My early lean is JMM... however, I'm starting to like the under. Diaz isn't hard to find and I'm not sure he has tasted any true power yet. JMM isn't a huge puncher, but better than most. I'm not sure how many clean counters Diaz will be able to eat. I'm pretty sure this will be a war. The under also covers a cut or a Diaz TKO if he wears JMM out with his volume.
I don't know what they'll put JMM ITD at, but I can't picture it being better than +285, the current price of the under 10.5 at 5dimes. However....
I'm going to parlay it with Juarez at +260. I can't pass this up at 300 to win 3858.
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My early lean is JMM... however, I'm starting to like the under. Diaz isn't hard to find and I'm not sure he has tasted any true power yet. JMM isn't a huge puncher, but better than most. I'm not sure how many clean counters Diaz will be able to eat. I'm pretty sure this will be a war. The under also covers a cut or a Diaz TKO if he wears JMM out with his volume.
I don't know what they'll put JMM ITD at, but I can't picture it being better than +285, the current price of the under 10.5 at 5dimes. However....
I'm going to parlay it with Juarez at +260. I can't pass this up at 300 to win 3858.
God I hope so. . . I always liked Marquez's heart, and Diaz should be willing to trade shots as well. Looking forward to seeing lots of brutal exchanges.
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Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
I'm pretty sure this will be a war.
God I hope so. . . I always liked Marquez's heart, and Diaz should be willing to trade shots as well. Looking forward to seeing lots of brutal exchanges.
My early lean is JMM... however, I'm starting to like the under. Diaz isn't hard to find and I'm not sure he has tasted any true power yet. JMM isn't a huge puncher, but better than most. I'm not sure how many clean counters Diaz will be able to eat. I'm pretty sure this will be a war. The under also covers a cut or a Diaz TKO if he wears JMM out with his volume.
I don't know what they'll put JMM ITD at, but I can't picture it being better than +285, the current price of the under 10.5 at 5dimes. However....
I'm going to parlay it with Juarez at +260. I can't pass this up at 300 to win 3858.
Diaz is there to be hit but he is also pretty tough. I think JMM rolls to a UD.
Any play on Juarez seems to me to be a throwaway.
Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
My early lean is JMM... however, I'm starting to like the under. Diaz isn't hard to find and I'm not sure he has tasted any true power yet. JMM isn't a huge puncher, but better than most. I'm not sure how many clean counters Diaz will be able to eat. I'm pretty sure this will be a war. The under also covers a cut or a Diaz TKO if he wears JMM out with his volume.
I don't know what they'll put JMM ITD at, but I can't picture it being better than +285, the current price of the under 10.5 at 5dimes. However....
I'm going to parlay it with Juarez at +260. I can't pass this up at 300 to win 3858.
Diaz is there to be hit but he is also pretty tough. I think JMM rolls to a UD.
Diaz is there to be hit but he is also pretty tough. I think JMM rolls to a UD.
Any play on Juarez seems to me to be a throwaway.
You probably are correct. Also, I can't pull the trigger on JMM. The more I think about this fight, the less I like him. That cut really bothered Diaz against Campbell. He would have won that fight running away without that issue. I don't think he had any idea how to respond. I have this gut feeling that Diaz makes JMM look very old very fast. I've tried to look at it 1,000 ways, but I keep seeing Diaz outworking him over 12 rounds. Maybe less.
I also underestimated Diaz's body punching. Unless he gets rocked early on, I think he'll take the fight over at some point in the middle rounds. Throw in some home cooking on the cards and we could have another mild upset in the boxing world.
I think the torch will get passed this weekend. Before I talk myself out of it, I'll probably bet Diaz for around a nickel.
Quote Originally Posted by HakAttack1:
Diaz is there to be hit but he is also pretty tough. I think JMM rolls to a UD.
Any play on Juarez seems to me to be a throwaway.
You probably are correct. Also, I can't pull the trigger on JMM. The more I think about this fight, the less I like him. That cut really bothered Diaz against Campbell. He would have won that fight running away without that issue. I don't think he had any idea how to respond. I have this gut feeling that Diaz makes JMM look very old very fast. I've tried to look at it 1,000 ways, but I keep seeing Diaz outworking him over 12 rounds. Maybe less.
I also underestimated Diaz's body punching. Unless he gets rocked early on, I think he'll take the fight over at some point in the middle rounds. Throw in some home cooking on the cards and we could have another mild upset in the boxing world.
I think the torch will get passed this weekend. Before I talk myself out of it, I'll probably bet Diaz for around a nickel.
You probably are correct. Also, I can't pull the trigger on JMM. The more I think about this fight, the less I like him. That cut really bothered Diaz against Campbell. He would have won that fight running away without that issue. I don't think he had any idea how to respond. I have this gut feeling that Diaz makes JMM look very old very fast. I've tried to look at it 1,000 ways, but I keep seeing Diaz outworking him over 12 rounds. Maybe less.
