Development of the War Dogs:

I just found out he's fighting David Morrell.

Yikes.
 
I was wondering if the scheduling was due to the upcoming fight schedule mix up.

if possible we are all excited for sparring and insights
 
zapataxiv said:
I was wondering if the scheduling was due to the upcoming fight schedule mix up.

if possible we are all excited for sparring and insights
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Honestly last night Sena didnt look that good, but he was aware of it. He did 4 rounds with a guy who put massive pressure on him, then 6 with MarcAnthony, then stopped the last guy with a body shot.

But, as usual, my main concern isnt that he's not capable. He had some real tools that could trouble Morrell, but I'm not sure if those tools are being sharpened by his training staff.

But I'll give a Sherdog exclusive. I analyzed Morrell for him last night.

"I'm watching Morrell. A few notes:

- He is nowhere near as good going backward as he is going forward.

- He is not very good inside. Hes good outside, and a killer at middle-distance. But deep inside he is only so-so.

- He is very dependent on dipping to his right, and using his right hand to set up the left. Best bet is to use the inside angle and step to your right when he throws the big left or even the right uppercut.

- He counts on either you going away, or just worrying about surviving. It's more dangerous to punch with him, but when someone matches his volume he makes more mistakes.

- Dont rely on toughness. He carries power in both hands. Catch his punches and fire back. So he thinks he's landing but isnt landing clean.

- DO NOT lose track of him when he takes angles. He is the most dangerous if you lose sight of him."
 
Sinister said:
Honestly last night Sena didnt look that good, but he was aware of it. He did 4 rounds with a guy who put massive pressure on him, then 6 with MarcAnthony, then stopped the last guy with a body shot.

But, as usual, my main concern isnt that he's not capable. He had some real tools that could trouble Morrell, but I'm not sure if those tools are being sharpened by his training staff.

But I'll give a Sherdog exclusive. I analyzed Morrell for him last night.

"I'm watching Morrell. A few notes:

- He is nowhere near as good going backward as he is going forward.

- He is not very good inside. Hes good outside, and a killer at middle-distance. But deep inside he is only so-so.

- He is very dependent on dipping to his right, and using his right hand to set up the left. Best bet is to use the inside angle and step to your right when he throws the big left or even the right uppercut.

- He counts on either you going away, or just worrying about surviving. It's more dangerous to punch with him, but when someone matches his volume he makes more mistakes.

- Dont rely on toughness. He carries power in both hands. Catch his punches and fire back. So he thinks he's landing but isnt landing clean.

- DO NOT lose track of him when he takes angles. He is the most dangerous if you lose sight of him."
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Did you tell Sena he was gonna get dieded though? Sometimes honesty is the best policy.
 
StopDucking said:
Did you tell Sena he was gonna get dieded though? Sometimes honesty is the best policy.
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Of course. And I told him it might actually help his career. It's a forgivable loss and he'll get opportunities off it. Like Gabe Rosado after Golovkin.
 
Apparently there was an abnormality in his MRI, but the Doctor said it was likely erroneous and still cleared him to fight. The Commission recommended a 2nd opinion of their choosing and by the time that ALSO got cleared, Morrell's team had brought in a different opponent and made a deal.
 
So, how would you describe the style that eventually develops under you're tutelage Sinister?
 
The Don said:
So, how would you describe the style that eventually develops under you're tutelage Sinister?
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Good boxing.

Seriously, it's not a style. I give them a tool box and teach them how to use the tools. The manner in which they express their craft is free for them to decide.
 
I'm going to talk to Sena this week about running his next camp. I was NOT pleased with what I was seeing in the gym
 
All of it, the sparring, the mitt work, the demeanor of those around him. None of it said "we're preparing for Morrell."
 
My Son broke his wrist riding his bike. So his Amateur debut will be delayed, but I'm keeping him in shape:



 


what do you prefer to use when taking that angle after the cross when facing someone in a opposite stance: to step with the rear foot or the lead?
 
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