Boxing: Artur Beterbiev vs Anthony Yarde

[jeremypwr]

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[Kasabus]

And it could he could larger and boost his psychology that he can defeat him because the fight is going to be in his country, so he has what we call homecourt advantage but not sure if this is true in boxing. So yeah, we will see if he has what it takes, I mean accepting it shows that he has big balls already, but facing him in the ring could be different for Yarde when he taste the first punch of Beterbiev.

Homecourt advantage, so is the home crowd, might really be an advantage but that was all useless if a boxer is really up against a tough opponent.

Artur Beterbiev is not new to pressure and seems won't really be affected much fighting against a crowd.

Yarde on the other hand should take advantage of any advantages in this fight. A boost of morale because of the crowd is a big help but that is nothing if he can't perform well in the actual fight.

It will be a struggle for Yarde finding that advantage because I'm sure that the 3-belt champion, Beterbiev, won't show any weakness in this fight that will make Yarde's journey much easier. I know that Beterbiev's not that perfect despite of his perfect record but somehow it's hard to believe that Yarde can truly make a difference.

I'm just under the impression that Yarde is saying this stuff and that because he wanted to market the fight and he wanted to show in front of his people that he is not afraid facing a boxer that is touted like a monster but I really doubt that he can stand his ground.

True, that's all he can do right now, since the fight is his backyard, he needs his fans to attend and watch the fight. So he is hyping and trying to sell it to them obviously so that they will get a lot of money thru live gate splits and PPV numbers.

But in any case, Beterbiev is too good for Yarde in my opinion. There is a disparity as far as power goes, and so we all know that he will be in a very tough situation in front of his crowd and then losing via knockout, hehehe.

Well, we cannot really blame the man if he is speaking big words as if he can really do it and prove that he's not all words. At least he will garner a big amount of money after the fight even if he's going to lose at the end of the day, I'm sure that deep inside he knew that his chances aren't that good. Anyway, fight schedule is already approaching and I'm still waiting for other betting options to open as the current odds aren't that great for us regular bettors.

I think that Yarde is going to win the most here, not only because of the money he will receive and he will be able to say many things, perhaps he says them to gain more fame and attention, but I honestly believe that things can be done in a more appropriate way for Both, if Yarde plans to do other things after this fight, I'm sure they will be given to him without much effort, I think it can be that way, however I know that Beterbiev is a boxer with a lot of experience who will not give up, much less give him away the fight is something that can be very scary for him, plus the majority of the world is biased that he will win.

Intersting:

Tommy Fletcher aims to extend KO C.V. on Beterbiev vs Yarde

“Mark has said before many times that I have got proper punch power,” reflected the 3-0 Fletcher, who next features on the undercard of the blockbuster Artur Beterbiev-Anthony Yarde unified world light heavyweight title card at the OVO Arena, Wembley on January 28, live on BT Sport.

“It is not hype, it is real and when people see statements like that they want to see proof of it. They won’t take anyone’s word for anything and I think I really showcased what I am about in that fight.

Source: https://www.worldboxingnews.net/2023/01/20/tommy-fletcher-aims-to-extend-ko-c-v-on-beterbiev-vs-yarde/

Not really biased because Beterbiev has also worked his way towards the top until he managed to possess 3 of the 4 belts availabl and that's why majority of the world are more inclined to see him win because his records speaks loudly and can vouch him for that. But yes, I do agree that Yarde can really have his way if ever he will be proclaimed as the winner here because defeating Beterbiev will really lift his name towards the top and people will start calling for a fight of unification versus Bivol, but that is if Yarde can actually do that and upset the heavy favorite.

[MiliMil]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Artur Beterbiev Not Bothered About Being on Yarde’s Home Turf

Artur Beterbiev apparently could care less about having home court advantage.

The WBC, WBO, and IBF light heavyweight champion from Russia will face contender Anthony Yarde on Jan. 28 in Yarde’s hometown of London at Wembley Arena.

When asked, in a recent interview, if he is at all concerned about fighting in Yarde’s own backyard, Beterbiev demurred.

“I’m not focused on the city,” Beterbiev told BT Sport. “I’m not like this person [who is obsessed with location]: London, New York, Moscow, I’m not focused on city. I’m more focused on opponent."

