Gilberto Ramirez vs Joe Smith Jr
The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
08.10.2023, 06:00
Gilberto Ramirez and Joe Smith Jr. are set to face themselves in the boxing ring, marking a pivotal moment in their careers. Both fighters are coming off recent losses and are determined to return to winning ways. The outcome of this fight will significantly impact their paths in the boxing world. One will advance, while the other faces a more challenging road to the top. The bout is scheduled to take place at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Gilberto Ramirez's last match ended in a unanimous decision loss, occurring 10 months ago, while Joe Smith Jr.'s most recent fight was a year and 2 months ago, culminating in a TKO/KO loss from an uppercut. Both fighters enter this contest with unwavering confidence and a strong determination to assert their dominance in the ring.
Claim Your Registration Bonus!Gilberto Ramirez - hopes for a win
Ramirez boasts an impressive record of 44 wins and only 1 loss, with 30 of those victories achieved through knockouts. His lone defeat came in his last fight when he challenged Dmitry Bivol for the WBA World Light Heavyweight Title and lost via a unanimous decision. This loss stands as the sole blemish on his otherwise illustrious career. Throughout his journey in the ring, Ramirez has consistently faced formidable opponents and demonstrated his exceptional skills. One of his most significant victories was against Jesse Hart, which earned him the WBO World Super Middleweight Title twice in 2017 and 2018 when they squared off. Ramirez has found remarkable success in the WBO World Super Middleweight Title arena, winning it seven times from 2014 to 2018. He also challenged for the NABF Light Heavyweight Title against Alfonso Lopez and secured a tenth-round TKO/KO victory.
Joe Smith Jr - seeking redemption
Joe Smith Jr. had his quest for a unified title thwarted when he challenged Artur Beterbiev and suffered a surprising early uppercut knockout loss, relinquishing the WBC, IBF, and WBO World Light Heavyweight Titles. However, he did manage to win the WBO World Light Heavyweight Title against Steve Geffrard in the ninth round. In 2021, he secured the vacant WBO World Light Heavyweight Title with a majority decision victory over Maksim Vlasov. Smith boasts a respectable record of 28 wins and 4 losses, with 22 of those wins achieved by knockout. In 2017, he missed out on the WBC International Light Heavyweight Title after a unanimous decision loss to Sullivan Barrera. Before his pursuit of world titles, Smith showcased his boxing prowess with victories over notable opponents such as Bernard Hopkins, Andrzej Fonfara, and Jesse Hart. These wins were earned through a combination of knockouts and decisions, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled and formidable fighter.
| STATS | GILBERTO RAMIREZ | JOE SMITH JR |
|---|---|---|
| AGE | 32 | 34 |
| HEIGHT | 6.2’’ | 6.00" |
| REACH | 75.0’’ | 76.0" |
| PRO RECORD | 44-1-0 | 28-4-0 |
Expert Betting Tips
The difference in weight between these two fighters adds an intriguing aspect to this match, making it a fascinating showdown for boxing fans. It's worth noting that Zurdo Ramirez received a significant amount of hype leading up to this fight. In hindsight, it seems somewhat amusing to think that Zurdo and his team believed they could outskill Bivol. Oscar's statements may not align with reality. As for the prediction, I'm leaning towards Joe Smith Jr. It's a 50/50 fight, but I believe he will have a slight speed advantage over Zurdo Ramirez. Ramirez has a tendency to absorb punches, while Joe possesses solid punching power. The outcome could depend on Joe's confidence level after his previous loss to Beterbiev. I anticipate that this match could end in an early stoppage or potentially go the distance, with the decision determining the winner.
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