###### Katsidis World Title Express ######

[ashley]

Ok guys lets get behind Mick in his quest to fight the best....the trash talking has already started...this fight will be huge....they are talking 35,000 seats :good

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[Rise Above]

I'm onboard. Knock him out Kats.

[Contendo]

Ok guys lets get behind Mick in his quest to fight the best....the trash talking has already started...this fight will be huge....they are talking 35,000 seats :good

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If it end's up at Upton, Kats will have 35,000+ right cockney geeza's going nutters against him!

This is a huge fight in London and obviously big support for Kats back here also.

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

A huge task both inside and outside the ring for Kats.

There's been many horror stories over the years of Oz boxers travelling overseas to fight opponents on their home soil and in front of absolutely hostile 'away' crowds! The pressure on judges & referees, who like all of us have a vested interest in returning home alive, must be enormous!

[ashley]

A huge task both inside and outside the ring for Kats.

There's been many horror stories over the years of Oz boxers travelling overseas to fight opponents on their home soil and in front of absolutely hostile 'away' crowds! The pressure on judges & referees, who like all of us have a vested interest in returning home alive, must be enormous!

Tend to agree...the good thing is Katsidis has already fought OS before.....do you know what the crowd was for Kat v Earl?

[percy davo]

DEFINANTLY BEHIND KATS.
Allways have been allways will be. The guy has the heart of a lion and respect to boot.
Come on Mick get in there and do the damage.

[stiflers mum]

A huge task both inside and outside the ring for Kats.

There's been many horror stories over the years of Oz boxers travelling overseas to fight opponents on their home soil and in front of absolutely hostile 'away' crowds! The pressure on judges & referees, who like all of us have a vested interest in returning home alive, must be enormous!
pffft nothing that will faze Katsidis the great.the SD when he fought Escobedo which was ridiculous will inspire him to end this by brutal KO and take it out of the judges hands and leave the soap dodging hostile pommy crowd crying like Brooklyn negroes on fathers day.:deal

[20a87]

If it end's up at Upton, Kats will have 35,000+ right cockney geeza's going nutters against him!

This is a huge fight in London and obviously big support for Kats back here also.

I can't see it selling 35,000 here. It's more likely gonna be at the excel. I imagine mitchell wants to connect himself with the hammers like hatton did man city but he couldnt pull that crowd.

pffft nothing that will faze Katsidis the great.the SD when he fought Escobedo which was ridiculous will inspire him to end this by brutal KO and take it out of the judges hands and leave the soap dodging hostile pommy crowd crying like Brooklyn negroes on fathers day.:deal

ok.....

[waynesmale]

Kat must KNOCK him out otherwise he will never win over there, No judge will score the fight for Katsidis over in England.

[ashley]

Kat must KNOCK him out otherwise he will never win over there, No judge will score the fight for Katsidis over in England.

One would tend to agree with this......unless Mick puts him down a few times.....It would have been interesting to know the score of the Earl fight before it ended

[ashley]

pffft nothing that will faze Katsidis the great.the SD when he fought Escobedo which was ridiculous will inspire him to end this by brutal KO and take it out of the judges hands and leave the soap dodging hostile pommy crowd crying like Brooklyn negroes on fathers day.:deal

The judge that had it for Escobedo takes the prize for the worst scoring I have ever seen

[LeonMcS]

Fenech-Nelson I?
Casamayor-Santa Cruz?
Williams-Martinez 119-110?

[stiflers mum]

The judge that had it for Escobedo takes the prize for the worst scoring I have ever seen
no the judges that had it a 5 or 6 point margin for Zappa is worse.

[ashley]

no the judges that had it a 5 or 6 point margin for Zappa is worse.

No its not because the judge had Mick going down by 4 rounds....now considering he won by 8 or 9 rounds...its a 8 or 9 round mistake :deal

[ashley]

Fenech-Nelson I?
Casamayor-Santa Cruz?
Williams-Martinez 119-110?

First fight...stretching my memory a bit but had Jeff ahead by 3 or 4 maybe :huh

Second fight...fuck yeah...I was going for Cruz...I thought he won by 4 or 5 rounds

Last fight...yep thats just strange...I had it a point either way...draw was best

[kosaros]

Kat must KNOCK him out otherwise he will never win over there, No judge will score the fight for Katsidis over in England.

Mate, Lovemore N'dou got a undeserved draw over here to the home fighter and his brother was also the promoter!

[ashley]

Mate, Lovemore N'dou got a undeserved draw over here to the home fighter and his brother was also the promoter!

Yeah mate...thats the point Lovemore won the fight....its even on the brit froum saying Mat got a gift draw :D

[kosaros]

Yeah mate...thats the point Lovemore won the fight....its even on the brit froum saying Mat got a gift draw :D

:lol:

Even we wanted N'dou to win that night, but most of us thought little Matt did enough :verysad

[Sai]

TBH I'd rather be an Aussie fighting in the UK than a Brit fighting in Australia in terms of dubious officiating/judging, but its not like either party has clean hands...

Should be an absolutely fantastic fight, can't wait. Both guys are great warriors.

[ashley]

Mitchell's last fight.....fight starts at 4:30

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[ashley]

Ok so Mitchell looks ok and moves and punches well....but has he ever been in the ring with a fighter like this?

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[TCboxa]

katsidis should have this in the bag no problem, Mitchell picks his punches well but i just dont think he is the same calibure of fighter that Katsidis is. Early KO victory for Katsidis.

[20a87]

:lol:

Even we wanted N'dou to win that night, but most of us thought little Matt did enough :verysad

good post fight interview :lol:

[HairyHighlander]

Onboard for sure :good

Dont wish any bad luck on him at all but the moment hes cut up then its gonna get interesting regarding the ref.

All the best, he really has got it all against him.

[ashley]

Onboard for sure :good

Dont wish any bad luck on him at all but the moment hes cut up then its gonna get interesting regarding the ref.

All the best, he really has got it all against him.

Yeah tend to agree with this....Mick cuts up even when he's well on top.....it's very open to interpretation how bad a cut stops a fight.....I heard Sydney Smutt is in fact a doctor...maybe he can tell us :hey

[Sydney Smutt]

Simple really Ash

If the blood from the cut is not going into the eye and hampering his vision, cuts then OK to continue.
If the seriousness of the cut (ie position or depth) is not considered to have an impact of a permanent injury if the fight continues, then OK to continue.
Doctor should never be over-ruled if he calls a fight off due to a cut even if under the rules "only the referee can stop the bout".
A corner should wherever possible be given a chance to work on a bad cut in between a round before calling the doctor in.

That will be $150 as it's Saturday and I don't bulk-bill... pay up fucker!

[Sydney Smutt]

As for the referee in the fight, England does allow neutral refs (ie non-British) as long as they are not US as America will not allow UK refs to work there. If a UK ref is used their best refs are
1) Howard Foster
1) Richie Davies
3) Victor Laughlin
4) Jim's Brother
5) Phil Edwards

Hopefully one of these (pref Foster, Davies or Lauglin) is appointed as Mick will get more than a fair go under their command.



NB - Mickey Vann has been retired by the BBBoC after having reached mandatory retirement age but can still work world title fights if appointed. I didn't include him in the above list for that reason and a couple of others....

[ashley]

Simple really Ash

If the blood from the cut is not going into the eye and hampering his vision, cuts then OK to continue.
If the seriousness of the cut (ie position or depth) is not considered to have an impact of a permanent injury if the fight continues, then OK to continue.
Doctor should never be over-ruled if he calls a fight off due to a cut even if under the rules "only the referee can stop the bout".
A corner should wherever possible be given a chance to work on a bad cut in between a round before calling the doctor in.

