kuma Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Does the guy from Ireland stand a chance. Both boxers er kick boxer have said there will be a knock out before the match is over. Money Mayweather is a counter puncher but will he go after Conner? Can't see how McGregor is going to lay a glove on Money because this guy has made a living out of slipping punches. Should be fun if you can afford it. In the states we have "pay per view" where you just pay the cable company a fee for the fight and pray that it is worth the amount you have payed and got your coins worth.
polarbear Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 I'll be going to my local pub to watch it I think it'll go the distance and Mayweather will win by decision That being said, no one really know what kind of a chin Mayweather has (cause he doesn't get hit much) and McGregor has one punch knock out power in his left hand If he catches Mayweather sleeping and can land a solid shot, the fight could be over within the first 3 rounds If McGregor hasn't managed to land any shots by the end of round 3, its unlikely he will as Mayweather will probably have figured him out by then and will spend the next 9 round staying out of the Irishman's way If McGregor can knock him out though... I'm not sure the Combat Sports world is ready for an upset of that magnitude
JamesKPolkEsq Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 4 minutes ago, polarbear said: I'll be going to my local pub to watch it I think it'll go the distance and Mayweather will win by decision That being said, no one really know what kind of a chin Mayweather has (cause he doesn't get hit much) and McGregor has one punch knock out power in his left hand If he catches Mayweather sleeping and can land a solid shot, the fight could be over within the first 3 rounds If McGregor hasn't managed to land any shots by the end of round 3, its unlikely he will as Mayweather will probably have figured him out by then and will spend the next 9 round staying out of the Irishman's way If McGregor can knock him out though... I'm not sure the Combat Sports world is ready for an upset of that magnitude McGregor has never fought in a similar situation. A rugger is a hell of a athlete, and would not stand a chance in an American football match.
RazorbackFan Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 I'm pulling for McGregor but I don't see it happening. Hope I'm wrong.
polarbear Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 1 hour ago, JamesKPolkEsq said: McGregor has never fought in a similar situation. A rugger is a hell of a athlete, and would not stand a chance in an American football match. Joe Rogan said it best This fight is essentially the same a making the greatest Figure Skater in the world play Ice Hockey against Wayne Gretzky 2
joshb Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Pretty much agree with all of the above.... I am not a Mayweather fan by any stretch, so I would love to see a brutal Mcgrgor knockout. Unfortunately the chances of that happening are about the same as Mayweather's chances if he was facing Mcgregor in an MMA fight. That is to say, exceedingly slim at best. 1
Jeremy Festa Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 2 hours ago, polarbear said: Joe Rogan said it best This fight is essentially the same a making the greatest Figure Skater in the world play Ice Hockey against Wayne Gretzky A considered, well crafted, and antagonistic comment.
99call Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Bad taste to win by a knock out. I would genuinely pay more cash to watch this on you tube. 3
Iznogood Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 6 hours ago, polarbear said: Joe Rogan said it best This fight is essentially the same a making the greatest Figure Skater in the world play Ice Hockey against Wayne Gretzky More like wayne Gretzky having to compete in figure skating against best figure skater. Figure skater is specialized in that one component that you see also in ice hokey. 1
cigcars Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 * As long as Floyd doesn't make that most ancient and always of mistakes through history, and underestimate his opponent. I agree that he is more than capable of making mincemeat out his cocky challenger - but I hope he doesn't treat MacGregor as a joke and blow him off with that approach. Might be less than expected results...
Lotusguy Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Most overhyped bull crap money grab in the history of "boxing". 4
99call Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 I think the most heinous thing about this event. Is that it features two individuals who are, in real life, or are playing the part of, pretty grotesque personalities. Some might say you need the mouthy, vile persona's to sell tickets. Hmmm? not on the same scale, but Anthony Joshua and Vladamir Klistcho seem like guys you'd actually enjoy going to have a drink with. Put on a huge show, showed each other respect etc etc. Sold a huge box office event When these two look back on their careers (on a huge mountain of cash), I wonder if their only regret will be, that they didn't do it in the guise of someone who can win universal respect. They have mass adulation from those who slow down at car crashes on the motorway, but will they ever be perceived as great 'Sportsmen'? I think both had the potential, in what they've achieved (especially Mayweather) but both have spurned true greatness, in not realising you can (in addition to being the sports champion) be the 'peoples champion'. I am the minority though. In another 20yrs 'The Running Man' will actually be a real show. We will be watching imprisoned 'Terrorists versus Paedophiles' in post nuclear abandoned North Korea, fully televised courtesy of Rupert Murdoch. Or maybe we can have 'Christians versus the Lions' again, that was my favourite. 3
foursite12 Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 1 hour ago, Lotusguy said: Most overhyped bull crap money grab in the history of "boxing". Not for long. 1
