~ Amir KHAN v. Graham EARL ~ Analysis and Prediction Thread ~ [Archive]

Decebal

11-22-2007, 01:43 PM

What do you think each will bring to the table?

What do you expect their strategy to be?

How could each win?

How do you think this fight will play out?

Will Khan's chin hold out? Does Earl have enough in the tank to cause an upset? Or won't it matter anyway because Khan is too good?

:good

Apologies to those who have already contributed to the previous thread. :)

Bodysnatcher

11-22-2007, 02:59 PM

I'm going with Earl, although it's a hunch more than a conviction.

If Earl can catch Khan with some of the counters he threw at Katsidis, it'll be VERY interesting to see how Khan can take it.

stuey

11-22-2007, 03:00 PM

khan by systematical beat down. too young, too fresh, too big, way too fast...

earl gets fucked up

rooq

11-22-2007, 03:05 PM

I'm going with Earl, although it's a hunch more than a conviction.

If Earl can catch Khan with some of the counters he threw at Katsidis, it'll be VERY interesting to see how Khan can take it.

katsidis and earl were toe-to-toe all the way through. i very much doubt earl-khan will be the same kind of fight. earl will be the one getting countered all night and i can see the fight getting stopped by the ref.

it'll be an interesting one though just to see if khan has made any progress since limond.

stegsie

11-22-2007, 03:53 PM

I was once very impressed with Earl - thought he had real potential; but hasn't really set the world on fire.

Think that Khan will take him to pieces inside 6 rounds.

As Stuey puts it; khan is too young, too fresh, too big, & way too fast.

mike464

11-22-2007, 04:55 PM

khan by systematical beat down. too young, too fresh, too big, way too fast...

earl gets fucked upThat's the way I see it too. I'd love it if Earl won though.

Johnboy2007

11-22-2007, 05:57 PM

I see it going a similar way as katsidis not actual fight styles as khan deffo wont go toe to toe or he shouldnt anyway with his speed but we have seen him get too aggressive and lose focus and get caught. But i reckon hell dominate mostly but earl wont go quietly as he showed in the katsidis fight which was one of the best fights id seen in a while.:thumbsup

SevenSamurai

11-23-2007, 01:30 PM

Graham Earl is a shot fighter, who has been passed his best now for over a year.

If Khan performs to the level of his last fight, with the improvements which he implemented then this should be an easy fight for him. He needs to use his mobilty and speed to confuse Earl.

I think Earl will never get into the fight and never even trouble Khan.

I think Khan will deliver a one side beat down, stopping Earl on his stool at the beginning of the 9th round.

stake501

11-23-2007, 04:47 PM

Earls corner may throw the towel in also. No way a ref throws it out a la Katsidis fight against Khan.

dwilson

11-25-2007, 03:57 PM

My head says Khan clear winner and maybe even stoppage depending on ref but I will be hoping on a Earl win.

I think I have it closer than most people but for different reasons such as I rate Earl and think he will have alot left.

unitas

11-25-2007, 04:02 PM

earl cant punch.....so he should be able to handle him.

but what is the point?? if khan wants to prove something he has to step up and meet someone with a little steam behind his gloves.

IronBull

11-25-2007, 09:09 PM

earl cant punch.....so he should be able to handle him.

but what is the point?? if khan wants to prove something he has to step up and meet someone with a little steam behind his gloves.

You joking right..

earl can punch.

BoppaZoo

11-25-2007, 10:28 PM

Earl by TKO maybe in the 6th.

robpalmer135

11-26-2007, 06:03 AM

Khan is to fast, to accuarate, more powerful, to skillful. Impressive first 8 rounds stoppage for Khan

Decebal

11-30-2007, 05:37 AM

Anyone have a good analysis to add? :think

LiamE

11-30-2007, 10:31 AM

Just another can for the record isn't it really?

Longer term I do have major doubts over Khan's chin though, hopefully that is just a weight issue.

doggyland

11-30-2007, 11:50 AM

I think it's a good fight for Amir. Earl will look like the poor relation in styles as per the Romanov fight - but has the necessaries to get through and test Amir.

I see Khan winning a UD.

rooq

11-30-2007, 01:24 PM

Just another can for the record isn't it really?

Longer term I do have major doubts over Khan's chin though, hopefully that is just a weight issue.
earl is an established british top 2 lightweight. wouldn't really call him just another can. if he you really think he should be skipping this level of competition and going straight for world class opp you must be a :nut

SevenSamurai

11-30-2007, 02:57 PM

earl is an established british top 2 lightweight. wouldn't really call him just another can. if he you really think he should be skipping this level of competition and going straight for world class opp you must be a :nut

Earl is no can, which makes this fight a very good choice and a good test for Khan. It is still very early days in his career, and I think he was absolutely excellent in his last win. Lets watch this space.

