Povetkin vs Estrada Video

This is the full 10 round fight video between the #1 IBF heavyweight contender Alexander Povetkin(17-0, 12 KOs) and the US Olympian Jason Estrada(15-2, 3 KOs) from April 4th, 2009 in Dusseldorf, Germany. Coming into this fight Povetkin already had his #1 mandatory position to face the current IBF/WBO/IBO heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko but he wanted an extra fight before potentially facing Wladimir this fall. Povetkin won a hard fought 10 round decision with the judges scores reading 99-94, 98-92 and 97-93. Here's the highlights:

Povetkin vs Estrada Highlights

..and here's the full fight:

Povetkin vs Estrada Rounds 1-3

Povetkin vs Estrada Rounds 4-6

Povetkin vs Estrada Rounds 7-9

Povetkin vs Estrada Rounds Final Round

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Haye Confirms Klitschko Fight

This is a live video interview with David Haye where he confirms his heavyweight championship fight with Wladimir Klitschko.

Alot, of what Haye says is just total fluff. It should be noted that Wladimir fought a prime Barrett and Haye fought a over-the-hill version. Chris Byrd came to fight twice. So did McCline, Brock, Thompson, etc. Haye has only 2 fights in heavyweight against nobody the size, power, experience, or level of Wladimir. Haye will be shocked when his tactics fail him when he actually sees this man in front of him.

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Haye Talks About Upcoming Klitschko Fight

This is a new video showing David Haye talking about his upcoming fight with Wladimir Klitschko and how he feels he will be too much for Wladimir because he has spent his whole life training for this fight and will take advantage speed and timing. He says he has never lost to a eastern European fighter.

I do think a fighter with good angles and speed can give Wladimir problems, but there's a big difference between the Wladimir that fought Sanders and the present day one. I think the size difference by itself will make a huge difference and Haye has no idea what he's getting himself into!

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Klitschko Haye Is Official!

Negotiations are finally over and its official that the current IBF/WBO/IBF heavyweight champion Wladimir "Steelhammer" Klitschko will defend his titles in Germany on June 20th, 2009 against former cruiserweight champion turned heavyweight contender David "Hayemaker" Haye. The venue will be at the Veltins Arena in the German city of Gelsenkirchen. Looking For Tickets? Go here.

Bernd Bönte Quotes

*Managing Director of Klitschko Management Group

"I am glad that these extremely difficult and long negotiations are over and we are able to present the fight that boxing fans all over the world want to see. Both Wladimir and David are known as superb punchers and a fight over 12 rounds will be very unlikely to happen. It is going to be an unforgettable spectacle. The venue of the fight will be announced soon.“

Wladimir Klitschko Quotes

"I am used to being attacked by my opponents before a fight. But David is top of the list of crudity. He has to pay the bill for it and I promise it will be painful."

David Haye Quotes

"Klitschko’s last opponents were cowards. I will knock him out and take his belts to my hometown London. And that is not all: I will also go and get Vitali’s belt! None of them can stop me. The new World Heavyweight Champion will soon be David Haye!."

The fight will be shown by RTL in Germany, Setanta in England, and HBO in the U.S. Stay tuned for more information. If your looking for tickets, you can get your tickets here.


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Povetkin Beats Estrada

In a hard fought 10 round bout Alexander Povetkin (17-0, 12 KOs) defeated Jason Estrada(15-2, 3 KOs) by a 10th round decision tonight at the Burg-Wächter Castello in Düsseldorf, Germany. The fight was competitive for the 1st 6 rounds, but Povetkin came on stronger in round 6 and dominated the rest of the fight almost knocking him down in the 10th round. Scores were 99-94, 98-92, 97-93.

Povetkin's next fight should be with the current WBO/IBF/IBO heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitshcko most likely sometime this fall.

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Povetkin Estrada Weigh-In

Ahead of tonight's(Saturday, April 4th 2009) fight between #1 IBF heavyweight contender Alexander Povektin and Jason Estrada, Povetkin weighed-in at 104.2 kg or 229.7 lbs and Estrada weighed in at 109.3 kg or 241 lbs.

Both fighters are confident in victory.

Jimmy Burchfield Quotes

*Estrada's promoter

“We have come to Germany to take home the Olympic gold medal Povetkin won in 2004. Jason was one of the best amateur fighters in the country and he was one of the favourites to win Olympic gold at Athens.”

Estrada Quotes

*In reference to the Olympics

“It just was not my day. I did not perform well. But I feel much more comfortable as a pro. I never really liked the way of fighting and scoring in the amateur system.”

Valeri Belov Quotes

*Povetkin's coach on Estrada

“I saw one of his fights in Athens and he certainly has a lot of talent. He is a tough guy. We have also analysed his pro bouts. We are taking him very seriously and I have no doubts that Alexander will take care of business and beat him.”

Povetkin Quotes

*On his upcoming fight and Klitschko

“It only have Estrada on my mind. I have a lot of respect for him and it will be a tough fight. We will see what happens after I have defeated him.”

Povetkin vs. Estrada Weigh In Video

Povetkin Estrada Weigh-In Alternate Video

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Chambers Wants Title Shot After Peter Win

After defeating former WBC heavyweight champion Samuel Peter, "Fast" Eddie Chambers(34-1, 18 KOs)feels confident that he's ready to take on all champions at heavyweight.

“When you defeat a big heavyweight and one who recently held a world title, it feels good to have earned my opportunity to go for one of the world titles.”

“I have worked long and hard to get there and I’m determined to be better next time out and win the heavyweight championship when I get my title shot. I am ready to take on any of the champions.”

Manager and new trainer since Chamber's loss to Povetkin Rob Murray, Sr., had this to say about what he thought of Chambers performance and his chances against other title holders..

“I was pleased with Eddie’s performance especially given that it was against a guy who was one fight removed from being champion of the world. And more importantly, against a guy whose only two losses were to current champions of the world, the Klitschkos, Wladimir and Vitali. Of course I would have loved to see Eddie KO Peter, but only Vitali holds that distinction. So yes, I am pleased with the decision victory. Now we’ll go back and work on the combinations using the right hand, which he hurt during the fight.”

“We now want to fight anybody, whether they are a Ukrainian, a Russian, a German; anyone who has one of the four belts. We’ve beaten Calvin Brock, Dominick Guinn, Raphael Butler, Derric Rossy, and now Samuel Peter. These guys aren’t chopped liver! Eddie’s taken on every challenge with guys that can fight. We have gotten him into contention to fight for the heavyweight championship of the world, the Holy Grail for us, and ‘Have Fight Will Travel.’”

“Get ready for Eddie to show the World the modern day David against Goliath battle.”

Sorry, but Chambers would have no chance against the Klitschko's except the chance of the best payday of his life.

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Povetkin Wants Klitschko After Estrada Win

#1 ranked IBF contender Alexander Povetkin(16-0, 12 KOs), who is confident of a win over Jason Estrada this coming Saturday April the 4th, says he most definitely wants current WBO/IBF/IBO heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko after he defeats Estrada. This is what he had to say:

“When I twisted my ankle back in October, I didn´t think it was a big issue at first. But the doctor´s diagnosis then was a huge blow for me. However, I have put the injury past me. I am back at 100 percent and don’t have any problems with my left foot any more..”

“I am only thinking about Saturday. Estrada is on my mind. Once I have beaten him, I want to fight Wladimir Klitschko.”

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