I also underestimated Diaz's body punching. Unless he gets rocked early on, I think he'll take the fight over at some point in the middle rounds. Throw in some home cooking on the cards and we could have another mild upset in the boxing world.
I think the torch will get passed this weekend. Before I talk myself out of it, I'll probably bet Diaz for around a nickel.
Totally agree. I think Diaz will be able to take JMM's best shot, and keep coming. Diaz is a big, strong lightweight. I don't think JMM will be able to discourage him. People are letting the KO of Casamayor fool them into thinking JMM has fight-changing power. I see this fight going the way of Diaz's fights with Julio Diaz and Freitas. I think he'll take JMM's punches and just keep coming. He'll pound JMM to the body, and I can see him eventually stopping him late in the fight.
Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
You probably are correct. Also, I can't pull the trigger on JMM. The more I think about this fight, the less I like him. That cut really bothered Diaz against Campbell. He would have won that fight running away without that issue. I don't think he had any idea how to respond. I have this gut feeling that Diaz makes JMM look very old very fast. I've tried to look at it 1,000 ways, but I keep seeing Diaz outworking him over 12 rounds. Maybe less.
I also underestimated Diaz's body punching. Unless he gets rocked early on, I think he'll take the fight over at some point in the middle rounds. Throw in some home cooking on the cards and we could have another mild upset in the boxing world.
I think the torch will get passed this weekend. Before I talk myself out of it, I'll probably bet Diaz for around a nickel.
Totally agree. I think Diaz will be able to take JMM's best shot, and keep coming. Diaz is a big, strong lightweight. I don't think JMM will be able to discourage him. People are letting the KO of Casamayor fool them into thinking JMM has fight-changing power. I see this fight going the way of Diaz's fights with Julio Diaz and Freitas. I think he'll take JMM's punches and just keep coming. He'll pound JMM to the body, and I can see him eventually stopping him late in the fight.
You probably are correct. Also, I can't pull the trigger on JMM. The more I think about this fight, the less I like him. That cut really bothered Diaz against Campbell. He would have won that fight running away without that issue. I don't think he had any idea how to respond. I have this gut feeling that Diaz makes JMM look very old very fast. I've tried to look at it 1,000 ways, but I keep seeing Diaz outworking him over 12 rounds. Maybe less.
I also underestimated Diaz's body punching. Unless he gets rocked early on, I think he'll take the fight over at some point in the middle rounds. Throw in some home cooking on the cards and we could have another mild upset in the boxing world.
I think the torch will get passed this weekend. Before I talk myself out of it, I'll probably bet Diaz for around a nickel.
Diaz has NO POP, he was getting rocked on the inside by Nate! Marquez can fight inside, outside, this is a one sided fight. Marquez wins easily, but close on the score cards as the fight is in HOUSTON. Diaz was exposed in the Campbell fight, he's not a bad fighter he does throw a ton of punches but has no thunder in them. His defense is his offense (throwing a ton of punches), Marquez will tear him apart. If anyone thinks a weak puncher with a high volume of punching like Diaz can beat Marquez is insane.Marquez will pepper him with his long Jab all night, uppercuts on the inside,and straight right hand as Diaz walks straight in . If you know boxing you know a TRUE boxer will always beat a slugger who only goes forward and no PUNCH to hurt his man. Why Diaz is taking this fight I have no idea worst possible matchup for him style wise.
Take JMM by decision.
Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
You probably are correct. Also, I can't pull the trigger on JMM. The more I think about this fight, the less I like him. That cut really bothered Diaz against Campbell. He would have won that fight running away without that issue. I don't think he had any idea how to respond. I have this gut feeling that Diaz makes JMM look very old very fast. I've tried to look at it 1,000 ways, but I keep seeing Diaz outworking him over 12 rounds. Maybe less.
I also underestimated Diaz's body punching. Unless he gets rocked early on, I think he'll take the fight over at some point in the middle rounds. Throw in some home cooking on the cards and we could have another mild upset in the boxing world.
I think the torch will get passed this weekend. Before I talk myself out of it, I'll probably bet Diaz for around a nickel.
Diaz has NO POP, he was getting rocked on the inside by Nate! Marquez can fight inside, outside, this is a one sided fight. Marquez wins easily, but close on the score cards as the fight is in HOUSTON. Diaz was exposed in the Campbell fight, he's not a bad fighter he does throw a ton of punches but has no thunder in them. His defense is his offense (throwing a ton of punches), Marquez will tear him apart. If anyone thinks a weak puncher with a high volume of punching like Diaz can beat Marquez is insane.Marquez will pepper him with his long Jab all night, uppercuts on the inside,and straight right hand as Diaz walks straight in . If you know boxing you know a TRUE boxer will always beat a slugger who only goes forward and no PUNCH to hurt his man. Why Diaz is taking this fight I have no idea worst possible matchup for him style wise.
