McGregor won't take Floyd to the ground. That won't happen. But, I can see McGregor kicking out of instinct. I also see McGregor clinching Floyd a lot in self-defense. But, I don't see him taking Floyd to the ground.

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This fight is a circus side show. I wouldn't be shocked if the bearded lady shows up.

MMA boy knows he'll get paid and his idiot fans will go nuts if he does it. He knows he has no hope. Shirley he knows this. Might as well take him down and get a big pop from the crowd.

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It won't happen. There is a penalty clause in the contract if McGregor does anything but punch Floyd.

http://www.boxingscene.com/...g-mayweather--117565

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Well in that case, MMA boy will throw a lot of punch attempts. Pillow hands will easily dodge them. MMA boy will tire himself out. Pilllow hands will laugh his way to victory, dancing and dodging much to the chagrin of MMA boys idiot fans.

Boos will reign down as Pillow hands refuses to actually fight MMA boy since he knows he only has to dance and throw a few jabs here and there to win the fight.

Are you wasting your money on this ridiculous event?

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I'll be at Buffalo Wild Wings with my nephew watching it.

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I'd rather just read on the net the next day how Floyd completely humiliated the guy.

While I'm 99% confident that is what is going to happen, that 1% punchers chance has me hoping for something spectacular.

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Its a carnival side show joke which shows how gullible MMA fans are to be lining up for this. A very good boxing match will be in September with Alvarez vs Glovkin which is a genuine fight. That one I'm looking forward to.

See, to have a punchers chance he'll have to actually have a chance to land a punch.

There is literally nothing that MMA boy will show Pillowhands that he hasn't seen (and easily defended) before.

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After the joke that was the Paq v Horn fight, you are better off watching professional wrestling.

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This post just made me remember an incident I hadn't thought about in over 30 years. High school wrestling we had a guy that did a lot of boxing. Match starts, he starts bouncing on his toes, and just clocks the guy. No warning, no prior incident. Yeah, Marty wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed.

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I'm beginning to think that we are much more fucked than I thought.

HOT TAKE ALERT!!!

I just read that the hate between the two combatants is manufactured!!!

What?!? I totally believed it!!!

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How does Danny Hart sit down with balls that big?

I'm not so sure about that. Sure, it all started as an act, but I think the use of the Irish flag and the "you can't read" comments may have pushed it past the initial act.

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We've already seen this movie. It'll be like like Thunderlips (Hulk Hogan) versus Rocky Balboa (no description needed). Boxer tries to box. Other guy does vintage other guy thing. Boxer gets his gloves off and starts to hit bare-handed. Boxer wins.

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we oldsters have seen this before. ali v inoki.

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There was an ESPN tribute to Ali a couple months ago in which the promoter of that (among many of Ali's) fight(s) talked about that circus show. It was absolutely hilarious. Apparently, Inoki refused to follow the script and all hell broke loose.

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I thought your hot take would be the boxer saying Conor got knocked out in sparring.

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I'm beginning to think that we are much more fucked than I thought.

I've already got about $1k in bets between friends. EVEN MONEY, and they gave me Floyd. Fucking morons.

Anyways, Floyd wins this easy in my book. Though preferred results:

Conner is getting humiliated. Floyd knows he has this and taunts and then keeps fucking up Conner. Taunts get thicker and thicker. McGregor loses his mind, steps back and kicks Floyd in the fucking head, breaking his jaw and knocking him out. Floyd wins (I win) and he gets his faced kicked in. Conner got embarrassed, and loses. WIN-FUCKING-WIN!!!!!

Ha ha ha...build a bridge my friend...and get over it!

8 judges. Count 'em...8 all said Horn won.

While I am an Aussie, I couldn't give a rats ass who won the fight. I don't follow boxing/MMA/whatever so could not care less

As for the topic at hand, in my totally unprofessional, totally uneducated opinion, moneybags will dance and MMA boy will wear himself out till moneybags sits him on his backside late in the fight.
Wont be a KO, but enough for moneybags to rightfully claim victory

This event will showcase the difference between boxing and fighting and people are going to be pissed just like they were after the Mayweather Pacquiao event. Floyd isn't a fighter he's a boxer who's really hard to hit and wins by decision. All this fight will prove is that most boxing is boring. I'll watch but I'm planning on a snooze fest.

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OMG why have i never heard of this before - I just spent 5 minutes watching some amazing youtube videos. Thank you Dan

I vote for this.

I heard that today. I also heard that one of his former sparring partners said he was landing punches on Conor "at will". He then pointed out: "I am no Floyd Mayweather".

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His sparring partner also released video of the session.

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I don't often root for the heavy favourite to beat the underdog to a pulp. But I am this time.

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oh. my. god.

I can't believe I hadn't seen that. Fantastic.

Andy

That video looks pretty telling for sure.