LiamE

11-30-2007, 05:34 PM

earl is an established british top 2 lightweight. wouldn't really call him just another can. if he you really think he should be skipping this level of competition and going straight for world class opp you must be a :nut

Perhaps I am being a bit harsh on Earl, and no I don't think Amir should be skipping these fights. On the other hand Amir is a bit special and should win this easily, which will make Earl look like a can whether he is or not. Earl is a solid fighter but coming off a loss its going to be a tough night for him.

Its rare to watch the early fights and developement of a fighter like Amir on TV these days and a lot of people are a bit impatient. I'm not. He should work up to world level in the time that is right for his body and skill not the TV schedulers.

I don't really expect Amir to be seriously tested till he's fighting someone like a European champion or genuine world top 20 level fighter. At that point we'll begin to see if he is the real deal or just another nearly man. Till then I expect his opponents to get the can treatment. At world level though I've seen enough to be a bit concerned about Amir's chin, but I'm quite sure his defense will improve with every fight.

Johnboy2007

11-30-2007, 06:30 PM

Perhaps I am being a bit harsh on Earl, and no I don't think Amir should be skipping these fights. On the other hand Amir is a bit special and should win this easily, which will make Earl look like a can whether he is or not. Earl is a solid fighter but coming off a loss its going to be a tough night for him.

Its rare to watch the early fights and developement of a fighter like Amir on TV these days and a lot of people are a bit impatient. I'm not. He should work up to world level in the time that is right for his body and skill not the TV schedulers.

I don't really expect Amir to be seriously tested till he's fighting someone like a European champion or genuine world top 20 level fighter. At that point we'll begin to see if he is the real deal or just another nearly man. Till then I expect his opponents to get the can treatment. At world level though I've seen enough to be a bit concerned about Amir's chin, but I'm quite sure his defense will improve with every fight.

I agree i dont know why people are rushing him or why hes rushing himself, i like him but i wish hed stop with i wanna be the youngest this and the youngest at that, and just concentrate on being the best. I wanna see him work his way up and stay there not be catapulted and then come crashing down to earth again

BaronBrad

11-30-2007, 08:58 PM

Looks like I agree with 2/3 of the people polled.

Shame I will be in America and miss it. I will have to try and remember to record it before leaving.

stuey

12-01-2007, 06:21 AM

we will be able to watch this in vegas, the sorts bars have live sport from the world over...this will be on somewhere.

elle

12-03-2007, 05:57 AM

According to FWTV Graham Earl has been training in the States for a month in preparation for this fight. He seems to be very focussed for this.

Decebal

12-06-2007, 07:06 AM

Personally, I will give Khan a lot of credit if he doesn't get KD'ed and if he wins this one...if he stops Earl, all the more so. We know Khan has heart but if Earl puts him down, I don't think he will let him slip as eaily as Willie did...I am very much looking forward to this fight, banking on my hope that Earl is true to hi word, that he IS hungry for this and has trained hard...

brown bomber

12-06-2007, 07:42 AM

I fancy Earl in this one... i'm a big Khan fan but Earl just is such a solid operator when motivated. Khan can't stand and trade with him because Earl hits hard enough to put Khan out of their IMO.... So Khan has to box and move and go back to his amateur roots.... Now when you train in the same gym as Jamie Moore and Oliver Harrisons main training ethic is concentraining on keeping those hands high and intelligent infighting you have to wonder what Khans game plan is going to be?

I think Earl is too experienced and not quite as shot as people think. If Khan wins i'm a believer again.

Decebal

12-06-2007, 07:45 AM

brown bomber

12-06-2007, 07:51 AM

Well, all the more credit to Khan for stepping it up, if Earl is indeed close to his best...if he isn't, "****** is the best in the business!":lol:Definately

robpalmer135

12-06-2007, 08:09 AM

Khan to absolutley dominate this one from start to a crushing stopage finish within 6 rounds. Khan is going to out fight, out box, out hustle and out smart Earl all night, going to totally school him!

The taff

12-06-2007, 08:39 AM

If Earl gets a crack on Khan's chin then who knows what may happen. But if Ricky Burns can beat Earl then so can Khan. Speed will be the factor thats why i think Khan will win. The only way Earl can beat Khan is if they brawl, but i can't see that happening.

Decebal

12-06-2007, 08:40 AM

robpalmer135

12-06-2007, 08:46 AM

I hope Earl cracks Khan square on the chin and nothing happens to shut alot of people up! He didnt even get hit on the chin agaisnt limmond it was the temple!!!!!

The taff

12-06-2007, 02:11 PM

I hope Earl cracks Khan square on the chin and nothing happens to shut alot of people up! He didnt even get hit on the chin agaisnt limmond it was the temple!!!!!

