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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