Totally agree. I think Diaz will be able to take JMM's best shot, and keep coming. Diaz is a big, strong lightweight. I don't think JMM will be able to discourage him. People are letting the KO of Casamayor fool them into thinking JMM has fight-changing power. I see this fight going the way of Diaz's fights with Julio Diaz and Freitas. I think he'll take JMM's punches and just keep coming. He'll pound JMM to the body, and I can see him eventually stopping him late in the fight.
Julio Diaz is average at best! And Freitas's career was over when he QUIT against Diego years ago. Comparing Marquez to those two fighters is an insult! Classic example of clash of styles, a one dimensonal fighter like Diaz who walks in with his head down just throwing punches. Marquez, Great jabber, great inside fighter, great counter puncher, and great upper cut and straight right. Diaz needs certain fighter's to make him look good, and Marquez is the WRONG fighter to do so with.
Quote Originally Posted by DannoDanger:
Totally agree. I think Diaz will be able to take JMM's best shot, and keep coming. Diaz is a big, strong lightweight. I don't think JMM will be able to discourage him. People are letting the KO of Casamayor fool them into thinking JMM has fight-changing power. I see this fight going the way of Diaz's fights with Julio Diaz and Freitas. I think he'll take JMM's punches and just keep coming. He'll pound JMM to the body, and I can see him eventually stopping him late in the fight.
Julio Diaz is average at best! And Freitas's career was over when he QUIT against Diego years ago. Comparing Marquez to those two fighters is an insult! Classic example of clash of styles, a one dimensonal fighter like Diaz who walks in with his head down just throwing punches. Marquez, Great jabber, great inside fighter, great counter puncher, and great upper cut and straight right. Diaz needs certain fighter's to make him look good, and Marquez is the WRONG fighter to do so with.
Diaz has NO POP, he was getting rocked on the inside by Nate! Marquez can fight inside, outside, this is a one sided fight. Marquez wins easily, but close on the score cards as the fight is in HOUSTON. Diaz was exposed in the Campbell fight, he's not a bad fighter he does throw a ton of punches but has no thunder in them. His defense is his offense (throwing a ton of punches), Marquez will tear him apart. If anyone thinks a weak puncher with a high volume of punching like Diaz can beat Marquez is insane.Marquez will pepper him with his long Jab all night, uppercuts on the inside,and straight right hand as Diaz walks straight in . If you know boxing you know a TRUE boxer will always beat a slugger who only goes forward and no PUNCH to hurt his man. Why Diaz is taking this fight I have no idea worst possible matchup for him style wise.
Take JMM by decision.
If you really think that JMM will go into Houston and make beat Diaz with ease, you are a naive fool. Open your eyes up.
Is JMM still hungry? I know Diaz is. Campbell didn't give him an ass beating. Watch that one again. You think the old horse is going to ride in there and outwork a younger, faster, hungrier fighter with a boxing 101 lesson at this point in their careers you are insane.
I'm not going to argue about this all week long. Maybe JMM's pure talent will get him a win. However, Diaz's will and youth will overcome his disadvantage in "every" category like you've stated.
This matchup is bad for Marquez, not Diaz. This won't be much of a boxing match. Marquez won't get the chance to sit back and jab/counter in the center of the ring.
I guess we'll find out Saturday night.
Quote Originally Posted by nuttyrich:
Diaz has NO POP, he was getting rocked on the inside by Nate! Marquez can fight inside, outside, this is a one sided fight. Marquez wins easily, but close on the score cards as the fight is in HOUSTON. Diaz was exposed in the Campbell fight, he's not a bad fighter he does throw a ton of punches but has no thunder in them. His defense is his offense (throwing a ton of punches), Marquez will tear him apart. If anyone thinks a weak puncher with a high volume of punching like Diaz can beat Marquez is insane.Marquez will pepper him with his long Jab all night, uppercuts on the inside,and straight right hand as Diaz walks straight in . If you know boxing you know a TRUE boxer will always beat a slugger who only goes forward and no PUNCH to hurt his man. Why Diaz is taking this fight I have no idea worst possible matchup for him style wise.
Take JMM by decision.
If you really think that JMM will go into Houston and make beat Diaz with ease, you are a naive fool. Open your eyes up.
Is JMM still hungry? I know Diaz is. Campbell didn't give him an ass beating. Watch that one again. You think the old horse is going to ride in there and outwork a younger, faster, hungrier fighter with a boxing 101 lesson at this point in their careers you are insane.
I'm not going to argue about this all week long. Maybe JMM's pure talent will get him a win. However, Diaz's will and youth will overcome his disadvantage in "every" category like you've stated.