That will be $150 as it's Saturday and I don't bulk-bill... pay up fucker!

Thanks Dr Smutt......put the $150 on my tab :D

I guess with a name like Dr Smutt you got no chance of being a gynaecologist :yep

[ashley]

katsidis should have this in the bag no problem, Mitchell picks his punches well but i just dont think he is the same calibure of fighter that Katsidis is. Early KO victory for Katsidis.

I tend to agree with this.......I dont see any guys on Mitchells record that would show hes been in with a guy like Mick.....I think the way Mick fought against Ecobedo was his best fight all round in regard to defence and picking shots....in saying that Escobedo was taylor made for Mick....he just cant fight on the inside

[ashley]

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Found this great read :good

[04eta]

The only fight I have seen of mitchell was against johannson on the haye/enzo undercard. Mitchell looked good early but couldn't handle the pressure of johannson in the middle rounds and was almost stopped. I can't see him being able to handle the pressure of kats. Kats defence and pressure fighting has improved a lot in the last few fights.

[Sai]

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Found this great read :good

lolwut?

[ashley]

lolwut?


:huh...cant you open the link?

Its about Mitchell running from Mick in the fight.

[Sai]

Who wrote it, is it someone you know? They do lose a lot of credibility by suggesting Prescott beat Mitchell to be fair.

[snakeface]

Katsidis the great. never a dull moment.

[ashley]

Who wrote it, is it someone you know? They do lose a lot of credibility by suggesting Prescott beat Mitchell to be fair.

Yeah that bit was off the mark....I thought Prescott started ok but Mitchell won the fight by 3 or 4 in my book.

What I was referring to was the manner of how Mitchell won......'on the bike for 12'....and Mitchell has come out and said he will trade with Mick however I agree with the author....he will avoid heavy exchanges and box from the outside.

No dont know the writer

[Sai]

Mitchell will definitely be the boxer in the fight, but hes definitely not afraid to mix it up a bit. If he mixes it up too much though he could be in some real trouble. I do think the writer of that is really underrating Mitchell. He's really come on a lot of late.

Tell you what though, if I was fighting in that weight range, Id duck Katsidis. He'd be absolutely terrifying to fight.

Im seriously looking forward to this scrap, it should be a *******.

[one in a million]

!00% all the way, May 8th :bbb

[Contendo]

!00% all the way, May 8th :bbb

Or maybe the 15th instead... [Only registered and activated users can see links]

[goodnight]

Or maybe the 15th instead... [Only registered and activated users can see links]

fucken baby is due that day,

might book her in for a caesarian a day later, or two...:drink

[ashley]

fucken baby is due that day,

might book her in for a caesarian a day later, or two...:drink

They never come when they are due :lol:

[goodnight]

They never come when they are due :lol:
they do when they are caesarian....

[stiflers mum]

bump.keep this thread at the top.the express is gathering momentum.
he can touch MC Hammer
he is allowed to talk about fight club
he is Michael'The Great'Katsidis
Mitchells 0 is gonna go.:happy:happy:happy:happy:happy:happy
and the ever popular:hi::hi::hi:

[Contendo]

bump.keep this thread at the top.the express is gathering momentum.
he can touch MC Hammer
he is allowed to talk about fight club
he is Michael'The Great'Katsidis
Mitchells 0 is gonna go.:happy:happy:happy:happy:happy:happy
and the ever popular:hi::hi::hi:



Me's thinking here that Stifler and his excitement is going to be like a ******* waiting to explode come May 15th!!! :bbb

[Contendo]

They never come when they are due :lol:

What, big name opponents like Pavlik??? :lol::lol::lol:

[ashley]

What, big name opponents like Pavlik??? :lol::lol::lol:

I'm not going to bite...besides this is a Katsidis thread :yep

[Contendo]

I'm not going to bite...besides this is a Katsidis thread :yep


You know you want too, go on Ash! Be like a fat chick with a packet of Tim Tam's and let loose! :lol:

Since when have threads in this place stayed on point! There was a thread in here the other week about Lenny Zapp and ended up in the most ridiculous 'Underbelly' shoot em up gangster threats going! :patsch

[ashley]

You know you want too, go on Ash! Be like a fat chick with a packet of Tim Tam's and let loose! :lol:

Since when have threads in this place stayed on point! There was a thread in here the other week about Lenny Zapp and ended up in the most ridiculous 'Underbelly' shoot em up gangster threats going! :patsch

I'm trying hard to keep "_____" to "____" threads only.

On the choc :hey, I would love to hit a packet of tim tams hard.....however I'm on a strict diet :twisted:

[Contendo]

I'm trying hard to keep "_____" to "____" threads only.

On the choc :hey, I would love to hit a packet of tim tams hard.....however I'm on a strict diet :twisted:


So does that make you a 'Biggest Loser'? :yep

[ashley]

So does that make you a 'Biggest Loser'? :yep

Not yet but I'm working on it :good

[ashley]

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Good tip by Kegsy :good

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

...There was a thread in here the other week about Lenny Zapp and ended up in the most ridiculous 'Underbelly' shoot em up gangster threats going! :patsch

Channel 9's screening 'Underbelly 3 - The Golden Mile', in the next few weeks.

Heard they've been trying to contact our very own TCBoxa regarding the adaption of that very ESB thread into Underbelly 4, but he seems to have 'gone missing'.

[LeonMcS]

True, the version starring ty was to be called 'Underknees' though.

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

The 9 props department are gonna face a challenge getting hold of some Phil-Austin-like clown shoes for the lynching scene.

[goodnight]

True, the version starring ty was to be called 'Underknees' though.

I thought it was underpants,

part IV - the soiling.

[Contendo]

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The East End is going to go off for this fight. I'm really excited about it. Go Kats! :bbb

Shame Phil 'The Hammer' Austin wasn't still on here, he loved Upton Park and his 'Ammers'!

I seriously think they'll get 30,000. This is a big London fight and the UK have massive respect for Kats. Even if he beats their guy Mitchell, he'll have their respect.

Great fight! :good

[ashley]

Follow-up article in the UK press resulting from the press conference held yesterday - [Only registered and activated users can see links]

The East End is going to go off for this fight. I'm really excited about it. Go Kats! :bbb

Shame Phil 'The Hammer' Austin wasn't still on here, he loved Upton Park and his 'Ammers'!

I seriously think they'll get 30,000. This is a big London fight and the UK have massive respect for Kats. Even if he beats their guy Mitchell, he'll have their respect.

Great fight! :good


Yeah tend to agree...Kats got great respect beating Earl....the pmos love him :yep

[Sai]

The Katsidis fight got a mention in the free paper they hand out on the trains today!

Exposure baby

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

...There was a thread...ended up in the most ridiculous 'Underbelly' shoot em up gangster threats going!

I know it's a Katsidis thread but couldn't help myself...

Which actor should play the role of 'Spibot' if the thread you mentioned did get adapted into Underbelly 4?

Any bright suggestions?

[Sydney Smutt]

Maybe the dwarf that was in In Bruges could be hired to play Ty?

I hope plenty of Aussies get to Upton Park to cheer on Kats: the locals will make you feel really welcome 'n all! :p ;)

[JOSEY WALES]

Maybe the dwarf that was in In Bruges could be hired to play Ty?