In other news, ticket prices have been released surprising no one:

https://www.thestar.com/...es-astronomical.html

The running around in that fight was bad. I think part of that was because Conner was fighting at much heavier weight class and got tired. You can't say he didn't fight.

I think mayweather will have a hard time, just because he never fought someone like mcgregor. His movement is way different from what mayw is used to fight...and for Sure mcgregor did his homework and is on top of his boxing game...will be interesting for sure!
Round six will end the game and McGregor will win...my prediction.

Is there any chance to see the fight online? I guess free is not an option so I am looking for payed streams!

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You can't count out Mayweather. He is a pure boxer and this is a pure boxing fight. McGregor is having to learn everything.

I'd almost be willing to bet my entire net worth that Mayweather wins and wins quite easily.

Almost. :-)

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To be fair, that video is from before he fough Nate Diaz. He wasn't training for a boxing match at that time.

Look, in a boxing match it's 95-98% that Mayweather wins. But nobody has seen Conner box nor has anyone seen him train for a boxing match.

Somebody posted in another thread about this that Conner got "outboxed by Nate Diaz". But he was in an MMA match against a guy a pretty good boxer who also knows how to take you down where he can use his elite level jiu jitsu skills to submit you. You can't "box" when you also have to defend take downs at all costs.

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Is this an actual sanctioned boxing match? Specifically, does this count as a professional fight against Mayweather's record of 49-0? It is some kind of title fight? Trying to understand if a loss would really make him 49-1 or if this is more an an exhibition and his 49-0 record is untouched.

I'm with you on this one- I know how it will end but have a wish upon a wish it goes the way it should go in my mind~

It is sanctioned, which is why they have to fight with 10 ounce gloves. There was a request to drop down to 8 ounce gloves, but the NSAC denied the request and their decision is final because it is a sanctioned fight.

Many have claimed Floyd took the fight so he can retire an even 50-0.

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Thank you. So currently he share the boxing record of 49-0 with Marciano and is putting that perfect record and history on the line? I just find that amazing, even if he wins easily. Just seems to much to lose, despite the huge payday.

Floyd's all about his money. He may be one of the most savvy businessmen in all of sports. We're talking about a $100M payday here in what is merely a spectacle. I think Floyd knows there is no chance in the world Conor can win. This is why Floyd came out yesterday talking to Screamin' A Smith about how he has "lost a step" and that Conor is bigger and stronger "on paper." Floyd knows this will not be a contest, but knows how to get that money.

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Understood - the line on his last few fights seem to be that he was intent on protecting his perfect record rather than fighting good competition.

there has been a lot of trash talking this week. has anyone changed their minds/predictions of what will happen in the match?

I have to admit, for a second, all the trash talking made me believe in McGregor having a chance.

Everyone saying Conor doesn't stand a chance makes me think he might have a chance.

But then, I'm an idiot.

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I've been saying Conner is going to knock him out in the sencond or third round since they annouced the fight.

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What are the current odds? If I was betting I would take the odds and McGregor.

If I had to pick one or the other with no odds I wouldn't hesitate to pick Maywether. I think it is more likely Conor doesn't land a solid punch the whole fight than he actually wins the fight.

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I'm beginning to think that we are much more fucked than I thought.

Yeah, but you are an idiot. I mean, I love ya, man, but you are kinda dumb ...

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This wouldn't surprise me - or a strong take down and attempted choke until the ref sorts it out and all hell breaks loose in the ring. This could even happen in McGregor gets his bell rung and acts out of pure instinct. If this is a legit, straight-up boxing match the outcome is obvious. However, if the fix is in we might see such a move from McGregor and the resulting mega re-match. With this much cash involved nothing would surprise me. If it goes past the first three rounds I'll be convinced it's a sham.

there has been a lot of trash talking this week. has anyone changed their minds/predictions of what will happen in the match?

McGregor doesn't have the speed to hit Mayweather or the agility to avoid getting hit.

The fight won't be close, Mayweather will win easily.

I think Conor absolutely has a chance. Floyd is 40 years old fighting someone who is bigger, stronger and much younger than he is. Hopefully we get to see a good boxing match and not another Mayweather vs. Pacquiao style fight. If that happens it's going to be another nail in boxings coffin.

+1

Well, with the trash talking this week, they both seem to be aiming for a KO.

You also once said that you were just stirring the pot with that shit too. But you have probably since deleted that post.

No chance he knocks out Pillowhands. None whatsoever.

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that was in the contract, the question gets asked a lot. Not only does mcGregor lose all the money he was supposed to earn, but can be sued along with the UFC. so I'm doubting it's going to happen

If I won the huge powerball the other day, I wouldn't have a problem putting it all on Mayweather.

You were correct about Rousey every time...

I hope you are correct about this fight, I would love nothing more than to see Mayweather get knocked on his ass. Afraid it is just going to be another lame dance off like the last "boxing match" he was involved in. Definitely won't be paying to watch it.

