Member International Boxing Hall of Fame US-Virginian conqueror of two weight categories
Julian Jackson believes that the 40-year-old Kazakhstani Gennady Golovkin (42-1-1, 37 KOs) has a chance in the third confrontation with the Mexican antagonist Saul Alvarez (57-2-2, 39 KOs).
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The fight will take place on September 17 in Las Vegas (USA). The fight will be for all the super middleweight titles held by the Mexican. The previous two fights took place in 2017-2018: first a draw was recorded, then Canelo won.
According to Jackson, “Golovkin has a chance. And all due to that incredible power, as well as courage and dedication. I think it’s going to be a great fight. From what I’ve seen, especially from his last performance, Golovkin is no longer the same as he used to be. But I liked how he managed to add during the fight. Then he looked like himself again. But there’s a problem. With Canelo, you can’t get into a fight for so long.”
Jackson is sure that “Golovkin’s body language speaks for itself. But in any case, I will not write it off. Because never underestimate the power of the spirit. And if he is properly set up for the fight, just like in the first two meetings, then the fight can again turn out to be tough and competitive. But only if he immediately actively joins the fight. You can’t swing for a long time. In the previous fight, Golovkin’s timing was very seriously off. But I believe that if he has the right attitude, then everything will be fine. I do not hide the fact that I like Golovkin. My dude, I support him all my career.”
According to the ex-champion, “Golovkin’s timing will never be the same again, which is why his punches are no longer so dangerous. At times they are not fast enough, but they are thrown in a timely manner, and this can still be a decisive factor. But this is exactly what worries me on the eve of revenge. It’s not the same beats. No, definitely not those. He will have to start the fight aggressively. Maximum power in the starting rounds. Canelo needs to be a little taken aback. It is necessary that the power of Golovkin make him think before he presses. Therefore, Gennady really needs good blows at the start of the fight. He needs Canelo to lose some confidence. Otherwise, it’s game over! Golovkin needs maximum aggression at the start, and then gradually slow down, connect the jab.
Jackson is sure that “for this tactic to work, Golovkin needs not just one or two hits, but one that will switch Canelo’s toggle switch to “let’s not rush – fight smart” mode.”
The other day it turned out that Hearn had a claim to Golovkin before the third fight with Canelo: “Why were you silent?” And the judges and referee of the fight are also known.
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