I hope plenty of Aussies get to Upton Park to cheer on Kats: the locals will make you feel really welcome 'n all! :p ;)

If i was a thief i would defo be working the Earls court area that night ,as Kats will have plenty of his countrymen there in support , Seriously though Syd ive mixed feelings about this fight , i love Kats as a fighter (Whats not to like ) ? but i'm a Pom as well so will be looking for a Home UD (Thats a Home UD & Not a Home Town UD Btw ) . :good

[Sydney Smutt]

Kats has to rely on Mitchell having no brains whatsoever (It's called a "Ty" in Australia), and luring him into a slugging match where he has a chance. Straight boxing match then Kats, with his incredibly poor defence is in a spot of bother IMO

[JOSEY WALES]

Kats has to rely on Mitchell having no brains whatsoever (It's called a "Ty" in Australia), and luring him into a slugging match where he has a chance. Straight boxing match then Kats, with his incredibly poor defence is in a spot of bother IMO

Thats exactly the way i see it , IF Mitchell starts trying to prove he can out brawl Kat's infront of his mates down in West Ham then he will come unstuck , pronto , If he boxes to his ability then i see him edging it , the thing that worries me is his lack of World class opposition we all know where Kats has been and win lose or draw at that level there is no substitue for experience and Kats has experience in spades ..

Gotta run mate ... Fooking work . :-(

[perfect jet]

Two definite advantages Mitchell has over Kats is hand and foot speed. If Kats can make them a non issue, he looks too strong for Mitchell.

[TCboxa]

Kats has to rely on Mitchell having no brains whatsoever (It's called a "Ty" in Australia), and luring him into a slugging match where he has a chance. Straight boxing match then Kats, with his incredibly poor defence is in a spot of bother IMO

Your mum has poor defence, giving birth to a POS like you!

[one in a million]

"Kevin's a real east end boy and I know the people from down that way will come out and support him."

Katsidis, who is hoping to get good support from London's Greek and Australian communities, said he was looking forward to returning to London.

"I've got happy memories of fighting Graham Earl at Wembley," said Katsidis.

"People booed me when I came into the right but our fight was so exciting they were cheering when I left.

"There's so many Aussies in London that there could be more of us there than the Brits on the night."

Mitchell and Katsidis also swapped insults after Katsidis claimed Mitchell "ran like a cat" against Breidis Prescott.

"I won't run from you, I promise that," said Mitchell. "We'll see who runs on the night. I'll land one on your chin and I'll knock you out."

Katsidis replied: "Your promoter says you've got a secret weapon - is it your mouth? If you couldn't knock out Prescott how are you going to knock out me?

"You can keep on talking but I promise there I'll be there on the night."

[Sydney Smutt]

Aaaaahh a 'your mum' retort, you are as original and intelligent and as wiity as you are tall......

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

Go Kats...but just as importantly, Underbelly 4.

Who's gonna play pivotal character, Spibot?

I'm thinking slimy, despicable here...

...Anthony Hopkins wearing that muzzle in silence of the lambs certainly has appeal?

[ashley]

Go Kats...but just as importantly, Underbelly 4.

Who's gonna play pivotal character, Spibot?

I'm thinking slimy, despicable here...

...Anthony Hopkins wearing that muzzle in silence of the lambs certainly has appeal?

No hes got too much class and culture...need to think bottom of the barrel :yep

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

...'ol Hanabal was a pretty slimy bastard, but you're right he probably had a degree of culture / integrity that would go to waste in this role.

Jack Nicholson? No.

[LeonMcS]

Verne Troyer.

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

Verne Troyer.

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[COULDHAVEBEEN]

How are the going to maintain the camera angle low enough to keep Vern in shot?

[Sydney Smutt]

I am trying to think of which boxer would create Ty as a Mini-Me version of himself but that fighter would have to have been so inactive so as to have no public profile whatsoever... Considering it would be 1/8th the original's persons size I am searching for a fighter with Baby Jake Matlala's height combined with Salman Rushdies love of being in public....

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

Can't look past 'Ol Chop Chop to play Spibot.

...Chopper Read is my nomination!

[Sydney Smutt]

so Polar opposites when it comes to spine is the order of the day for you mate?

[ashley]

Can't look past 'Ol Chop Chop to play Spibot.

...Chopper Read is my nomination!


:lol:...I saw chopper at the Cameron fight the other night

[one in a million]

Leon, my PM?

[Sydney Smutt]

Are you finally admitting to having had a fling with Leon Mel?

[one in a million]

Are you finally admitting to having had a fling with Leon Mel?

QLD via WA I don't think so.

[Sydney Smutt]

Milady, I feel thou doest protest too much!

[one in a million]

Leon?


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At least you got the lady bit right.

[Sydney Smutt]

Actually the lad does have the same skin colour as Leon....

Congrats on your two kids Mel, I am sure you are jusifiably proud of the pair of them

[one in a million]

Actually the lad does have the same skin colour as Leon....

Congrats on your two kids Mel, I am sure you are jusifiably proud of the pair of them

:hey

[LeonMcS]

Been out all day Mel, am a little confused by your message, did you want a copy of the Kats-Mitchell fight when it happens or some of Kats other fights?

[flamengo]

:lol:...I saw chopper at the Cameron fight the other night

That was not Chopper....

[ashley]

That was not Chopper....


You sure....if it wasn't him then someone's doing a good impersonation :deal

[one in a million]

Been out all day Mel, am a little confused by your message, did you want a copy of the Kats-Mitchell fight when it happens or some of Kats other fights?

Now that you mention it, that would be good.

Katsidis last fight would be good to have a look at also.

[LeonMcS]

OK, pm your work address again and will get it out next week.

Of, and if Tys watching, that'll be $500.

[flamengo]

You sure....if it wasn't him then someone's doing a good impersonation :deal

The guy in question is one of the Security.. A bloody nice bloke by the way.

[LeonMcS]

If he was security why was he sitting down at one of the tables?

[flamengo]

Hmmmm.... Sounds about right.. unless I'm wrong.. any images??

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

The guy in question is one of the Security.. A bloody nice bloke by the way.

Has he got ears?

[flamengo]

Has he got ears?

He's listening to your every word.....:D

[ashley]

The guy in question is one of the Security.. A bloody nice bloke by the way.

No mate...he had a 1960's hat on, he was sitting at that Zen Do Ki trainers table and had 1/2 of his ear missing :lol:

[stiflers mum]

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Michael Katsidis an inspirational story of triumph over adversity
who would have thought after serving 8 months jail for breaking someones jaw(BargeFTA perhaps?)and fighting on the Mundine-Kessler undercard for nothing that we would be witnessing the typical Aussie battler underdog on the cusp of greatness.travelling and relocating overseas.fighting in hostile environments.clawing his way back to the top after 2 losses in succession and here we are again fighting Mitchell,in his backyard with the odds stacked against him.the road has been rocky which will make victory that much sweeter.Michael'the great'Katsidis all Australians(except BargeFTA)salute you.
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[stiflers mum]

vocal Poms no problem for Katsidis.


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[one in a million]

OK, pm your work address again and will get it out next week.

Of, and if Tys watching, that'll be $500.

$500 bucks shesh a bit steep Leon, how's another book sound? I'm reading one at the moment 'Befriend & Betray - It's about an Infiltrating Rat.

[LeonMcS]

Thats uncanny.

Just send me an address Mel and I'll send it out this week sometime.

[one in a million]

Ironic really. Pm you with an address soon, ta.

[stiflers mum]

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East End spirit will not be enough Kevvy.:nono

[Headlock]

1st post.

jumping on board the wagon. kats is the man.