This matchup is bad for Marquez, not Diaz. This won't be much of a boxing match. Marquez won't get the chance to sit back and jab/counter in the center of the ring.
If you really think that JMM will go into Houston and make beat Diaz with ease, you are a naive fool. Open your eyes up.
Is JMM still hungry? I know Diaz is. Campbell didn't give him an ass beating. Watch that one again. You think the old horse is going to ride in there and outwork a younger, faster, hungrier fighter with a boxing 101 lesson at this point in their careers you are insane.
I'm not going to argue about this all week long. Maybe JMM's pure talent will get him a win. However, Diaz's will and youth will overcome his disadvantage in "every" category like you've stated.
This matchup is bad for Marquez, not Diaz. This won't be much of a boxing match. Marquez won't get the chance to sit back and jab/counter in the center of the ring.
I guess we'll find out Saturday night.
When has Will and Youth WON a fight? You need SKILLS to WIN, this is boxing. I find it odd you're so confident Diaz will beat him in every way yet you say Marquez can win. You cannot take both sides, pick one and stand by it. I see you originally wanted Marquez now seems like you're leaning to Diaz. This is an OPINION forum so berating each other because you don't like my pick is useless. When the bell rings the fighters decide what's going to happen .. and the texas judges. I say and stand by it Marquez wins easily BUT with the scoring in Houston he STILL wins.
So I will make my last (and consistent pick) Marquez - even after almost being robbed by Houston Judges.
Oh if you want to bring age into it, Mosley at 37 was almost a 5-1 dog against a BUM named Margarito.
Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
If you really think that JMM will go into Houston and make beat Diaz with ease, you are a naive fool. Open your eyes up.
Is JMM still hungry? I know Diaz is. Campbell didn't give him an ass beating. Watch that one again. You think the old horse is going to ride in there and outwork a younger, faster, hungrier fighter with a boxing 101 lesson at this point in their careers you are insane.
I'm not going to argue about this all week long. Maybe JMM's pure talent will get him a win. However, Diaz's will and youth will overcome his disadvantage in "every" category like you've stated.
This matchup is bad for Marquez, not Diaz. This won't be much of a boxing match. Marquez won't get the chance to sit back and jab/counter in the center of the ring.
I guess we'll find out Saturday night.
When has Will and Youth WON a fight? You need SKILLS to WIN, this is boxing. I find it odd you're so confident Diaz will beat him in every way yet you say Marquez can win. You cannot take both sides, pick one and stand by it. I see you originally wanted Marquez now seems like you're leaning to Diaz. This is an OPINION forum so berating each other because you don't like my pick is useless. When the bell rings the fighters decide what's going to happen .. and the texas judges. I say and stand by it Marquez wins easily BUT with the scoring in Houston he STILL wins.
So I will make my last (and consistent pick) Marquez - even after almost being robbed by Houston Judges.
Oh if you want to bring age into it, Mosley at 37 was almost a 5-1 dog against a BUM named Margarito.
JMM and Manny Pac are the worse 1 and 2 pound for pound boxers in my lifetime. Too much credit is given to Manny pac and JMM. Jmm beat a very faded and lucky ring tiltlist in Casamoyer, after his lucky beating of Mike K and his robbery of Santa Cruz. ****Also the judge cards were very very close still and i had it close as well******** Out of all the titlest at the time Campbell, Diaz, Casamoyer, and D. Diaz, both chose to fight the route of facing the weaker two for a reason. Give them both a challenging title fight that both would be favored to win. Diaz throws many punches and his agressive style will be conflicting with Marquez.
The truth in all of this is that Nate Campbell turned his carrer into a high note. His power is underated as well as his grit, defense and determination. Top that with the fact I thought the Baby bull looked pudgy, led to his loss. Campbells body punching abililty is underrated as well.
JMM has not one A graded win in my opinion even though I thought he beat PAC-Man both times which would have gave him 2 A grade wins. Barrera was faded at best. He lost to a overprotected Chris John and Juarez will never be an elite talent.
Diaz by decsion......
I like Juarez but small. Worth the odds
JMM and Manny Pac are the worse 1 and 2 pound for pound boxers in my lifetime. Too much credit is given to Manny pac and JMM. Jmm beat a very faded and lucky ring tiltlist in Casamoyer, after his lucky beating of Mike K and his robbery of Santa Cruz. ****Also the judge cards were very very close still and i had it close as well******** Out of all the titlest at the time Campbell, Diaz, Casamoyer, and D. Diaz, both chose to fight the route of facing the weaker two for a reason. Give them both a challenging title fight that both would be favored to win. Diaz throws many punches and his agressive style will be conflicting with Marquez.