:rofl

Well wherever he gets cracked we'll see oif he can take a punch as Earl hits quite hard. Then we can end the chinny thing once and for all.

Smith

12-06-2007, 08:49 PM

Put £50 on this fight today.

£10 Khan KO Earl Round 6
£20 Khan KO Earl Round 7
£10 Khan KO Earl Round 8
£10 Khan KO Earl Round 9

Decebal

12-07-2007, 03:16 AM

The way people have written off Khan is ridiculous,

Well, not if he is written off as the saviour of British boxing and future p4p great, as the hype would have us see him...;)

Decebal

12-07-2007, 03:20 AM

Put £50 on this fight today.

£10 Khan KO Earl Round 6
£20 Khan KO Earl Round 7
£10 Khan KO Earl Round 8
£10 Khan KO Earl Round 9

...the odds are around 13-15...so you will make some money if Khan doesn't stop him before the 6th or after the 9th or if it goes to the scorecards...I am not sure it's such a great bet, but I hope it hits R 7!:good

12-07-2007, 12:00 PM

i see a late khan TKO. earl willbe passed his prime and his a bit battle worn. he has anough fire power to hurt khan, but youth prevails in this one.

khan TKO in 9

David UK

12-07-2007, 01:55 PM

Earl lost to Ricky Burns. He ain't gonna beat Khan!!

Brickhaus

12-07-2007, 01:56 PM

we will be able to watch this in vegas, the sorts bars have live sport from the world over...this will be on somewhere.

Just head to the sports book in any of the major casinos, and they'll put on pretty much any game, as long as it's televised somewhere in Europe, Japan or the US.

SevenSamurai

12-07-2007, 02:37 PM

This is maybe Earl's favour to Frank ******. I would not bet on this fight. I fear a repeat performance of an premature stoppage, or a suspicious knock out much like the one that we saw in one of Khan's previous fights.:huh

Decebal

12-07-2007, 02:39 PM

This is maybe Earl's favour to Frank ******.

Does Earl owe Frank a favour?:think

tedekm

12-07-2007, 05:45 PM

EArl has no chance but that does not mean Khan is a class fighter he should stop talking about the title at 21

Maza1987

12-08-2007, 12:38 PM

amir got this

Cuts man

12-08-2007, 03:28 PM

Earl put up a great performance against kastridis the guy took some punishment and gave it back.Khan is in for a hard night's work

Decebal

12-08-2007, 03:47 PM

Earl put up a great performance against kastridis the guy took some punishment and gave it back.Khan is in for a hard night's work

Yeah, let's hope Earl still has fire in his belly and is not faded.

SevenSamurai

12-08-2007, 03:57 PM

My official prediction is a Khan stoppage victory.

The stoppage victory will occur between the 5th and the 8th rounds.

The nature of the stoppage will be the referee will wave the fight off, after a series of unanswered punches while Earl is laying on the ropes. Earl does not look hurt though when it is stopped.

Lets see if I get this one bang on.

:deal

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:02 PM

I don't want Amir Khan to lose especially, but I would very much like Earl to win and if anyone is to beat Khan, it should be Earl...

Come on, Graham!:happy

SevenSamurai

12-08-2007, 06:10 PM

I really want the Khan hype train to end aswell decebel. The guy has done nothing to deserve all of this hype. I just dont think ****** would risk his golden goose, unless he knew the opponents level would be controlled.:D I am sure he has the referees well paid, so Earl would need to catch him and knock him the fuck out. Come on EARL!!!!!!Win this !!!!!!!

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:15 PM

Fuck!

Earl was very shot...

****** is the best in the business!

I am pissed off with Earl for having lied to us and decieved us!

saintsmike

12-08-2007, 06:16 PM

Earl starts way too slow and Khans power really was good & punished Earl, contreversial? I don't think so, Earl looked out of it.

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:17 PM

Earl better retire now...I have no respect for him. Might be harsh but he has let a lot of people down...hope that money sticks in his mouth!:twisted:

SevenSamurai

12-08-2007, 06:17 PM

Fuck!

Earl was very shot...

****** is the best in the business!

I am pissed off with Earl for having lied to us and decieved us!

I thought it would be stoppage, because I knew ****** would want to give Khan an easy birthday present.

Earl please retire now. You sounded as punch drunk as fuck, and you fought like a fucking punch bag.

SevenSamurai

12-08-2007, 06:19 PM

Earl better retire now...I have no respect for him. Might be harsh but he has let a lot of people down...hope that money sticks in his mouth!:twisted:

Earl is an insult to professional boxing. I hate this guy now.

That was fraud, the punch drunk punk.

