Odds: Stevenson -600 Valdez +450
It’s interesting seeing how these two approach the fight.
After calling out Valdez for some time, Stevenson has exhibited a very “this is part of the business” type attitude. The Valdez fight means a lot to him because it was the next logical step to being a bonified superstar.
Valdez has personalized this fight playing the “he’s a spoiled American” card.
Stevenson spoke about watching Whitaker-Chavez
That is a great fight to watch because Stevenson cannot afford to stand in front of Valdez the same way he stood in front of Jamel Herring.
For Valdez, he’s still trying to repair his reputation after testing positive for a banned substance. As much as Valdez claims he’s not a cheater, positive tests in combat sports carry a different weight than say… baseball.
Key Tonight:
Stevenson talked about Whitaker-Chavez. That means Stevenson will stay on the outside and use his speed to defeat Valdez.
For Valdez, he needs Stevenson to help him. Just like when Sugar Ray Leonard lost to Roberto Duran, Lopez needs Stevenson’s ego to get in the way
My prediction: Stevenson on points
My Bets: Stevenson on Points -160