The truth in all of this is that Nate Campbell turned his carrer into a high note. His power is underated as well as his grit, defense and determination. Top that with the fact I thought the Baby bull looked pudgy, led to his loss. Campbells body punching abililty is underrated as well.
JMM has not one A graded win in my opinion even though I thought he beat PAC-Man both times which would have gave him 2 A grade wins. Barrera was faded at best. He lost to a overprotected Chris John and Juarez will never be an elite talent.
When has Will and Youth WON a fight? You need SKILLS to WIN, this is boxing. I find it odd you're so confident Diaz will beat him in every way yet you say Marquez can win. You cannot take both sides, pick one and stand by it. I see you originally wanted Marquez now seems like you're leaning to Diaz. This is an OPINION forum so berating each other because you don't like my pick is useless. When the bell rings the fighters decide what's going to happen .. and the texas judges. I say and stand by it Marquez wins easily BUT with the scoring in Houston he STILL wins.
So I will make my last (and consistent pick) Marquez - even after almost being robbed by Houston Judges.
Oh if you want to bring age into it, Mosley at 37 was almost a 5-1 dog against a BUM named Margarito.
I think your way of presenting your opinion is pushy......That could bother some. Either way we are all allowed to have an opinion.
Quote Originally Posted by nuttyrich:
When has Will and Youth WON a fight? You need SKILLS to WIN, this is boxing. I find it odd you're so confident Diaz will beat him in every way yet you say Marquez can win. You cannot take both sides, pick one and stand by it. I see you originally wanted Marquez now seems like you're leaning to Diaz. This is an OPINION forum so berating each other because you don't like my pick is useless. When the bell rings the fighters decide what's going to happen .. and the texas judges. I say and stand by it Marquez wins easily BUT with the scoring in Houston he STILL wins.
So I will make my last (and consistent pick) Marquez - even after almost being robbed by Houston Judges.
Oh if you want to bring age into it, Mosley at 37 was almost a 5-1 dog against a BUM named Margarito.
I think your way of presenting your opinion is pushy......That could bother some. Either way we are all allowed to have an opinion.
When has Will and Youth WON a fight? You need SKILLS to WIN, this is boxing. I find it odd you're so confident Diaz will beat him in every way yet you say Marquez can win. You cannot take both sides, pick one and stand by it. I see you originally wanted Marquez now seems like you're leaning to Diaz. This is an OPINION forum so berating each other because you don't like my pick is useless. When the bell rings the fighters decide what's going to happen .. and the texas judges. I say and stand by it Marquez wins easily BUT with the scoring in Houston he STILL wins.
So I will make my last (and consistent pick) Marquez - even after almost being robbed by Houston Judges.
Oh if you want to bring age into it, Mosley at 37 was almost a 5-1 dog against a BUM named Margarito.
Now I don't take a clear side? Really? C'mon man, you can find every side I've taken for the last year or so on here.
Mosley was 37? Really? I must have missed that one too....
You started "berating" in this thread the second you posted an aggressive response. I guess we've all been guilty of that at times, but it seemed clear you had some sort of axe to grind or just wanted to be a dick. If you just wanted to throw out a counterpoint, try to do so in a mild manner. Give respect to get respect.
Also, this is only JMM's second fight at 135. In closing, JMM is a great fighter. However, when he stepped up in competition how did he do? He couldn't get over the hump. Putting him ANYWHERE in the top 10 P4P doesn't make sense. He is there based on what? What amazing wins does he have anytime in the past 4 years? Ummm... zero.
Cee - good shit as usual. A2C - waiting with bated breath.
I still can't believe you said I don't pick a side or take strong stands. Are you crazy? Other than losing, I'm pretty sure the thing that stands out the most in my posts is taking strong stands on the sides I've selected. I usually back those up with every reason I made the choice. If this doesn't meet your criteria, too bad. You can post that shit in your thread.
I'm all ears 99% of the time and enjoy going around and around with the fine members of this forum. You are just rubbing me the wrong way... if I'm taking it the wrong way, I apologize.
Quote Originally Posted by nuttyrich:
When has Will and Youth WON a fight? You need SKILLS to WIN, this is boxing. I find it odd you're so confident Diaz will beat him in every way yet you say Marquez can win. You cannot take both sides, pick one and stand by it. I see you originally wanted Marquez now seems like you're leaning to Diaz. This is an OPINION forum so berating each other because you don't like my pick is useless. When the bell rings the fighters decide what's going to happen .. and the texas judges. I say and stand by it Marquez wins easily BUT with the scoring in Houston he STILL wins.
So I will make my last (and consistent pick) Marquez - even after almost being robbed by Houston Judges.
Oh if you want to bring age into it, Mosley at 37 was almost a 5-1 dog against a BUM named Margarito.
Now I don't take a clear side? Really? C'mon man, you can find every side I've taken for the last year or so on here.