wabashcr Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 10 hours ago, polarbear said: and McGregor has one punch knock out power in his left hand If he catches Mayweather sleeping and can land a solid shot, the fight could be over within the first 3 rounds I've heard this quite a bit, and I just don't buy it. I understand McGregor is a powerful puncher by MMA standards, but by boxing standards I don't believe his power is anything special. No way does he have the kind of power to hurt Floyd with the kind of counter shots he'd be most likely to land. I'd love to see someone put Floyd to sleep, but Floyd just doesn't get in the ring with people who can hurt him. The only way I see this fight going the distance is if McGregor decides he's fine with a blowout decision loss. If that's what he wants, he can probably do it pretty easily, and everyone will be pissed off. If he tries to win the fight, by going after Floyd, he'll get battered. He won't get knocked out early, because Mayweather doesn't have the power to do that. But he'll beat Conor at will, and as the fight progresses, and Conor's legs give out, someone will stop it. I could see it going 8-9 rounds if McGregor actually fights. I've also heard a lot of talk about Floyd taking a dive to set up an even more lucrative rematch. The problem with that is if Conor beats Floyd, the books in Nevada will lose hundreds of millions. He'd be lucky if he didn't end up in a shallow hole out in the desert. The feds would probably put him away on tax and racketeering charges. And the sanctioning bodies would blackball him. The other story line I've heard is that it's worth tuning in to see if Conor snaps and tries some MMA stuff. Considering he doesn't get paid if he does anything like that, I think that's a nonstarter. I hope my cynicism doesn't offend anyone. I'm just a jaded boxing fan, and to me this whole thing is a giant middle finger to fans. It's nothing more than a giant money grab, and it strains whatever credibility boxing had left. I won't be paying for the fight. If I'm still awake I might check it out on periscope. But mostly I just want it to be over with and out of the news. 4
BrightonCorgi Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 We are on the fence whether to get the PPV event ($100 USD) or not. My biggest hesitation is how late will the fight start. I'd pay all that and be in bed before the fight starts. We did plan to invite a couple of people over and if that happens, I'll be forced to stay up and have late start on Sunday... What time EST do you really think they'll start? As some mentioned earlier, I too think it'll be Mayweather decision. Considering how clever Mayweather and crew are, McGregor could win and that'll set up an even bigger PPV event next year; the rematch... I can't imagine either guy holding back in the name of entertainment, but with so much money at stake who knows?
Corylax18 Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Is Mcgregor a world class athlete? Sure, is he a better boxer than any of the 49 that Floyd has beaten? Sure, maybe some of the early guys. But Mcgregor against a Hatton or even Canelo, he doesnt stand a chance. Stitch put it best. Mcgregor is the biggest thief in Combat Sports. Don;t forgot that loss to the #10 fighter in the UFC, less than 2 years ago. He isnt even the best UFC fighter, but he has a big mouth, and somehow has convinced people he is far better than what hes displayed. I think Floyd will be able to knock him out, but won't. I agree with @dimi68 and @Lotusguy we are going to be watching Pacqiuao/Mayweather 2. 1 1/2 Boxers going through the motions for 12 rounds to collect a check. 1
Corylax18 Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 8 minutes ago, BrightonCorgi said: We are on the fence whether to get the PPV event ($100 USD) or not. My biggest hesitation is how late will the fight start. I'd pay all that and be in bed before the fight starts. We did plan to invite a couple of people over and if that happens, I'll be forced to stay up and have late start on Sunday... What time EST do you really think they'll start? As some mentioned earlier, I too think it'll be Mayweather decision. Considering how clever Mayweather and crew are, McGregor could win and that'll set up an even bigger PPV event next year; the rematch... I can't imagine either guy holding back in the name of entertainment, but with so much money at stake who knows? Probably 10:30 or 11 EST. There are only 3 other fights on the card. 3 TMT underlings. They will spend more time Hyping the main event than showing the other fights though. The only fight of the three that I am excited for is Gervonta Davis vs. whoever the hell they lined him up against. It looks to be s short, exciting fight.
wabashcr Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 2 minutes ago, Corylax18 said: Probably 10:30 or 11 EST. There are only 3 other fights on the card. 3 TMT underlings. They will spend more time Hyping the main event than showing the other fights though. The only fight of the three that I am excited for is Gervonta Davis vs. whoever the hell they lined him up against. It looks to be s short, exciting fight. My guess is it will start between 11:30-12 eastern. Even if the undercard ends up being 3 early stoppages, they'll string this shit out to give all the B-listers time to get to their seats. I would expect the Cunningham fight to be decent. He's fighting back at cruiserweight where he belongs. I'm a big fan of his. Had a heartbreaking story with his daughter that had a happy ending. He's a good guy who's had some terrible luck, which makes him easy to root for. He's also 40 I believe, and could well be shot.
PatrickEwing Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Worthwhile article for those in the MacGregor camp http://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/20419186/that-floyd-mayweather-got-rocked
btort910 Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 10 hours ago, dimi68 said: Oneway or another it will be a farce. This!
helix Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 Beware "The Sweet Science" . You can be critical of this event all you want , but , it has/will be entertaining.
zeedubbya Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 This article sheds some interesting light on this fight. It says even though bets on MacGregor are 12 for ever 1 bet on Floyd, the average bet on Mayweather is around $8,000...while the average bet on MacGregor is around $200. In any kind of betting this indicates where the "smart money" is. It's pretty obvious in this fight the big bettors will bet on Mayweather, but this is very convoluted in the betting world. It will be interesting to see how the final pool is distributed. To@wabashcr in a previous post the only way Vegas is losing $ if Conor wins is by how much staff they'll have to have to pay out all the tickets. My money is on Mayweather, but my heart is with MacGregor. Be an interesting show for sure..https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbssports.com/boxing/news/last-minute-1-million-bets-shake-up-floyd-mayweather-vs-conor-mcgregor-odds/amp/Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
JohnS Posted August 25, 2017 Posted August 25, 2017 For me, the main interest in this fight is what Conor McGregor had done for his son in preparation for it... I don't know who nannies him, but this kid is well on the way into turning into this icon below... Who loves you baby, indeed! 2
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