Source: https://www.boxingscene.com/artur-beterbiev-not-bothered-about-being-on-yardes-home-turf--171709

That just means that he's not seeing Anthony Yarde as a threat because he knows that a much stronger opponent will face him in the unification fight. Be it in Wembley Arena in London or anywhere inside the USA, Beterbiev just don't care because his eyes are already fixed on the price. Excuse me but this is not to disrespect Yarde and his fans but, I don't see this fight to last much longer or end in judge's decision.

Well Yarde is seen as a strong boxer, I don't know what kind of training he has taken, but it seems to me that he is a person who should not be underestimated, I know that Beterbie is a bold boxer, he has many things he can offer and he is also a boxer that he can make a difference at any time, perhaps we are used to seeing the best of him and not focusing on a Yard that probably has everything against him, I think that the reputation of every boxer here weighs a lot when it comes to having several references, but there is still a long way to go, it is a matter of waiting to see how the facts and details of this fight continue to develop.

Here's what Yarde has to say about the fight, he wanted to go for a knock out:

"Fact. That is what I'm trying to say. I don't think it is to do with anyone but myself. I had a mindset when I started boxing and, the second I tried to change it or listen to people asking if I could go 12 rounds, I went away from what I knew.

"I know why the Kovalev fight didn't go my way, I know why the fight didn't go my way in the amateurs, I know why they gave the decision to Lyndon Arthur in the first fight.

"When all these things happened, it was when I went against my natural instinct and what I said I was going to do from the beginning.

https://www.boxingscene.com/yarde-looking-points-beterbiev-fight-he-wants-ko--171850

So meaning he want's to go 100% and look for a knockout in this fight. He doesn't want to go full 12 rounds because he knows he might get the short end of the deal again just like in his amateur fights and some on the professional ranks.

Let's see if he has want it takes to knockout the Russian here, no one has done it before though, just saying. So it will be very different for Yarde to do that unless he hurt Beterbiev very hard and then he goes for that knockout.

Well, he said it himself and provide facts indeed. The Kovalev fight didn't go his way and his amateur fights didn't go his way as well, so, the big question here is, what makes him think that defying a Russian-Canadian monster will go into his way? And why this time when he faced a much weaker opponent but still fate didn't go his way? Things are getting funnier while the fight date is getting nearer and nearer.

Probably just his self-confidence though, I mean every boxer has this idea that they can defeat anyone in the ring, even if it has a 0 lost and has been knocking down his opponents.

And it could he could larger and boost his psychology that he can defeat him because the fight is going to be in his country, so he has what we call homecourt advantage but not sure if this is true in boxing. So yeah, we will see if he has what it takes, I mean accepting it shows that he has big balls already, but facing him in the ring could be different for Yarde when he taste the first punch of Beterbiev.

If Yarde will not speak for himself, then who’s gonna do it for him? I think that’s one way of showing the public that he’s also capable to beat Beterbiev, although his own words are quite exaggerating when it comes to the public’s opinion. But let’s see if he can really prove his words, Beterbiev is a dangerous boxer, so he should outperform him so he can make an edge in the ring.

Well there are boxers we better keep quiet and then let their fist do the talking, regardless if the fight is going to happen in their homesoil or not. And for me that is the sign of a great boxer, not to fall for this kind of mental battle. Or at least have the edge because they are not going to talk in public and yet in private they will train very hard.

And so if Yarde lost this one in his home soil and with that all trash talk or self motivation, he might look very hard. It's one thing to trash talk, but to fight and back up your words is very different. On the other hand, Beterbiev just the regular boxer and don't want to engage in this kind of public spat.

Well, in that aspect you are absolutely right, I think Beterbiev will not get involved in public disputes, this is a boxer who is only interested in emerging in the sport, he is looking for whatever he can to fill with victories, titles, belts to be able to fight the fights more relevant, in itself he is also looking for what everyone else is, fame, good money, getting into the best businesses, that is what he aspires to, and I don't see it as a bad thing, he is a hungry boxer, on the other hand, Yarde is a boxer He also wants to be more recognized, for that reason I think Yarde is going to put on a good show, from what I have seen, many do not have much faith in Yarde.

