Byrd vs. Fres

[Gillian]

Hey,

This question is for the boxing sharps. What do you think the chances are of Chris Byrd taking Fres out before the 10.5 rounds. Who has Fres fought that's any good besides a sluggish Tua. Not much. Byrd seemed stronger when he fought Holyfield. Maybe he can wear Fres down with combos and get a TKO? Any thoughts?

 

[franks.]

My first impression would be that this matchup
is the equivalent of watching paint dry. If
Fres does something really dumb, he may force
Chris to drop him. Otherwise, ho-hum.

 

[tgoodm1]

If Byrd applies himself at getting the K.O., it can be done. Oquendo is a second rate fighter and will never rank amongst the upper echelon fighters.

Byrd-A level fighter ( he possesses slickness, quickness, agility, and great boxing skills)

Oquendo-B level (he has decent power, some toughness, but lacks good boxing skills)