[ashley]

Welcome :good

[Headlock]

thanks mate :)

[Rise Above]

Welcome to the insanity that is the Aussie board Headlock or should I call you Gene Guevara ? :lol:

[hitman_hatton1]

i like katsidis.

he's a riot to watch. :yep

but this time he's fighting a brit.

who's gonna show him what it's all about in that squared circle.

bring him on for his beating. :bbb

[ashley]

i like katsidis.

he's a riot to watch. :yep

but this time he's fighting a brit.

who's gonna show him what it's all about in that squared circle.

bring him on for his beating. :bbb

Another satisfied Graham Earl customer :hi:

[stiflers mum]

i like katsidis.

he's a riot to watch. :yep

but this time he's fighting a brit.

who's gonna show him what it's all about in that squared circle.

bring him on for his beating. :bbb
get off the Katsidis express :fire British types not welcome:nono

[hitman_hatton1]

Another satisfied Graham Earl customer :hi:

mitchell is world's better than graham earl my friend. :yep

[Sydney Smutt]

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East End spirit will not be enough Kevvy.:nono

Don't underesitmate it - it was good enough to see off that bastard Hitler and his pesky Luftwaffe during the Blitz! :hey:hey

I have also seen that West Ham are advertising this on their website and are really getting behind Mitchell. The chances of a massive crowd to support the Cockney and give the visiting Aussie fans a right fucking kicking on their way home is increasing!
:rofl:rofl:rofl

[ashley]

mitchell is world's better than graham earl my friend. :yep


Agree...however Katsidis has improved out of sight and it showed when he dismantled Golden Boy's next big thing Vincent Escobedo.

Katsidis now picks his time to come in, employs a disciplined and effective defensive technique, and most of all the use of lateral movement on the way in and out.


On top of these new additions to his arsenal, Katsidis has changed his game plan and is ready to go 12 rounds every fight so he no longer sits in the zone swinging away.

Face facts mate Mitchell has NEVER faced a puncher like Katsidis and he will be dismantled, embarrassed and then KTFO

[Sydney Smutt]

Agree...however Katsidis has improved out of sight and it showed when he dismantled Golden Boy's next big thing Vincent Escobedo.

Katsidis now picks his time to come in, employs a disciplined and effective defensive technique, and most of all the use of lateral movement on the way in and out.

On top of these new additions to his arsenal, Katsidis has changed his game plan and is ready to go 12 rounds every fight so he no longer sits in the zone swinging away.

Face facts mate Mitchell has NEVER faced a puncher like Katsidis and he will be dismantled, embarrassed and then KTFO :deal




Yes he has actually, Prescott is every bit the banger Kats is. I think Kats is a big chance in this, but don't let blind patriotism get in the way of facts

[ashley]

Yes he has actually, Prescott is every bit the banger Kats is. I think Kats is a big chance in this, but don't let blind patriotism get in the way of facts

Prescot...meh....yeah he can punch....but not like Katsidis....both different fighters

Prescot off the back foot and punchers scared....Katsidis off the front foot loads them up 2 feet away from your face.

Also Katsidis will cut off the ring and jump on Mitchells chest....he wont fight him from a distance...its the punches that Mitchell wont see that will hurt him.

And whats wrong with blind patriotism :bart

[Sydney Smutt]

I'll tell you what's wrong with it, you can evaluate things properly and you can end up looking a dick. Forget trying to pick who punches how, they both hit just as hard and considering how long it has been since Kats actually KO'd anyone in the top echelon an argument can be made Breidis hits harder

[Rise Above]

I honestly think Katsidis power is overrated. He has a high workrate so does get his fair share of stoppages but they are mainly from the cumulative affect of his punches rather than one punch.

This should be a great fight, looking forward to it.

[ashley]

I'll tell you what's wrong with it, you can evaluate things properly and you can end up looking a dick. Forget trying to pick who punches how, they both hit just as hard and considering how long it has been since Kats actually KO'd anyone in the top echelon an argument can be made Breidis hits harder


I see your still a bit confused about what camp/ country your in :lol:

Let me give you a refresher course.

Good = aussie beaches, sunshine, meat pies and golden beer,


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Bad = Pommy land, crap beaches, rain, bangers and mash, warm beer

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Even though patriotism is a arbitrary veneration of real estate above principles.

A moment comes, which comes but rarely in history, when we step out from the old to the new, when an age ends, and when the sound of a nation, long suppressed, finds utterance....leave the old dart behind mate........get on the aussie express :yep

[Sydney Smutt]

It's got nothing to do with national pride, fucknuckle: it's reality! Remember I am an Australian BY CHOICE: there is no stronger statement that can be made....

[ashley]

It's got nothing to do with national pride, fucknuckle: it's reality! Remember I am an Australian BY CHOICE: there is no stronger statement that can be made....

OH...bit grumpy this morning :hi:

[Sydney Smutt]

Dealing with fuckwits on forums will do that to you.... :p

[ashley]

Dealing with fuckwits on forums will do that to you.... :p

now now :nono

Maybe you care for a little wager on the Katsidis fight :think

[Contendo]

Don't underesitmate it - it was good enough to see off that bastard Hitler and his pesky Luftwaffe during the Blitz! :hey:hey

I have also seen that West Ham are advertising this on their website and are really getting behind Mitchell. The chances of a massive crowd to support the Cockney and give the visiting Aussie fans a right fucking kicking on their way home is increasing!
:rofl:rofl:rofl


Not if we Aussies band together with our mates south of the river Millwall and give you West Ham a right kicking back!

[Contendo]

Prescot...meh....yeah he can punch....but not like Katsidis....both different fighters

Prescot off the back foot and punchers scared....Katsidis off the front foot loads them up 2 feet away from your face.

Also Katsidis will cut off the ring and jump on Mitchells chest....he wont fight him from a distance...its the punches that Mitchell wont see that will hurt him.

And whats wrong with blind patriotism :bart


:deal Your the 'Pioneer' Ash who wrote the book on it!

[goodnight]

I have also seen that West Ham are advertising this on their website and are really getting behind Mitchell. The chances of a massive crowd to support the Cockney and give the visiting Aussie fans a right fucking kicking on their way home is increasing!
:rofl:rofl:rofl

Having seen the way poms fight on their own soil i.e. five on one with knives included, i wouldn't be walking home with a ozzie flag when kats wins.

Kats will turn this into a war, emotions will get the better of mitchell and the cumulative, non stop pressure from katsidis will have mitchell unable to continue.....:good

[stiflers mum]

just bumping this.as we know Kats is fighting Kevin Mitchell
not a reality TV star and not a shot fighter jumping 3 weight classes that beat Mundine over half a decade ago.
all aboard the Katsidis express.:thumbsup

[one in a million]

Thats uncanny.

Just send me an address Mel and I'll send it out this week sometime.

How did you go Leon?

[stiflers mum]

Katsidis banking on Aussie support.

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[one in a million]

Support is needed from Oz, Leon did you send the disc?

[one in a million]

Have no other interest other than my Katsidis disc.

[04eta]

This could make it harder for katsidis.

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[stiflers mum]

This could make it harder for katsidis.

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oh dear.not a good sign.Kats tends to bleed alot too.hate to
see him lose with a bullshit stoppage like Calzaghe/Manfredo jr.not that Manfredo was going to win but he never got a fair shake.

[sparta]

I honestly think Katsidis power is overrated. He has a high workrate so does get his fair share of stoppages but they are mainly from the cumulative affect of his punches rather than one punch.

This should be a great fight, looking forward to it.


i dont think his power is over rated,i think he doesnt put everything on them like he used to,so he doesnt leave himself open as much, i think its a logical trade off when someone has to imrove their defence to increase their use by date in th sport.

he was within a wisker away of knocking out cassa,who has a great chin,had him on queer st a couple of times.his style has changed due to the result of that fight and that fight only.

somthing has got to give,hence not many kos since amonsot cassa fights.i also think he has bad accuracy on his punches,which doesnt help his power.


he :happynow applies smarter pressure,which will be mitchells undoing on the night.

go katsidis.

