09 Mar 99

 

 

Hasim Rahman vs. Michael Rush
This will be Rahmans first fight since his 10th round KO loss to David Tua last Dec. Hasim is a heavy puncher with good speed and power, as demostrated by his 27-1 record, 22 by KO! Rush had an impressive 3rd round KO of Tom Daly this last Jan., but in my opinion, isn't ready for prime time. Hasim's promoters wouldn't let him get into the ring with anyone who is a threat, especially considering the fact Hasim has big money potential down the line. Expect and easy night for Hasim.
Rahman by TKO  inside 5


Evander Holyfield vs. Lennox Lewis

When Evander fought Tyson the first time, Nov 9, 1996, I predicted Tyson by big KO. Up to that point, Evander seemed washed up. He was stopped by Bowe in Nov 95, and looked like CRAP against a bloated Bobby Czyz in May of 96. I thought he was done. Boy was I wrong!
 Lewis is a great boxer when he utilizes his jab. Emanual Steward has been working on that. But the boy has NO CHIN!!!! Oliver McCall exposed that in their first meeting. So did Shannon Briggs. He had Lennox hurt in the 2nd round, but didn't finish him. He punched himself out, then Lennox stopped Shannon.  Evander has tremendous heart, and a rock chin as proved in his first meeting with Tyson, and his 3 WARS with Bowe.
Hands down, Evander will be the victor in a less than competitive fight.
Holyfield KO inside 8

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