Welcome to Beterbiev vs. Yarde fight week

Promoter Frank Warren wrote: Anthony Yarde has used the word himself in recent weeks and I do suspect there is a sense of destiny about his moment of truth at Wembley on Saturday night. Defeating the undefeated powerhouse Artur Beterbiev [with three light heavyweight championships at stake] is clearly a big ask, but I firmly believe Anthony will come up with the answers and then some at the OVO Arena, which also staged his professional debut back in 2015. However, the two occasions will not be comparible in any way. When Anthony took to the pro ring for the first time it was about 5.30pm and people were still gathering outside the arena. Without employing too much hindsight, it did quickly become evident that we could be onto something special with this athletic, muscular specimen from Stratford. [Don’t miss a minute of what hopefully will be a magical night by tuning into BT Sport 1 from 7pm on Saturday.]

Source: http://www.boxingtalk.com/Welcome-to-Beterbiev-vs-Yarde-fight-week

[Inwestour]

Beterbiev is also my favorite in this , I'm not sure that there are chance or bigger chances for Yarde to beat this monster but of course in boxing? there are no assurance unless the fight is over.
will be looking for the Odd to take before the fight .

The British are younger, but he is not very hardy and if the fight drags on until the later rounds, then he will not have any chances there, so Yard will try not to drag out this fight, although in this fight it will most likely not depend on him. Both fighters are strong knockouters, but Beterbiev is stronger and more enduring, so I think that he will win by ending this fight with a knockout.

[TopTort777]

Beterbiev is also my favorite in this , I'm not sure that there are chance or bigger chances for Yarde to beat this monster but of course in boxing? there are no assurance unless the fight is over.
will be looking for the Odd to take before the fight .

The British are younger, but he is not very hardy and if the fight drags on until the later rounds, then he will not have any chances there, so Yard will try not to drag out this fight, although in this fight it will most likely not depend on him. Both fighters are strong knockouters, but Beterbiev is stronger and more enduring, so I think that he will win by ending this fight with a knockout.

They fight in a weight class, where age is not a major factor to win. Mike Tyson is like what, 56, and still have heavy hands. If they were lightweight to middleweight, then speed and endurance would play a huge role. But if you a light heavy, where 1 punch is like being hit by a truck, age does not matter much Age advantage will only give more time to sprint in the ring I expect a 19th KO in Beterbiev career. Yarde's time to be a world champion does not come yet. Imho, he will have to wait several years more.

[inthelongrun]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

[freedomgo]

Artur Beterbiev Not Bothered About Being on Yarde’s Home Turf

Artur Beterbiev apparently could care less about having home court advantage.

The WBC, WBO, and IBF light heavyweight champion from Russia will face contender Anthony Yarde on Jan. 28 in Yarde’s hometown of London at Wembley Arena.

When asked, in a recent interview, if he is at all concerned about fighting in Yarde’s own backyard, Beterbiev demurred.

“I’m not focused on the city,” Beterbiev told BT Sport. “I’m not like this person [who is obsessed with location]: London, New York, Moscow, I’m not focused on city. I’m more focused on opponent."

Source: https://www.boxingscene.com/artur-beterbiev-not-bothered-about-being-on-yardes-home-turf--171709

That just means that he's not seeing Anthony Yarde as a threat because he knows that a much stronger opponent will face him in the unification fight. Be it in Wembley Arena in London or anywhere inside the USA, Beterbiev just don't care because his eyes are already fixed on the price. Excuse me but this is not to disrespect Yarde and his fans but, I don't see this fight to last much longer or end in judge's decision.

Well Yarde is seen as a strong boxer, I don't know what kind of training he has taken, but it seems to me that he is a person who should not be underestimated, I know that Beterbie is a bold boxer, he has many things he can offer and he is also a boxer that he can make a difference at any time, perhaps we are used to seeing the best of him and not focusing on a Yard that probably has everything against him, I think that the reputation of every boxer here weighs a lot when it comes to having several references, but there is still a long way to go, it is a matter of waiting to see how the facts and details of this fight continue to develop.

The same goes for Beterbiev, he is not the kind of boxer who should be underestimated and I strongly think as well that it's not that we are so used seeing the best of him, it's just that he is actually good no matter what angle we try to look at. Moreover, it's Yarde who is underestimating his foe while Beterbiev has been silent all these days. Yarde should watch out for that because there's a big chance that he will eat his words back.