[Rodin]

This could make it harder for katsidis.

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Parris is a dud
When he struggled to raise the hand of the well beaten Chris PYatt against Kevin Kelly for the Comm title, it pretty well summed up the way Parris played the game. ;););););):twisted:
He embarrassed the shit out of the fair dinkum English fans, & the ringside commentary. ("What fight was he watching") was their comment.

He's the absolute last bloke they should have proposed.

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

From Boxing News 24 .com
29th April 2010

Mitchell vows to make Katsidis pay

By Scott Gilfoid:

Number #1 ranked WBO lightweight contender Kevin Mitchell (31-0, 23 KO’s) vows to make World Boxing Organization lightweight interim champion Michael Katsidis (26-2, 21 KO’s) pay for not showing him the proper respect three years ago when the two fighters met, according to Sportinglife.

Mitchell met Katsidis three years ago when fighting on the undercard of Katsidis’ 5th round stoppage of Graham Earl on February 17th, 2007. Mitchell apparently came up to Katsidis and paid him a compliment for having fought well against Earl.

However, Katsidis didn’t compliment Mitchell in return and didn’t seem to give Mitchell the reaction he was looking for from Katsidis. Mitchell said “I’ve always remembered that and it’s stuck with me to this day. His fight against Earl was one of the best I have ever seen, and I went up to him to tell him that.

But rather than show me the kind of respect fighters usually have for each other, he looked at me like I was a nobody. I couldn’t believe it. I was just a young kid who wanted to big up a fighter who’d just put it all on the line. I’ve met a lot of champions in my time, and his behavior that night was the worst I’ve come across.”

I wonder if it has ever crossed Mitchell’s mind that Katsidis might not have known who he was at the time that he approached him. I can see it. Mitchell, looking all of 22, walks up to a guy that just fought a five round war and compliments him. Katsidis was probably having his backside kissed over and over again after that fight by a throng of fans, and then Mitchell walks up. I can see where Katsidis might not have recognized the guy and just out of ignorance didn’t give him the reaction wanted.

Mitchell has become better known lately, but I wonder if Katsidis really knew who he was back then? How can you blame a guy because he didn’t show you the reaction you wanted when he just finished brawling with some guy for five rounds? Katsidis took some shots in that fight and I can understand why he might not be showing courtesy to everyone that approached him after the bout. Probably distracted and thinking about other stuff. Back in 2007, Mitchell was still mostly fighting guys from local British boxing scene and hadn’t started to really take on fighters from around the world.

Mitchell, still upset about Katsidis not showing him the proper respect, said “Until that moment, I was one of his biggest fans, but afterwards, I was desperate to knock him out. Right there and then, I thought to myself ‘you’re going to pay for that.” Oh brother. Why should Katsidis have recognized Mitchell when he was still not fighting world class opponents? What do you expect from the guy? It isn’t like Mitchell was fighting in Australia where Katsidis lives.

I could see Mitchell being upset about Katsidis not showing him respect – or whatever he was looking for – in that circumstance, but to be upset about him not getting excited about a fighter that had been fighting almost all his fights in the UK at that point seems a little bizarre.

Even now, Mitchell is still fighting most of his fights in the UK and has not been venturing to other parts of the world to fight, with the exception of his bout against Walter Estrada. I’d say his best opponent to date is Breidis Prescott, and I wasn’t impressed in the slightest with that win by Mitchell. In fact, I had Prescott winning that fight by eight rounds to four. Mitchell ran from Prescott in every rounds, occasionally stooping to throw a pot shot before resuming his running. I saw this as a controversial decision and didn’t see anything from that victory that would make me think that Mitchell can beat a fighter like Katsidis.

I hope Mitchell does go and try to knock Katsidis out, but if he does that, I see Mitchell knocked into oblivion by Katsidis. I think Mitchell will start off trying to pay Katsidis back for this long ago slight, but as soon as he tastes Katsidis’ power, my guess is Mitchell will be off to the races, sprinting around the ring all night long in a fight that will be painfully boring to watch. But I really hope Mitchell just stands and trades with Katsidis and gives the fans something to remember for as long as it lasts.

[one in a million]

I like this one Wayne :good


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[stiflers mum]

Mitchell plans on punishing Katsidis
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[ashley]

Mick needs an early stoppage boys.....any cut that looks half bad the fight will be stopped by the doc :-(

[Sydney Smutt]

what an idiot.....

[ashley]

We shall see :tong

[stiflers mum]

Mick needs an early stoppage boys.....any cut that looks half bad the fight will be stopped by the doc :-(
that concerns me too.but surely they know of his tendency too bleed and make concessions.i hope.

[JOSEY WALES]

Mick needs an early stoppage boys.....any cut that looks half bad the fight will be stopped by the doc :-(

Come on Ash that's a bullshit post , you make the UK out to be the rip off capital of the world , Katsidis will be given a fair go .

[ashley]

Come on Ash that's a bullshit post , you make the UK out to be the rip off capital of the world , Katsidis will be given a fair go .

Just a thought mate.....are you a bit touchy about this subject?

[JOSEY WALES]

Just a thought mate.....are you a bit touchy about this subject?

No my bad Ash i just found out Dave Paris is the WBO appointed ref ,but you already knew this before you commented ,,Right ? ..... :deal

[ashley]

No my bad Ash i just found out Dave Paris is the WBO appointed ref ,but you already knew this before you commented ,,Right ? ..... :deal

We are talking ****** here mate.....I just know everything will be in his fighters favour :good

[JOSEY WALES]

We are talking ****** here mate.....I just know everything will be in his fighters favour :good

Ash you said the Doc not the ref ,:lol: anyway seeing as the Ref is probably Parris ( but kat's has launched a protest ) i fear for MITCHEAL mate as i expect him to be taking heaps of shots early and we all know how premature Parris can be , the appointment of Parris ( If upheald ) Should work in Kat's favour , Mickey Vann would be my choice . :good

Ps Maybe team kat's should have bid higher ...:good

[ashley]

Ash you said the Doc not the ref ,:lol: anyway seeing as the Ref is probably Parris ( but kat's has launched a protest ) i fear for MITCHEAL mate as i expect him to be taking heaps of shots early and we all know how premature Parris can be , the appointment of Parris ( If upheald ) Should work in Kat's favour , Mickey Vann would be my choice . :good

Ps Maybe team kat's should have bid higher ...:good

Not talking about the ref mate....doc stops the fight on cuts...thats my call :deal

[JOSEY WALES]

Not talking about the ref mate....doc stops the fight on cuts...thats my call :deal

That's your fight prediction , Mitchell stops katsidis ? Wow I would be very surprised at that mate i favour Kev in a close but decisive decision .

[HairyHighlander]

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Ps Maybe team kat's should have bid higher ...:good

I'm very surised tey didn' go in higher. With the profile of boxing being raised in australia (with shit fights), this fight would have sold well in australia.

Britain is the new Germany.

[JOSEY WALES]

I'm very surised tey didn' go in higher. With the profile of boxing being raised in australia (with shit fights), this fight would have sold well in australia.

Britain is the new Germany.

Will it be PPV down under mate ?

[ashley]

Will it be PPV down under mate ?

I think so mate even though the time will be bad....maybe 6am here

Josey I think the fight will end in cuts and it will be premature in my view.