GABBY

12-08-2007, 06:19 PM

missed it !!! i only went for a drink an it was over .

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:21 PM

Well done to Amir Khan for stopping him impressively...I don't think anyone could have stopped that fraud faster by boxing better...

Happy Birthday, Amir!:good

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:22 PM

I thought it would be stoppage, because I knew ****** would want to give Khan an easy birthday present.

Earl please retire now. You sounded as punch drunk as fuck, and you fought like a fucking punch bag.

:good

lozkin

12-08-2007, 06:22 PM

some people are just khan haters....the guy is progressing nicely

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:22 PM

Hang on... that's fucking uncalled for. He participated in a fight of the year and gets overwhelmed because he starts slow.

Give Khan some credit for putting up a damn good performance.

I just did!:good

But most credit goes to Frank ******, "the best in the business!"

:deal

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:29 PM

Right, Amir...Thaxton next!:D

ferd cloupes

12-08-2007, 06:47 PM

Hang on... that's fucking uncalled for. He participated in a fight of the year and gets overwhelmed because he starts slow.

Give Khan some credit for putting up a damn good performance.

your wasting your time. we hate khan and khan flattened earl so we hate earl

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:54 PM

I don't like khan, but you really can't fault Earl for being flattened by him.

Yes, you can fault Earl! He lied to us! We were all asking how faded Earl was...he said he wasn't at all faded! He said he was better than ever! HE LIED TO US FOR ******'S MONEY! Screw him!

Outboxer

12-08-2007, 06:56 PM

Earl is sadly deluded. Brave, gutsy guy, but deluded.

Khan was impressive. I was very surprised, I was expecting it to go to the judges or at least end in the middle rounds...

Decebal

12-08-2007, 06:57 PM

Earl is sadly deluded. Brave, gutsy guy, but deluded.

Khan was impressive.

:good

elle

12-08-2007, 06:59 PM

So an early night for Earl then.

Good performance by Khan.

Had high expectations for this fight - disappointed we didn't get to see the contest we had hoped for.

Maza1987

12-08-2007, 07:24 PM

khan shud jus forget abt thaxton.
we wanna see value for our money,

if he faces thax it will be more of the same.

all the haters are in hiding i see.
lol

ferd cloupes

12-08-2007, 07:27 PM

Yes, you can fault Earl! He lied to us! We were all asking how faded Earl was...he said he wasn't at all faded! He said he was better than ever! HE LIED TO US FOR ******'S MONEY! Screw him!

when he gets home maybe you could go to earl's house and chastise him

Alex_NA_Exile

12-08-2007, 07:34 PM

My mind knew it would be a disappointing fight entertainment-wise but I hoped for an exciting fight in my heart. :-(

Altho I was hoping for a Khan win i wanted to see him tested a little. I thought 'on paper', as they say, this would have been Khan's toughest fight domestically but I think Earl's current state meant that went out of the window. Hope the guy retires now.

I must admit I was one of those who thought Earl would be more of a test than Thaxton and I still maintain that Thaxton was behind Earl before tonight in terms of really testing Khan. But i guess he'd probly do better against Khan than Earl did tonight.

I hope Khan now goes over to the US to train and really build his skills with better training and sparring. I'm not suggesting he completely skips the UK fighters but I really don't see anyone really challenging him here.

Decebal

12-08-2007, 07:39 PM

when he gets home maybe you could go to earl's house and chastise him

:lol: :good

Primadonna Kool

12-08-2007, 07:41 PM

Amir Khan "Got Olympic on that ass" too much skill for Graham Earl.

There is my analysis, fuck everything else.

Max Molyneux

12-08-2007, 08:18 PM

They showed Murray afterwards too.

I can;t believe how hyped Murray Is, Khan would destroy him.

LiamE

12-09-2007, 02:49 AM

I think my can theory has been vindicated.

If Amir is going to be world class, and i think he will, decent but limited fighters like Earl are going to be dominated.

The one thing that struck me anout the fight was the fighter's aparent size. Khan looked to be a fighter from a couple of divisions above.

Claypole

12-09-2007, 10:33 AM

I hate to say it, bur Earl was about as shot as a fighter can be. He used to have a rock solid chin, and Khan is not a big puncher, yet he fell apart so dramatically it was a joke.
He barely threw a punch himself, and when he did it was in slow motion, no pop whatsoever. His didn't even make any attempt to defend himself properly.
Perhaps I would give Khan some credit if Earl at least looked a bit like the fighter he once was, but to be honest this was just a very shrewd business move on the part of Frank ******.
The biggest laugh of all though is the way ITV are harping on how fantastic this win was. The website even reports that Earl was No.1 in Britain, and how the fight was competitive up until the end.
Are we really to believe that Khan is improving at such a fast rate? I ain't buying it.