[Yaunfitda]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

Yes, that is going to be an issue with Yarde, if the fight goes to distance, and we all know that with that kind of body, regardless if you are a boxing, sooner or later you will have to tire and gas out. And that is going to be a problem for him as he will be vulnerable to Beterbiev's power punching. And to be fair, Beterbiev is also not known to last full 12 rounds because he usually knockouts his opponent early. But in his last fight he was extended but still deliver a win for him. So it's going to be a big test for Arthur to last longer rounds as well.

[Pamadar]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

Yes, that is going to be an issue with Yarde, if the fight goes to distance, and we all know that with that kind of body, regardless if you are a boxing, sooner or later you will have to tire and gas out. And that is going to be a problem for him as he will be vulnerable to Beterbiev's power punching. And to be fair, Beterbiev is also not known to last full 12 rounds because he usually knockouts his opponent early. But in his last fight he was extended but still deliver a win for him. So it's going to be a big test for Arthur to last longer rounds as well.

Both needs to find ways to execue their strategy the right way, we never know who's going to win as both are good though for sure bookies will favor Beterbiev as he was a known executer.

Yarde needs to find a way to avoid solid combinations that Arthur will going to throw on him
the more he avoid it the better chance that he will extend his chance, just need to have
a better style to surprise Arthur and snacth this fight from him.

[mirakal]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

This will be a good moment for Yarde to prove what he is made of and to end the speculations that he might not be that consistent in the late rounds that is why he is ending most of his fights in a much earlier phase. Although, it won't be an easy job to pull off because he is fighting one of the smart and strong boxers in his division, but if he can make an exemption in this one and pull off an upset, then it will really lift his name up high and will open the doors of opportunity.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Looking at the votes ? Artur seems to be the dominant in this fight but looking at their stats? I'm not sure there are something special when they both have that long list of winning and also via knockout .

so I assume that this would be fairly judged and I don't wanna give my votes to anyone but Draw lol. because I am not interested in betting in this match but I will watch the replay .

Not seems because Artur Beterbiev has always been dominant throughout his fights and based in stats, he's the one who got the prettier record as aside from being an undefeated, he also got a 100% KO rate which makes him the KO specialist among all KO specialist in the boxing industry right now. Not to underestimate Yarde because I know he's a decent boxer who got a good record too but against Beterbiev? I doubt he can make a difference. And don't worry, I'm quite positive that this fight will be fair and square.

fair point mate , But what I do believe is that as long as the fight still not happening each boxer has the chance to improve and find the weakness of opponent .
and yes have just watch Artur's fights last night and it is impressive wins so there is a  big possibilities that he will dominate this fight and put Yarde on the ground .

Well, yes, the respective camps won't surely waste some of their precious times because every minute counts as they also know that the other camp is also doing everything they can to prove a point and to find such weakness to improve their boxer's chances to win the said bout. Already excited to see this fight soon and to see if Yarde can really prove what he is trying to say all this time.

I say something, if Yarde wins this fight, what will Beterbiev and all his fans think then? How could he face this? It is known that he is a boxer who has quite a reputation and is highly respected in this world, I don't know if Yarde is enough of this opponent, some say that Beterbiev will knock him out quickly, some put them in 2 rounds and so it is the maximum that he He will be able to hold on, I think the fight could be extended, I don't think it's that easy Yarde, I also see that in many forts they have underestimated him and that is not good, underestimating a boxer at this point is not good, everyone knows their strategy, but if something like not being capable is added to it, it can be a big surprise.

An interesting prediction:

Artur Beterbiev vs Anthony Yarde: preview and prediction

One of boxing’s most dramatic shows rolls into 2023 early. Light-heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev is known mostly for one thing: he hits ludicrously, cartoonishly hard. There are other big punchers in the sport, of course, but possibly no-one today — not even at heavyweight — lands each punch as concussively as the 38-year-old Russian. In his nine years as a pro, he’s steamrolled every opponent who’s stepped in with him.

The fight most want to see him in is, of course, fellow light heavyweight champ Dmitry Bivol. In the absence of that, though, he’ll happily look to wreck his way through all comers, so here he is, travelling to London for this one, against the flawed-but-dangerous Anthony Yarde.

