CRAWFORD: 134.8 LBS.
GAMBOA: 134.4 LBS
PREDICTION: I’m not usually one to change my pick at the last-minute, but here I am flip-flopping just a few hours after today’s weigh-in. In my interview yesterday with Crawford, the lightweight titlist was adamant in saying his body was telling him his lightweight days are numbered. That was evident at the weigh-in, as he appeared drawn at 134 pounds. Although shorter in stature, it was Gamboa who looked freakishly strong and filled out in only his second lightweight bout. According to his promoter 50 Cent, we could expect to see Gamboa close to 150 pounds in the ring on Saturday.
This past week, I predicted Crawford’s range and counter-punching ability we be enough to keep Gamboa tame. Now, I feel that Gamboa’s vast amateur experience, excellent shape, and the the sheer anger he’s bringing into the ring after years of inactivity/politics, will be what fuels his victory. From the weigh-in, Gamboa had an easier time making the weight, so I expect him to be stronger and too fast for Crawford to tag consistently. GAMBOA UD
Crawford vs. Gamboa airs on HBO June 28 at 10 p.m. ET.
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