Nelo's it'll be closer than any of his recent fights though. More like the Danny Jacobs scrap, I think Nelo ends it late though.
5/8 DAZN PRESENTS: Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders SUPER-MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE UNIFICATION
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If Billy Joe is at his best, he might embarass Canelo..this guy knows how to move his head.
Suspicious Dingo
Superstar
Hell yeah ill give him full credit...first-time he's taken on someone his age with skills since who the fukk knows when.So I guess that means that if Canelo wins you'll give him full credit, huh? No excuses about BJS being a bum Eurocac, right?
RedEye Jedi
Love
NZA
LOL
i have nelo winning by decision. saunders will have enough in him to go the distance but that is about it
O³ (O cubed)
No more PAWGs, PLEASE??!!!??
Saunders may surprise.
DallasTxRep
Superstar
Damn Canelo -700 on Bovada
Billy Joe +450
Billy Joe +450
The axe murderer
For I am death and I ride on a pale horse
Bjs will test his patience because of his movement. Beterbiev if that happens will be the one to bring the fight
But I do hope we get the best version of Billy Joe. I wanna see canelo really tested. I love great chess matches in boxing. There should be some beautiful boxing on display here. Still going with canelo by late KO
KingOFKings
All Star
How did DAZN end up making the build up to Canelo vs BJS boring? The promo for this fight so far has been absolute garbage...
Look at how FOX is promoting the Andy Ruiz fight. FOX started promoting that heavily 3 weeks ago and it’s not even a good fight.
We are one week away from the Canelo BJS fight and still don’t even have a measly training camp countdown for this. Think about that. That is literally the bare minimum DAZN has to do and they still haven’t put one out 7 days before the fight. How incompetent and careless can they get with marketing and promotion?
DAZN is trash, I’m sorry. They have good intentions yet they are ran by idiots. The way they are going now they are not healthy for the sport. There is potential for it to be great yet they have to be the shyttiest platform I’ve ever seen when it comes to generating buzz.
Look at how FOX is promoting the Andy Ruiz fight. FOX started promoting that heavily 3 weeks ago and it’s not even a good fight.
We are one week away from the Canelo BJS fight and still don’t even have a measly training camp countdown for this. Think about that. That is literally the bare minimum DAZN has to do and they still haven’t put one out 7 days before the fight. How incompetent and careless can they get with marketing and promotion?
DAZN is trash, I’m sorry. They have good intentions yet they are ran by idiots. The way they are going now they are not healthy for the sport. There is potential for it to be great yet they have to be the shyttiest platform I’ve ever seen when it comes to generating buzz.
from Bread's column
Dear Mr. Edwards,
One of the things I appreciate about your mailbag is your firm but respectful critique of fighters when warranted. With that being said I feel very strongly that Billy Joe Saunders will be embarrassed by Canelo Alvarez on May 8th. My prediction is based on his level of competition since winning a world title (David Lemieux is by far his best win and performance which took place over 3 years ago) and his inactivity since winning a world title (breaks of 12 months, 9 months, 3 months, 12 months, 5 months, 6 months, 13 months and 5 months). I know a great game plan and training camp can make up for a lot of deficiencies, but I stand firm that this will look like the Callum Smith fight except it won't go the distance. Would appreciate you addressing any points I've made here.
Bread’s Response: I think Canelo has evolved into maybe the best pressure fighter in the game. He’s walking forward still being responsible defensively, counter punching and mixing his attack. Canelo is NASTY. I’m picking him to WIN. But I would not be surprised if Saunders went the distance and won 3-5 rounds. Saunders is a hot and cold fighter. And he hasn’t done himself any favors since the Lemiuex fight, but as you said the right mindset and camp can overcome lots of things. I think he’s going to fight well. I honestly do. I think he’s a gamer and he’s not afraid. If Canelo runs through Saunders like Swiss Cheese I would be more than impressed.
Canelo usually doesn’t score kos in these types of fights. You have to remember he didn’t ko Smith, Cotto, Chavez Sr, Jacobs, Trout, Lara or GGG. I know GGG has an iron chin so let’s throw him out of the equation. But Canelo didn’t ko or come close to koing anyone else on the list. I believe he’s a big puncher but the facts are the facts and he hasn’t kod his better opponents. I feel like Saunders fits in with that group. He’s certainly not the best but he’s not the worst either. I would not be so sure Canelo stops him. You also have to realize that the top level of boxing is HARD. Every good fighter and trainer gets to study all of your tendencies. It’s one of the reasons it’s harder to score kos at that level. We shall see..