Source: https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/26/23572551/artur-beterbiev-vs-anthony-yarde-preview-and-prediction-boxing

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

^^ Yes, that's what we all wanted to see and Beterbiev says that he is willing to face his fellow Russian for all the belts in LHW. I'm not sure what is interesting though in that prediction, I mean we all know that Beterbiev has steam rolled every opponent although there are fighters that really challenge him in the beginning but they didn't last because of Arthur's punching power.

Still the favorite here is Beterbiev and Yarde is almost 6:1 underdog even if the has the home crowd behind him in this fight.

[freedomgo]

Looking at the votes ? Artur seems to be the dominant in this fight but looking at their stats? I'm not sure there are something special when they both have that long list of winning and also via knockout .

so I assume that this would be fairly judged and I don't wanna give my votes to anyone but Draw lol. because I am not interested in betting in this match but I will watch the replay .

Not seems because Artur Beterbiev has always been dominant throughout his fights and based in stats, he's the one who got the prettier record as aside from being an undefeated, he also got a 100% KO rate which makes him the KO specialist among all KO specialist in the boxing industry right now. Not to underestimate Yarde because I know he's a decent boxer who got a good record too but against Beterbiev? I doubt he can make a difference. And don't worry, I'm quite positive that this fight will be fair and square.

fair point mate , But what I do believe is that as long as the fight still not happening each boxer has the chance to improve and find the weakness of opponent .
and yes have just watch Artur's fights last night and it is impressive wins so there is a  big possibilities that he will dominate this fight and put Yarde on the ground .

Well, yes, the respective camps won't surely waste some of their precious times because every minute counts as they also know that the other camp is also doing everything they can to prove a point and to find such weakness to improve their boxer's chances to win the said bout. Already excited to see this fight soon and to see if Yarde can really prove what he is trying to say all this time.

I say something, if Yarde wins this fight, what will Beterbiev and all his fans think then? How could he face this? It is known that he is a boxer who has quite a reputation and is highly respected in this world, I don't know if Yarde is enough of this opponent, some say that Beterbiev will knock him out quickly, some put them in 2 rounds and so it is the maximum that he He will be able to hold on, I think the fight could be extended, I don't think it's that easy Yarde, I also see that in many forts they have underestimated him and that is not good, underestimating a boxer at this point is not good, everyone knows their strategy, but if something like not being capable is added to it, it can be a big surprise.

An interesting prediction:

Artur Beterbiev vs Anthony Yarde: preview and prediction

One of boxing’s most dramatic shows rolls into 2023 early. Light-heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev is known mostly for one thing: he hits ludicrously, cartoonishly hard. There are other big punchers in the sport, of course, but possibly no-one today — not even at heavyweight — lands each punch as concussively as the 38-year-old Russian. In his nine years as a pro, he’s steamrolled every opponent who’s stepped in with him.

The fight most want to see him in is, of course, fellow light heavyweight champ Dmitry Bivol. In the absence of that, though, he’ll happily look to wreck his way through all comers, so here he is, travelling to London for this one, against the flawed-but-dangerous Anthony Yarde.

Source: https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2023/1/26/23572551/artur-beterbiev-vs-anthony-yarde-preview-and-prediction-boxing

Well, I think nobody here is underestimating Anthony Yarde, really and I understand them because I know that they are just basing based on facts and not just because they have a hunch. Moreover, saying that this fight would only take two rounds because Beterbiev will defeat Yarde by then is a bit extreme and haven't yet read or talk to someone that they're indeed predicting the same scenario.

[Shamm]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

This is gonna be a good matchup as we all know how this both fighters aiming for victory and Yarde will do his very best to win cause wr all know that artur Beteebiev is undefeated and proven that he js a strong ang smart fighter in his division so Yardee muat be vigilant and double his moves to have a good angle and have a good shot. And the favorite here is Beterbiev  and without adoubt  .

[mirakal]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

This is gonna be a good matchup as we all know how this both fighters aiming for victory and Yarde will do his very best to win cause wr all know that artur Beteebiev is undefeated and proven that he js a strong ang smart fighter in his division so Yardee muat be vigilant and double his moves to have a good angle and have a good shot. And the favorite here is Beterbiev  and without adoubt  .