Mosley was 37? Really? I must have missed that one too....
You started "berating" in this thread the second you posted an aggressive response. I guess we've all been guilty of that at times, but it seemed clear you had some sort of axe to grind or just wanted to be a dick. If you just wanted to throw out a counterpoint, try to do so in a mild manner. Give respect to get respect.
Also, this is only JMM's second fight at 135. In closing, JMM is a great fighter. However, when he stepped up in competition how did he do? He couldn't get over the hump. Putting him ANYWHERE in the top 10 P4P doesn't make sense. He is there based on what? What amazing wins does he have anytime in the past 4 years? Ummm... zero.
Cee - good shit as usual. A2C - waiting with bated breath.
I still can't believe you said I don't pick a side or take strong stands. Are you crazy? Other than losing, I'm pretty sure the thing that stands out the most in my posts is taking strong stands on the sides I've selected. I usually back those up with every reason I made the choice. If this doesn't meet your criteria, too bad. You can post that shit in your thread.
I'm all ears 99% of the time and enjoy going around and around with the fine members of this forum. You are just rubbing me the wrong way... if I'm taking it the wrong way, I apologize.
The winner of this fight will be the one who is able to control the distance. An inside fight favors Diaz=== outside it's JMM. If Diaz can use his jab and pressure JMM to fight against the ropes he has a clear edge. If, on the hand JMM can avoid the pressure using his own jab to control the distance== It's a whole other fight. Diaz is more of a one dimensional fighter who relies on volume punching and pressure, pressure & more pressure. He tries to break his opponent down by being the much busier man inside the ring. The veteran Marquez has been in with some of the best pressure boxers in his career (MAB, Pacman) so it will not be something he hasn't seen before. I think the slight mental edge belongs to Diaz because he has much more to prove in this bout. After being totally outclassed by Campbell he will be balls out to win this fight. The home crowd will also be a big plus for him. Still, I have to admit that Marquez throws the much shorter, straighter combination punches, which usually brings victory against the style that Diaz brings to the table. The counter-punching skills also favor Marquez. The odds of 7-5 JMM seem just about right. So, I really think this one could go either way because Diaz should fight for his life in this one. I know a cop-out, but the way I feel. I will watch it and hope for the exciting fight that I suspect we will all see. Ok... $50 on a DRAW taking huge odds. GLTU! & lets keep it civil as we have some excellent boxing handicappers in this forum.
My take on Diaz-JMM
The winner of this fight will be the one who is able to control the distance. An inside fight favors Diaz=== outside it's JMM. If Diaz can use his jab and pressure JMM to fight against the ropes he has a clear edge. If, on the hand JMM can avoid the pressure using his own jab to control the distance== It's a whole other fight. Diaz is more of a one dimensional fighter who relies on volume punching and pressure, pressure & more pressure. He tries to break his opponent down by being the much busier man inside the ring. The veteran Marquez has been in with some of the best pressure boxers in his career (MAB, Pacman) so it will not be something he hasn't seen before. I think the slight mental edge belongs to Diaz because he has much more to prove in this bout. After being totally outclassed by Campbell he will be balls out to win this fight. The home crowd will also be a big plus for him. Still, I have to admit that Marquez throws the much shorter, straighter combination punches, which usually brings victory against the style that Diaz brings to the table. The counter-punching skills also favor Marquez. The odds of 7-5 JMM seem just about right. So, I really think this one could go either way because Diaz should fight for his life in this one. I know a cop-out, but the way I feel. I will watch it and hope for the exciting fight that I suspect we will all see. Ok... $50 on a DRAW taking huge odds. GLTU! & lets keep it civil as we have some excellent boxing handicappers in this forum.
One thing I forgot to mention. You might ask ===== If I thought Campbell completely outclassed Diaz, Why would I give Diaz any shot against a world class fighter like Marquez? My answer would be=== Styles make fights. Campbell style was a complete nightmare against Diaz's pressure style. Marquez (in his later fights) has shown more of a tendency to want to mix it up & break from his pure boxing mode. This would favor Diaz & give him more of a chance to win. At least a 5-7 chance to be more accurate.
One thing I forgot to mention. You might ask ===== If I thought Campbell completely outclassed Diaz, Why would I give Diaz any shot against a world class fighter like Marquez? My answer would be=== Styles make fights. Campbell style was a complete nightmare against Diaz's pressure style. Marquez (in his later fights) has shown more of a tendency to want to mix it up & break from his pure boxing mode. This would favor Diaz & give him more of a chance to win. At least a 5-7 chance to be more accurate.