Dear Mr. Edwards,
One of the things I appreciate about your mailbag is your firm but respectful critique of fighters when warranted. With that being said I feel very strongly that Billy Joe Saunders will be embarrassed by Canelo Alvarez on May 8th. My prediction is based on his level of competition since winning a world title (David Lemieux is by far his best win and performance which took place over 3 years ago) and his inactivity since winning a world title (breaks of 12 months, 9 months, 3 months, 12 months, 5 months, 6 months, 13 months and 5 months). I know a great game plan and training camp can make up for a lot of deficiencies, but I stand firm that this will look like the Callum Smith fight except it won't go the distance. Would appreciate you addressing any points I've made here.
Bread’s Response: I think Canelo has evolved into maybe the best pressure fighter in the game. He’s walking forward still being responsible defensively, counter punching and mixing his attack. Canelo is NASTY. I’m picking him to WIN. But I would not be surprised if Saunders went the distance and won 3-5 rounds. Saunders is a hot and cold fighter. And he hasn’t done himself any favors since the Lemiuex fight, but as you said the right mindset and camp can overcome lots of things. I think he’s going to fight well. I honestly do. I think he’s a gamer and he’s not afraid. If Canelo runs through Saunders like Swiss Cheese I would be more than impressed.
Canelo usually doesn’t score kos in these types of fights. You have to remember he didn’t ko Smith, Cotto, Chavez Sr, Jacobs, Trout, Lara or GGG. I know GGG has an iron chin so let’s throw him out of the equation. But Canelo didn’t ko or come close to koing anyone else on the list. I believe he’s a big puncher but the facts are the facts and he hasn’t kod his better opponents. I feel like Saunders fits in with that group. He’s certainly not the best but he’s not the worst either. I would not be so sure Canelo stops him. You also have to realize that the top level of boxing is HARD. Every good fighter and trainer gets to study all of your tendencies. It’s one of the reasons it’s harder to score kos at that level. We shall see..
Conscious Pilot
Do Better.
Its definitely an intriguing matchup. Both guys are Champions for A reason . I’m really high on Canelo, I mean the eye test and HOF resume already can’t be ignored despite the fukkshyt and controversy. But BJS is no slouch, when he’s focused and locked in...the obvious fight every points out is when he made Lemieux look foolish for 12 rounds was very impressive. That’s few and far between... I really wish he didn’t get popped for the Nasal shyt before Andrade. But is what it is.
This can go 2 ways. Either Canelo shows that he’s on another level and cruises to a decision / maybe a late stoppage in a snooze fest. Or we see the Best Billy Joe Saunders we ever see and get a what should be a razor thin decision but a Hardly contested Wide scoring card for Saul Canelo Alvarez. I’m hoping it’s the latter except the shotty scoring. Hopefully this isn’t a dud due to Canelo showing another level his opponents can’t reach
TLDR; Can’t wait for this one
One more step closer to the first ever 168 Undisputed and Unified Champion of the World
This can go 2 ways. Either Canelo shows that he’s on another level and cruises to a decision / maybe a late stoppage in a snooze fest. Or we see the Best Billy Joe Saunders we ever see and get a what should be a razor thin decision but a Hardly contested Wide scoring card for Saul Canelo Alvarez. I’m hoping it’s the latter except the shotty scoring. Hopefully this isn’t a dud due to Canelo showing another level his opponents can’t reach
TLDR; Can’t wait for this one
One more step closer to the first ever 168 Undisputed and Unified Champion of the World
RedEye Jedi
Love
This matchup could be FOTY candidate but in all reality will be slightly more competitive Callum Smith fight.
Most UK guys aren’t ready for PrimeTime like that
Most UK guys aren’t ready for PrimeTime like that
Omar Little
It’s all in the Game Yo
Sad but True Harsh realitiesThis matchup could be FOTY candidate but in all reality will be slightly more competitive Callum Smith fight.
Most UK guys aren’t ready for PrimeTime like that