[goodnight]

Will it be PPV down under mate ?

I think mainevent are in talks at the moment,

6am should i have an early morning or late night :think

[ashley]

I think mainevent are in talks at the moment,

6am should i have an early morning or late night :think

Deal is done mate...5am EST :good

[stiflers mum]

I think so mate even though the time will be bad....maybe 6am here

Josey I think the fight will end in cuts and it will be premature in my view.
5am replayed every 4 hours according to Main Event site.

[Rise Above]

So will the pubs be opening at 5 am ???

[JOSEY WALES]

So will the pubs be opening at 5 am ???

If its anything like up here RA think Snooker halls and the like . Good times :lol:

[bolton]

mitchell talks to much smack, im geting on board, knock him the F*ck out kats!

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All this talk between the fighters is great news for katsidis. Hopefully it will draw mitchell into a war which plays right into kats hands.

[goodnight]

So will the pubs be opening at 5 am ???

hopefully pig n whistle in the mall will be showing it in briz. Its open but won't serve beer though

[riggers]

I spoke to Frank ****** today, he says 'if' Mitchell holds his discipline and boxes sensibly he has a 'chance'. There is no way Kats is being underestimated by anyone. Its all talk to put bums on seats.

[goodnight]

I spoke to Frank ****** today, he says 'if' Mitchell holds his discipline and boxes sensibly he has a 'chance'. There is no way Kats is being underestimated by anyone. Its all talk to put bums on seats.


mitchell calling kats a "arrogant sod" because kats ignored him 3 years ago at wembley.

Have a cry mitchell :|, three years ago you were even more of a nothing than you are now.

[riggers]

Yeah , i doubt he gave a monkeys himself either. A petty war of words to sell a few tickets has to start somewhere though eh ? mind you it seems to have worked with some of you lot !

[gilly]

ill be putting alot of loot on katsidis winning by KO

[goodnight]

Yeah , i doubt he gave a monkeys himself either. A petty war of words to sell a few tickets has to start somewhere though eh ? mind you it seems to have worked with some of you lot !

he's a pom, we don't need any more than that to want kats to drop him.

[one in a million]

Golovkin is a maybe, Green & Briggs is a gonna...Katsidis is a definite :deal :bbb

[ashley]

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Gotta love Kats :lol:

[ashley]

I spoke to Frank ****** today, he says 'if' Mitchell holds his discipline and boxes sensibly he has a 'chance'. There is no way Kats is being underestimated by anyone. Its all talk to put bums on seats.

Riggers hanging with the man :yep :good

[riggers]

Riggers hanging with the man :yep :good

Met him briefly at work, so asked what he thought about the fight, he was complimentary of Kats. Mitchell has a chance, he thinks he can do it.

[ashley]

Met him briefly at work, so asked what he thought about the fight, he was complimentary of Kats. Mitchell has a chance, he thinks he can do it.

Quite a number of posters on the brit forum are going for Katsidis....50% think he will win and quite a few of them said they want kats to win :good

[riggers]

You can't not like watching Kats fight. I think Mitchell will win a few Aussies over too. It will be a hard fight for both i think.

[stiflers mum]

kATSIDIS CANT WAIT TO BATTER MITCHELL
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rang AUSTAR Katsidis Mitchell 5am,10am,6pm,10pm.dunno with foxtel.best ring up.website said replayed every 4 hours.:huh

[JOSEY WALES]

Good old Brit v Aussie dust up this , like the old days . can't fooking wait .

[one in a million]

:pop Looks like I will be sitting and watching the boxing by myself again.

[JOSEY WALES]

:pop Looks like I will be sitting and watching the boxing by myself again.


Go on then , why's that Mel ?

[one in a million]

No your just going to annoy me :bart

[stiflers mum]

Mitchell says Katsidis will be his''Kostya Tszyu'' moment.
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not long now.:thumbsup

[ashley]

Cant wait for this.....bring on sunday :bbb

I started thinking Kats will stop him....then watched more footage of Mitchell thinking the guy can box and move....now back to Kats stops him round 19 :good

Round 10 sorry

[goodnight]

Mitchell says Katsidis will be his''Kostya Tszyu'' moment.
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not long now.:thumbsup

does that mean he is going to deliberately cheat and hit him in the nuts too?

[LeonMcS]

These 19 round fights can be real killers.

[Rise Above]

I was hoping it would go the full 45 rounds.

[one in a million]

Couldn't hear much from the pale pom or his trainer tibbsy, Katsidis looks comfortable. JMM is next :bbb

[stiflers mum]

does that mean he is going to deliberately cheat and hit him in the nuts too?
:lol:maybe.hope its not the same ref.

[one in a million]

KATSIDIS SOAKS UP ANOTHER BATTLE IN THE UK







On May 15th at Upton Park Stadium, West Ham United Michael Katsidis defends his WBO interim lightweight title against home town favourite Kevin Mitchell. Katsidis boxing strengths and skill will be under the watchful eye of UK promoter Frank ******. Mitchell is undefeated with 31 wins and ranked # 9, Katsidis # 2 has 26 wins, 2 loses to former world champions Joel Cassamayor and Juan Diaz, this will be Mitchell's toughest professional fight. Mitchell promises his fans an explosive fight, fulfilling a dream of boxing for a world title at his local Upton Park Stadium in front of his peers, family and friends.


Katsidis is no stranger to the UK, in 2007 Katsidis was nominated for boxer of the year for his brutal fights with Czar Amonsot and UK hard man Graham Earl “ People booed me when I came into the ring but our fight was so exciting they were cheering when I left” this fight earned him respect and admiration from the UK and fans around the world. After his success in 2007 the Katsidis team tested his boxing skill and strengths securing a fight with former world champion Joel Cassamayor. A war between two determined boxers saw them both knocked down by round six, ending in a technical knockout in round ten and the loss of the WBO interim lightweight title to Cassamayor. A controversial loss that could have went either way against Juan Diaz added a second loss to Katsidis record. In 2009 he returned to the ring winning all three of his challenging fights, claiming back the interim WBO lightweight title from Vicente Escobedo.


With the title back in his corner and his first defence Mitchell better come prepared for the hardest fight of his boxing career. Katsidis has improved with every fight, he has been bloodied and bruised fighting our worlds best. A knockout punch, one of the hardest in the lightweight division Katsidis will be in fine form to deliver once again a great fight for boxing fans and the world to see. A true warrior, his come forward style and solid punching power force many boxers to trade punch for punch. Mitchell has good boxing sense, skill and is a tough competitor but hasn't been in the ring with a boxer of Katsidis stature and power. Katsidis is a credit to his opponent and an asset to the world of boxing, 'If boxing is a business then there is no greater asset than Katsidis'.













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[one in a million]

Michael Katsidis, WBO interim lightweight champion, will have his mandatory title fight during the first quarter of 2010 against the champion Juan Manuel Marquez :think

[Sydney Smutt]

Katsidis is a credit to his opponent and an asset to the world of boxing, 'If boxing is a business then there is no greater asset than Katsidis'.
HUH??

Can you please tell me what part of the fight with Diaz was controversial and how it could have gone either way? He got outboxed at every turn - it wasn't even close

[Sydney Smutt]

does that mean he is going to deliberately cheat and hit him in the nuts too?

So does that also mean that Katsidis will kick off the low-blows as well, just like Kostya did?

[ashley]

So does that also mean that Katsidis will kick off the low-blows as well, just like Kostya did?

Are you going for the pom smutt?