The winner of this fight will be the one who is able to control the distance. An inside fight favors Diaz=== outside it's JMM. If Diaz can use his jab and pressure JMM to fight against the ropes he has a clear edge. If, on the hand JMM can avoid the pressure using his own jab to control the distance== It's a whole other fight. Diaz is more of a one dimensional fighter who relies on volume punching and pressure, pressure & more pressure. He tries to break his opponent down by being the much busier man inside the ring. The veteran Marquez has been in with some of the best pressure boxers in his career (MAB, Pacman) so it will not be something he hasn't seen before. I think the slight mental edge belongs to Diaz because he has much more to prove in this bout. After being totally outclassed by Campbell he will be balls out to win this fight. The home crowd will also be a big plus for him. Still, I have to admit that Marquez throws the much shorter, straighter combination punches, which usually brings victory against the style that Diaz brings to the table. The counter-punching skills also favor Marquez. The odds of 7-5 JMM seem just about right. So, I really think this one could go either way because Diaz should fight for his life in this one. I know a cop-out, but the way I feel. I will watch it and hope for the exciting fight that I suspect we will all see. Ok... $50 on a DRAW taking huge odds. GLTU! & lets keep it civil as we have some excellent boxing handicappers in this forum.
Both post are gold, so I quoted this one. Top notch shit in your response. Superb analysis on this one. I can't disagree on anything you've stated. Awesome post, and best of luck. Did you get it the draw at 25/1? FB is notorious for playing the .10 unit draws... you have more of a shot in this fight than any other in recent memory.
Quote Originally Posted by Redlad:
My take on Diaz-JMM
The winner of this fight will be the one who is able to control the distance. An inside fight favors Diaz=== outside it's JMM. If Diaz can use his jab and pressure JMM to fight against the ropes he has a clear edge. If, on the hand JMM can avoid the pressure using his own jab to control the distance== It's a whole other fight. Diaz is more of a one dimensional fighter who relies on volume punching and pressure, pressure & more pressure. He tries to break his opponent down by being the much busier man inside the ring. The veteran Marquez has been in with some of the best pressure boxers in his career (MAB, Pacman) so it will not be something he hasn't seen before. I think the slight mental edge belongs to Diaz because he has much more to prove in this bout. After being totally outclassed by Campbell he will be balls out to win this fight. The home crowd will also be a big plus for him. Still, I have to admit that Marquez throws the much shorter, straighter combination punches, which usually brings victory against the style that Diaz brings to the table. The counter-punching skills also favor Marquez. The odds of 7-5 JMM seem just about right. So, I really think this one could go either way because Diaz should fight for his life in this one. I know a cop-out, but the way I feel. I will watch it and hope for the exciting fight that I suspect we will all see. Ok... $50 on a DRAW taking huge odds. GLTU! & lets keep it civil as we have some excellent boxing handicappers in this forum.
Both post are gold, so I quoted this one. Top notch shit in your response. Superb analysis on this one. I can't disagree on anything you've stated. Awesome post, and best of luck. Did you get it the draw at 25/1? FB is notorious for playing the .10 unit draws... you have more of a shot in this fight than any other in recent memory.
This is going to sound like insanity, but I've got to spit it out. In some ways, I will be just as impressed with JMM if we wins this fight clearly than I would be by a win in a Manny rematch.
Diaz is a young, strong, and HUGE career lightweight. No he's not the same caliber of pure athlete as Manny, and he doesn't have even remotely similar one shot power, but he is absolutely relentless, and where Manny can be made to take a backward step, Diaz's pressure doesn't stop for a second. And the fight is in Diaz's backyard.
I'm not saying JMM can't get any respect with his shots from Diaz, but the under here is a play on cuts only. Nate landed everything but the kitchen sink on him and he basically took it in stride. Marquez is a sharp puncher but not heavy handed. Don't let the Casa fight fool you.
This is just an excellent, excellent fight. Gun to my head I'd take the value with Diaz by decision.
This is going to sound like insanity, but I've got to spit it out. In some ways, I will be just as impressed with JMM if we wins this fight clearly than I would be by a win in a Manny rematch.
Diaz is a young, strong, and HUGE career lightweight. No he's not the same caliber of pure athlete as Manny, and he doesn't have even remotely similar one shot power, but he is absolutely relentless, and where Manny can be made to take a backward step, Diaz's pressure doesn't stop for a second. And the fight is in Diaz's backyard.
I'm not saying JMM can't get any respect with his shots from Diaz, but the under here is a play on cuts only. Nate landed everything but the kitchen sink on him and he basically took it in stride. Marquez is a sharp puncher but not heavy handed. Don't let the Casa fight fool you.
This is just an excellent, excellent fight. Gun to my head I'd take the value with Diaz by decision.
Did you get it the draw at 25/1? FB is notorious for playing the .10 unit draws... you have more of a shot in this fight than any other in recent memory
The best I could find was 20-1 but still a long-shot.
walktheline asked,
Did you get it the draw at 25/1? FB is notorious for playing the .10 unit draws... you have more of a shot in this fight than any other in recent memory
The best I could find was 20-1 but still a long-shot.