The pressure is more on Yarde because there's already lots of people who are thinking that he can't really make any difference and defeat Artur Beterbiev on the process, but I'd like to see how Yarde will prove himself that he's not someone who is complacent enough because he also got some skills that can give some struggles to the favorite champion. It may be hard for Yarde but the reward are so fruitful to ignore if ever he can upset Beterbiev.

[bisdak40]

The pressure is more on Yarde because there's already lots of people who are thinking that he can't really make any difference and defeat Artur Beterbiev on the process, but I'd like to see how Yarde will prove himself that he's not someone who is complacent enough because he also got some skills that can give some struggles to the favorite champion. It may be hard for Yarde but the reward are so fruitful to ignore if ever he can upset Beterbiev.

I think the pressure to win is more on Beterviev because most of the fans are rooting for him to win and not just win easily but win via knockout as all his wins were via knockout that is why the odds for Beterviev to win by decision is attractive @5.60 but i don't know if Yarde could withstand the onslaught tomorrow.

Have at least ten hours to place my bet so i'm gonna ask the betting experts here on where to place my money  .

@inthelongrun, Baofeng, what's your predictions on this fight bro? Do you think this will last more than five rounds?

[chaser15]

Have at least ten hours to place my bet so i'm gonna ask the betting experts here on where to place my money  .

@inthelongrun, Baofeng, what's your predictions on this fight bro? Do you think this will last more than five rounds?

You are a betting expert in this sport. Trust your analysis, bro.

As much as the hype on Beterbiev here to win here is really strong, I can't disregard the fact that Yarde will last for long. This is Yarde's biggest break in his career, therefore, he will try not to be overwhelmed by Beterbiev's strength. This match is not just a regular match but this is a big title fight and winning this match for Yarde will make him an instant celebrity overnight.

I pick Beterbiev winning this match over Yarde but I do see that the latter will survive for over 5 rounds and possibly finish the entire match.

[Shamm]

I like Beterbiev to stop Yarde.

I've never been sold on Yarde.

I backed Kovalev to beat him and Yarde doesn't like to be pressured.

I'm confident Beterbiev with his aggressive and high pressure style stops Yarde late.

What is more interesting here is if Yarde will try to become the aggressor early or he will try to fight smart and outbox Beterbiev. Yarde may be a little faster here since Beterbiev is aging. If only Yarde is used to fighting full 10 and 12-round fights, maybe he can just focus on outboxing Beterbiev. But Yarde had been knocking out nearly all of his opponents in the past which leads to an assumption that he might be gassed out in the late rounds. Whereas Beterbiev may have KO'd all his previous opponents but his style is conservative and he is smart as well which may enable him to continue fighting at a high pace even in the late rounds.   

This is gonna be a good matchup as we all know how this both fighters aiming for victory and Yarde will do his very best to win cause wr all know that artur Beteebiev is undefeated and proven that he js a strong ang smart fighter in his division so Yardee muat be vigilant and double his moves to have a good angle and have a good shot. And the favorite here is Beterbiev  and without adoubt  .

The pressure is more on Yarde because there's already lots of people who are thinking that he can't really make any difference and defeat Artur Beterbiev on the process, but I'd like to see how Yarde will prove himself that he's not someone who is complacent enough because he also got some skills that can give some struggles to the favorite champion. It may be hard for Yarde but the reward are so fruitful to ignore if ever he can upset Beterbiev.

For me Yarde has enough experience to prove that he can defeat Beterbiev or make the fight closer. Even if he will loss then its okay if he did his Best but if he win then for sure yarde will be more popular and as I said above Yarde must train harder and study the movement of Beterbiev in order to prevent such mistakes that lead him to loss. And in the fight date we will see if yarde can or can not.

[Baofeng]

Here is the official weigh in

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijs4WL6IWic

Both make weights, Beterbiev officially weighed 174 ½ pounds, whereas Yarde came in at 174 ¼ pounds.

So most likely everyone is hype on this fight, and this is a must watch because who knows, this could end up very quick for Beterbiev, or Yarde found a way to make it a hard and grind fight and goes full 12 rounds.

The Over/Under is pegged at 5.5 rounds. And Beterbiev by KO @1.31.