[Sydney Smutt]

Nope not at all - Katsidis all the way. Just means that I have both eyes open and can acknowledge the fight that Kostya was more than happy to go low throughout the fight and the last big low blow from Hatton was payback from yet another low shot from our man. Kostya fought dirty his entire career, it's just that some cry-babies around here can't seem to acknowledge this. My call is Katsidis KO5

[ashley]

Nope not at all - Katsidis all the way. Just means that I have both eyes open and can acknowledge the fight that Kostya was more than happy to go low throughout the fight and the last big low blow from Hatton was payback from yet another low shot from our man. Kostya fought dirty his entire career, it's just that some cry-babies around here can't seem to acknowledge this. My call is Katsidis KO5

I hope your right about Kats round 5.....I'm a bit concerned about Mitchells movement and counters while Kats tries to chase him round the ring

[goodnight]

Nope not at all - Katsidis all the way. Just means that I have both eyes open and can acknowledge the fight that Kostya was more than happy to go low throughout the fight and the last big low blow from Hatton was payback from yet another low shot from our man. Kostya fought dirty his entire career, it's just that some cry-babies around here can't seem to acknowledge this. My call is Katsidis KO5

lol

seemed to me a rapid triple post of crying,whingeing and complaining....

[jordan1]

:hey

[one in a million]

[quote=Sydney Smutt;6817848]Katsidis is a credit to his opponent and an asset to the world of boxing, 'If boxing is a business then there is no greater asset than Katsidis'.

That is my favourite line of the article, nice of you to notice :smooch

[buster007]

but it was ok for hatton to get away with murder from the ref the entire fight. why don't u whinge about that huh.

[Sydney Smutt]

lol

seemed to me a rapid triple post of crying,whingeing and complaining....

Then you are a dim cunt aren't you? It's simple fact of the fight with the way it unfolded. both of them fouled their way through the fight but you fucking one-eyed whingers seem to want to make out like it was one-way traffic. Kostya lived by the sword and died by it, deal with it :|

[Sydney Smutt]

[quote=Sydney Smutt;6817848]Katsidis is a credit to his opponent and an asset to the world of boxing, 'If boxing is a business then there is no greater asset than Katsidis'.

That is my favourite line of the article, nice of you to notice :smooch

Fine, you must write in a version of English no other person on this planet no-one else follows :think Anyway, answer my question about the Diaz fight: What in your esteemed opinion was controversial about that fight and how could have the decision have gone either way?

[goodnight]

Then you are a dim cunt aren't you? It's simple fact of the fight with the way it unfolded. both of them fouled their way through the fight but you fucking one-eyed whingers seem to want to make out like it was one-way traffic. Kostya lived by the sword and died by it, deal with it :|

fucking whinger. You must a stupid cunt if you truly believe KT was the dirtier of the two in that fight.
A couple of Kostyas were borderline BUT hitting on the lettering of Hattons belt so were fine - a tad lazy maybe. But hattons was a disgrace.

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Now go have a bath and wash the soap scum old beer and pastries out of your one eye you fucking pasty soapdodging cunt :hi:

[Sydney Smutt]

I'm a fucking whinger? What a pathetically stupid and incredibly hypocritical thing to say. Understand this - I don't give a fuck about what they both did, or who you percieve to be the bad guy; they were both willing participants in the dirty shit and I ain't crying about either of them. They wanted a back yard brawl and they got it and only one walked away from it - and personally I enjoyed it so get fucked moron.
You have posted a youtube clip that goes for what? a minute 45? hardly conclusive evidence fucktard

[goodnight]

I'm a fucking whinger? What a pathetically stupid and incredibly hypocritical thing to say. Understand this - I don't give a fuck about what they both did, or who you percieve to be the bad guy; they were both willing participants in the dirty shit and I ain't crying about either of them. They wanted a back yard brawl and they got it and only one walked away from it - and personally I enjoyed it so get fucked moron.
You have posted a youtube clip that goes for what? a minute 45? hardly conclusive evidence fucktard

have a fucken cry.

[ipswich express]

Kostya recieved an arse kicking that night. It was Hatton from go to whoa.

[JOSEY WALES]

Hatton looked like he wanted it more to me , If Kostya had any complaints why didn't he air them on the mic whilst still in the ring ? I think Mr Lewis made the correct decision ( Did Kostya ever fight again ) ? Kostya was a great fighter imo but that's not to say EVERY fighter that unifies is, some argue Calzaghe & Haye ain't great fighters but Darchinyan is ? it's all a matter of opinion . :good

[goodnight]

Kostya recieved an arse kicking that night. It was Hatton from go to whoa.

He certainly had the momentum and KT got a good payday from it to fight in hattons backyard. I had it fairly even up until about rd six where kostya started to tire and ricky picked it up.

From memory his training approach to the fight was rather abstract as well. I think he was trying to train his body clock to be in tune with UK time so was training sleeping weird hours in oz for the leadup and then flew straight to uk with little settling in time which didn't work.

Kats seems to be relishing in taking his time to adjust whilst over there.

[perfect jet]

KT also had problems making the weight. Everything was on track until the time spent in the UK.

Emanuel Augustus was a sparring partner for that fight and he travelled to the UK with the team to continue the sparring. He told me that Kostya's power was definetely down when they sparred in the UK compared to how it was in Sydney before leaving.

In the final wash up....the best guy on the night won.

[Sydney Smutt]

have a fucken cry.
What a fucking dickhead.

At the end of the day Josey is right, Kostya lost with grace as he always did that night and never made any excuses. Part of the man's appeal if you ask me

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What a fucking dickhead.

At the end of the day Josey is right, Kostya lost with grace as he always did that night and never made any excuses. Part of the man's appeal if you ask me

all i said it was one of the worst blatant low blows I've seen if you can argue it wasn't then get another eye - you turned it into something else, now fuck off :good.

[sparta]

all i said it was one of the worst blatant low blows I've seen if you can argue it wasn't then get another eye - you turned it into something else, now fuck off :good.

I agree that was no ordinary retaliation low blow, that was a superman effort that deserved points taken off or even worse.

This is what i will never understand, a man of kostyas intelligence takes advice from the ais in regards to how he will regulate his body clock for the fight. The advice was obviously VERY FLAWED, to sleep at the time of the fight for almost two weeks prior and then stay awake til 4am on the morning of the fight, and expect to push a 37 yo body to its limits is sheer insanity.

When i heard this i thought your kidding right, when i seen him come out of the dressing rooms i though fuck he looks dead tired, bloodshot eyes and half asleep, he was rubbing the shit out of his eyes trying to snap out off it, thats when i told the boys its over.

Cant believe kostya didnt question the advice.
this isnt sour grapes either, just my opinion.

[Contendo]

Kostya recieved an arse kicking that night. It was Hatton from go to whoa.

Pretty fair statement this... :deal

[buster007]

fair statement?

bullshit!!

and u know it.

[Contendo]

fair statement?

bullshit!!

and u know it.


No it ain't bullshit, it's my opinion, as well as other's quite clearly so no, I don't know it!

If you think Kostya had the better momentum of that fight, you are seriously kidding.

If Kostya didn't quit, let me say that again, quit, he wasn't going to win it on the scorecards either at the end of that round.

And by the way, if you think that's a 'bullshit' statement, check the scorecards on BoxRec which show all three having it to Hatton.

So, I'll stand by the original opinion of Ippy which I agreed with and said was a pretty fair statement!

[buster007]

u r making it sound like hatton dominated, beat the shit out of him every round. i think the scorecards show that it was closer then what u r making it sound.

[Contendo]

u r making it sound like hatton dominated, beat the shit out of him every round. i think the scorecards show that it was closer then what u r making it sound.