I said the NSAC lost all credibility when they sanctioned this fight. Then glove-gate happened. And people question whether boxing has been rigged. Btw, I'm sure you know, but they are using the 8oz gloves.

If McGregor goes psycho mode and lands an unexpected haymaker or two it could get interesting, but I'm convinced Mayweather dances and does just enough to win in a unanimous decision. He'll avoid any big blows because McGregor realistically doesn't have the speed or tactics to get inside for a big shot and doesn't have the discipline, speed or training to stick with Mayweather on shots landed. Conor will be toast by the 5th and at that point it's just matter of whether Mayweather cares to finish him off or play it safe. He always plays it safe, he'll do it here too.

It'll be monumentally boring, besides some hype to start and maybe a post-fight scuffle between the corners, which if it happens will only be to spruce up what was an otherwise boring-ass 'fight'. I'm not paying or watching, I'll catch the lowlights on Sunday.

My take on the fight and how it happens:

As I've said before: Mayweather wins easy.

How: First few rounds to feel out and time McGregor. McGregor won't be going for broke early, but he isn't a boxer and this is a different game he hasn't played before. I think he'll try to throw heavy punches (when he does) and will tire. Rounds 4 and 5 you'll see McGregor start to tire a bit, and Mayweather feigning and starting to lead. He's going to be working the body for this fight. Break down an area that hasn't see this kind cumulative shots. Rounds 6 and 7, McGregor is tired, arms are heavy, and he is starting to lunge with shots. Mayweather counters at will on those lunging shots. He won't want to take a head shot KO, so he'll try to protect his head as he gets countered, and Mayweather leads. This will result in going up top, bringing McGregor's hands to cover and destroying him downstairs on his way out. That body work will be McGregor's undoing. I say he gets knocked down 3 times in this fight, and will get stopped by Mayweather in round 7 or 8.

He's making so much money it gave him a boner...

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Unless you count the cheap shot on the guy trying to apologize to him Mayweather hasn't finished anyone off since 1999.

Yep, I saw that. A "one time exception." Just icing on the cake of this "exhibition," rather than a legit boxing match.

Mayweather is a piece of shit, but I hope he kills 'em.

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I'm sure he will. But what a waste of a hundred bucks. You still buying the PPV?

Already purchased. My entire family is down in Dallas for my grandmother's 100th birthday. Me, wifie, dad, and my nephew/godson really want to watch to the circus, so I purchased it via the UFC app and brought down my Apple TV to stream it live. So, we have a pile of alcohol and are going to watch this bad boy together!

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I can't take it anymore. I paid the $99.99.

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What?

There are a lot of reasons McGregor won't win, but conditioning isn't one of them.

Here is my prediction, speaking in boxing terms:

R1:
CM: T: 40; L: 10; PP 5
FM: T 25; L: 15; PP2

R1:
CM: T: 40; L: 10; PP 5
FM: T 25; L: 15; PP2

R2:
CM: T: 60; L: 15; PP 2
FM: T 30; L: 22; PP5

R3:
CM: T: 40; L: 10; PP 2
FM: T 40; L: 30; PP10

R4:
CM: T: 60; L: 25; PP 2
FM: T 30; L: 20; PP10

R5:
CM: T: 40; L: 10; PP 5
FM: T 25; L: 15; PP2

R6:
CM: T: 35; L: 8; PP 0
FM: T 40; L: 30; PP18

R7:
CM: T: 20; L: 2; PP 0
FM: T 40; L: 25; PP12

TKO FMW 2:20 into round 7

He doesn't get out conditioned, he gets outboxed. Especially in rounds 5-7 after FMW figures out what a one trick pony he is. By round 7 he is tagging him at will. CMG is frustrated and throwing shitty offense, which FMW counters at will. Fight is stopped before CMG gets killed.


And yes, bought, paid for, and expecting a terribly one sided fight.

Andy

Different conditioning. He'll tire throwing punches.

What Panera are you going to be at, maybe I'll swing by.

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Not to mention absorbing a lot more punches than he's accustomed. Getting hit can tire you out over multiple rounds even without the power and Mayweather will land a lot of blows. I boxed very actively in my younger years and did well until I finally reached the level where opponents could really punch. It is unimaginable how hard a real boxer can punch, in any weight class. Conor is a really tough dude and very skilled but he's likely to be surprised when Mayweather sits down on a punch, body or head. I'm still thinking about purchasing, otherwise I'll monitor JSAs play-by-play.

LET'S GET IT ON!

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You going to give us a update for each round?

Yep. My connection is strong. Prelims on right now. I think I will be posting on the Mayweather/McGreggor thread.

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Just start a new one. JSAs boxing match thread.

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You were saying? Pretty sure that was a tired "I have nothing left" McGregor in there. Not someone who was sharp and just getting out boxed (though he really was outboxed as well).

Different kind of conditioning boxing v MMA. Throwing big punches is draining. Turns out 3 rounds of big punches is all it'll take.