Crawford however nonetheless there are such a lot of nice fights for him in 140. Crawford leaving 140 earlier than was as a result of there was nobody good left at that division. Who do you assume wins btw between Taylor and both Teofimo if he comes up, Crawford and Prograis II?

P.S. Though I need to see the heavyweight undisputed battle, it’s truly good to see Joshua vs. Usyk too (not that a lot serious about Wilder-Fury III however I’ll nonetheless watch it). The sports activities is on for a few GREAT fights. PAC AND SPENCE! (Win or lose, Pac is a warrior and a residing respiration legend to battle such a formidable champ.)

Thanks for the time and I hope you loved the weekend too along with your bday. Thanks. – Djbianca Frost

Thanks for sharing your ideas with us, DJF.

Pacquiao is the true deal, Usyk is an actual challenger for Joshua, and Fury-Wilder 3 is an actual grudge match. Toss in Haney-Linares, Oubaali-Donaire, Charlo-Castano, Tank vs. Barrios, Diaz Jr.- and Casimero-Rigo and we’re speaking a couple of HOT boxing summer season.

Again to Taylor, I feel he’s actually proficient, greater than Ramirez going to the battle. Agreed. I feel he proved it to all of his doubters together with his efficiency and people two knockdowns.

Prograis was truly higher than Ramirez if in comparison with their earlier efficiency. It’s a matter of opinion, however Prograis was rated greater than Ramirez previous to dropping to Taylor.

There’s a cause why he and his workforce didn’t make him be a part of the 140 WBSS tourney earlier than. I wasn’t blissful about that call, together with a legion of hardcore heads, however Ramirez has solely confronted world-class opposition since successful his WBC title and his WBO unification victory over Maurice Hooker (in Mo’s hometown, on a card promoted by Mo’s promoter/platform) was a boss transfer. I’ve solely bought respect for Ramirez, much more so following his gutsy effort vs. Taylor.

That knockdown in Spherical 7 was presupposed to be the ending if Bayless didn’t assist. Consider it or not, Bayless was probably the greatest refs – arguably THE greatest ref – in boxing in the course of the late Nineties and early 2000s.

I hope Taylor stays at 140 for extra fights. I feel he’ll.

Possibly he can go to 147 if he desires to battle Crawford however nonetheless there are such a lot of nice fights for him in 140. He may presumably problem Bud at welterweight after which drop again all the way down to 140 if he’s unsuccessful.

Crawford leaving 140 earlier than was as a result of there was nobody good left at that division. The division is so much deeper now.

Who do you assume wins btw between Taylor and both Teofimo if he comes up, Crawford and Prograis II? I feel Crawford deserves to be a strong favourite, and I’d choose him to win a choice, however these Lopez and Prograis are even fights. I don’t have favorites in these matchups. I simply need to see ’em!