For Kostya to quit, what, he wasn't being dominated? Why else would someone quit?

And if all three judges had Hatton winning, two by very clear margins, what else do you class it?

Hatton had the clear momentum of the fight and in my opinion, at no stage did he never look the winner.

Buster, I'm a KT fan, but I also view things for what they were and call it as I see it. It appears though by the balance of opinion on here that I wasn't the only one sharing that view.

[stiflers mum]

What a fucking dickhead.

At the end of the day Josey is right, Kostya lost with grace as he always did that night and never made any excuses. Part of the man's appeal if you ask me
agreed he wasnt one to make excuses KT.Hatton was the better,hungrier man that night.he was like the energiser bunny constantly in KT's face throwing leather not giving him any respite or room to get his punches off.

[one in a million]

[quote=Sydney Smutt;6817848]Katsidis is a credit to his opponent and an asset to the world of boxing, 'If boxing is a business then there is no greater asset than Katsidis'.
HUH??

This is my second favourite... 'Mitchell has good boxing sense, skill and is a tough competitor but hasn't been in the ring with a boxer of Katsidis stature and power :hey

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

Brothers make their father proud

The Daily Advertiser
20 May, 2010

by Les Muir

WAGGA tradesman Harry Katsidis almost bursts with pride when talking about his two sons.

Little wonder too as Harry's boys, Michael and Stathi, are something special on the Australian sporting landscape.

Michael Katsidis is a boxing phenomenon who smashed previously-unbeaten English fighter Kevin Mitchell in a WBO lightweight title bout in London on Saturday.

Half a world away, Stathi Katsidis was also putting his great sporting talent on show at Doomben races in Brisbane.

Stathi is one of Australia's top jockeys and has ridden 132? winners from 788 mounts in the current racing season.

With two diverse sporting champions in his corner, Harry Katsidis knows he is definitely in a unique position.

"Bloody oath," Harry said yesterday.

"It's amazing.

"They're both so really good at what they do."

Currently working on the $100 million project at Kapooka military precinct, Harry Katsidis is living in Wagga after four years in Tumut.

Still bubbling after Michael's stunning TKO success in England, Harry yesterday revealed he had every intention to be ringside for his son's next bout.

"Michael rang me last night (Tuesday) and said he was sort of planning to fight again in nine weeks' time," Harry said.

"He's not sure where. It could be England or it could be in Australia.

"I've missed his last two fights, but I want to be at the next one."

Michael Katsidis, 29, has won 27 of his 29 fights and is a big-money earner overseas, according to his father.

"He's (Michael) over there for money," Harry said yesterday.

"He wasn't getting the recognition here (in Australia), but he's starting to get it now."

As excited as he is about Michael's world dominance, Harry is equally thrilled and proud of Stathi's accomplishments on Australia's top racetracks.

"Stathi's made an unbelievable comeback," he father said yesterday.

"He hadn't ridden for sometime, but he's made up for it in the last 12 months.

"I always try to have a bet on his rides."

Recalling their childhood growing up in Toowoomba and Moree, Harry said his sons had always been keen to have a go at all manner of sports.

"When they were young they tried everything," Harry said.

"My wife Robyn (since separated) used to spend a lot of time running around to all the sports.

"I think they'd both made up their minds what they liked the best by the time they were about 14."

Harry said Michael took up boxing because he had so "much energy".

"He couldn't get to sleep at night," Harry said.

"So he went down to the police youth club (to do boxing)."

Harry says Stathi tried athletics and other sports, but riding horses was his passion.

"When he was 14 he said to me he wanted to leave school and become a jockey," Harry recalled.

"I told him to stay at school but he ultimately left school when he turned 15.

"He was that determined to be a jockey."

Now living well apart from his sons, Harry stays in touch with members of his famous family.

"I see Stathi a fair bit," he said.

"I haven't seen Michael for 15 months and I'm missing him.

"I'd love to have a family reunion at his next fight."

[04eta]

"Michael rang me last night (Tuesday) and said he was sort of planning to fight again in nine weeks' time," Harry said.

"He's not sure where. It could be England or it could be in Australia.

"
Amir Kahn looking more likely?

[ashley]

Just renaming this thread......world title train here we come :good

[stiflers mum]

Just renaming this thread......world title train here we come :good
im on board.:bbb:thumbsup

[one in a million]

Very happy to be at the top for now....Katsidis will close the deal on Marquez :deal

[ashley]

im on board.:bbb:thumbsup

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All aboard the Katsidis World Title Express!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[stuistylee]

Ok guys lets get behind Mick in his quest to fight the best....the trash talking has already started...this fight will be huge....they are talking 35,000 seats :good

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when u know a fighter goes in 2 peoples backyards all the time u know his intentions r true(not like a couple i could name !!!!!!) lol...:D:bbb...

[ashley]

when u know a fighter goes in 2 peoples backyards all the time u know his intentions r true(not like a couple i could name !!!!!!) lol...:D:bbb...

This wouldnt be ESB if you couldnt name a few names :lol:

[Rise Above]

Bought myself a Katsidis shirt and wore it to the pub last night only for one of my mates to ask why I had a Stathi Katsidis shirt. :lol:

Real shame that he isnt well known.

[stiflers mum]

Looks like Katsidis-JMM is on.GO KATS:happy
ALL ABOARD.

[Sai]

Choo Choo. Kats v JMM has FOTY written all over it.

[COULDHAVEBEEN]

Juan Manuel Marquez Wants Katsidis Next - November 27th The Planned Date

By James Slater - ESB - 26th Aug 2010

Lightweight king Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico had two options for his next fight: either go up to 140-pounds and challenge WBA light-welterweight ruler Amir Khan, or stay at 135 and defend against mandatory challenger and interim WBO champ Michael Katsidis. Well, according to ESPN.com, the 37-year-old has chosen to get it on with the tough and exciting warrior from Australia.

According to Richard Schaefer of Golden Boy, the fight is set to go ahead on November 27th - Thanksgiving weekend in the States - and that the fight will likely take place in Las Vegas, at either The MGM or at The Mandalay Bay.


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[The Kirwan Kid]

Juan Manuel Marquez Wants Katsidis Next - November 27th The Planned Date

By James Slater - ESB - 26th Aug 2010

Lightweight king Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico had two options for his next fight: either go up to 140-pounds and challenge WBA light-welterweight ruler Amir Khan, or stay at 135 and defend against mandatory challenger and interim WBO champ Michael Katsidis. Well, according to ESPN.com, the 37-year-old has chosen to get it on with the tough and exciting warrior from Australia.

According to Richard Schaefer of Golden Boy, the fight is set to go ahead on November 27th - Thanksgiving weekend in the States - and that the fight will likely take place in Las Vegas, at either The MGM or at The Mandalay Bay.


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I really hope this fight happens. Katisidis is a real goer and may just spring an upset (fingers crossed at least). I really wish this guy would get some sort of coverage here at home!!

[IntentionalButt]

Even if it means seeing my boy JMM lose, it would be awesome to see Katsidis make it big.

Pass the torch! :happy

[ashley]

Dont be late for the Katsidis world title express....


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[Hmmm]

Choo Choo. Kats v JMM has FOTY written all over it.
this

[stiflers mum]

Oscar getting caught up in the excitement.
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its getting closer boys.:bbb

[04eta]

Didn't realise it was for the wba belt as well. This is a massive fight for aussie boxing. What was the last fight as big as this on the international scene involving an aussie?

[left jab danny]

Head 2 head odds

Kat $3
Marquez $1.33

[ashley]

Come on Mick.....smash Guerrero....I'm sure all Aussie boxing fans are with you :good