Now I don't take a clear side? Really? C'mon man, you can find every side I've taken for the last year or so on here.
Mosley was 37? Really? I must have missed that one too....
You started "berating" in this thread the second you posted an aggressive response. I guess we've all been guilty of that at times, but it seemed clear you had some sort of axe to grind or just wanted to be a dick. If you just wanted to throw out a counterpoint, try to do so in a mild manner. Give respect to get respect.
Also, this is only JMM's second fight at 135. In closing, JMM is a great fighter. However, when he stepped up in competition how did he do? He couldn't get over the hump. Putting him ANYWHERE in the top 10 P4P doesn't make sense. He is there based on what? What amazing wins does he have anytime in the past 4 years? Ummm... zero.
Cee - good shit as usual. A2C - waiting with bated breath.
I still can't believe you said I don't pick a side or take strong stands. Are you crazy? Other than losing, I'm pretty sure the thing that stands out the most in my posts is taking strong stands on the sides I've selected. I usually back those up with every reason I made the choice. If this doesn't meet your criteria, too bad. You can post that shit in your thread.
I'm all ears 99% of the time and enjoy going around and around with the fine members of this forum. You are just rubbing me the wrong way... if I'm taking it the wrong way, I apologize.
I don't think either of us are being "dicks" or saying anything wrong. This is truly OUR opinion on two fighters. I only said with this fight you started out leaning toward JMM then to Diaz. I personally made my statement of what I think of Diaz and Marquez. When I post it's NOT to crap on someone's pick, it's my HONEST feeling on a fighter. I don't wager anymore, so maybe the people who DO it may rub them the wrong way. I have no axe to grind, some fights I feel very intense on, this is one of them. It has NO bearing on your pick or why you picked it. I think we are both smart enough to know with sports and betting, when that bell rings everything goes out the window and boxing is no different. This is my true feeling of the fight, is JMM the best no, I just believe his style beats Diaz's very easily. Some guys aren't made for one another. Styles make fights. If my posts rubbed you the wrong way I apologize. I never had the intention to piss someone off or rub them the wrong way. This is just an opinion forum, and when two people's opinions don't match it can LOOK nasty, but I assure you I have nothing to gain by disagreeing with anyone.
I hope it's a great fight either way.
Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
Now I don't take a clear side? Really? C'mon man, you can find every side I've taken for the last year or so on here.
Mosley was 37? Really? I must have missed that one too....
You started "berating" in this thread the second you posted an aggressive response. I guess we've all been guilty of that at times, but it seemed clear you had some sort of axe to grind or just wanted to be a dick. If you just wanted to throw out a counterpoint, try to do so in a mild manner. Give respect to get respect.
Also, this is only JMM's second fight at 135. In closing, JMM is a great fighter. However, when he stepped up in competition how did he do? He couldn't get over the hump. Putting him ANYWHERE in the top 10 P4P doesn't make sense. He is there based on what? What amazing wins does he have anytime in the past 4 years? Ummm... zero.
Cee - good shit as usual. A2C - waiting with bated breath.
I still can't believe you said I don't pick a side or take strong stands. Are you crazy? Other than losing, I'm pretty sure the thing that stands out the most in my posts is taking strong stands on the sides I've selected. I usually back those up with every reason I made the choice. If this doesn't meet your criteria, too bad. You can post that shit in your thread.
I'm all ears 99% of the time and enjoy going around and around with the fine members of this forum. You are just rubbing me the wrong way... if I'm taking it the wrong way, I apologize.
I don't think either of us are being "dicks" or saying anything wrong. This is truly OUR opinion on two fighters. I only said with this fight you started out leaning toward JMM then to Diaz. I personally made my statement of what I think of Diaz and Marquez. When I post it's NOT to crap on someone's pick, it's my HONEST feeling on a fighter. I don't wager anymore, so maybe the people who DO it may rub them the wrong way. I have no axe to grind, some fights I feel very intense on, this is one of them. It has NO bearing on your pick or why you picked it. I think we are both smart enough to know with sports and betting, when that bell rings everything goes out the window and boxing is no different. This is my true feeling of the fight, is JMM the best no, I just believe his style beats Diaz's very easily. Some guys aren't made for one another. Styles make fights. If my posts rubbed you the wrong way I apologize. I never had the intention to piss someone off or rub them the wrong way. This is just an opinion forum, and when two people's opinions don't match it can LOOK nasty, but I assure you I have nothing to gain by disagreeing with anyone.
Will be back later with picks for the weekend. 
Now I don't take a clear side? Really? C'mon man, you can find every side I've taken for the last year or so on here. 
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