Gamebred Boxing 4: Roy Jones Jr. vs Anthony Pettis will happen this weekend on Jorge Masvidal’s Gamebred Boxing 4. The two will compete in the main event of an exciting card. So ahead of the fight, here’s our preview and prediction for the unique main event. Follow Gamebred Boxing 4: Roy Jones Jr. vs Anthony Pettis LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
Gamebred Boxing 4 will feature some big names including Vitor Belfort, Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza, Jose Aldo, Jeremy Stephens, and others. However, The Jones Jr. vs Pettis fight will be the one to watch out for, for several reasons. So here’s what you need to know about the fight.
Gamebred Boxing 4: Roy Jones Jr. vs Anthony Pettis – Preview, Prediction, and Odds
Gamebred Boxing 4: Roy Jones Jr. vs Anthony Pettis Preview and Prediction
If we compare their physical attributes, there is not much to separate the two. Roy Jones Jr. stands at 5’11”, and has a punching reach of 74”. Pettis, on the other hand, stands at 5’10” and has a punching reach of 72.5”. However, Pettis is 36 and has activity on his side. Jones Jr. is 54 and has not fought since his somewhat lackluster exhibition vs Mike Tyson.
In terms of the numbers, Jones Jr. obviously has the upper hand. The legendary boxer has been boxing his entire life and has won world titles in many weight classes. He has a 66-9 record. Pettis, on the other hand, will make his boxing debut this weekend. In MMA, Pettis has a 24-10 record.
This fight is very difficult to predict. If we consider the numbers and the fact that Roy Jones Jr. has boxed for almost his entire life, it is easy to say that Pettis has no chance. However, Pettis is almost 20 years younger and has been fighting actively until last year. This aspect definitely puts things in his favor.
Our prediction: Anthony Pettis beats Roy Jones Jr. by TKO.
Gamebred Boxing 4: Jones Jr. vs Pettis latest betting odds
According to the bookmakers, Roy Jones Jr. is the favorite. The 54-year-old is a -330 favorite, compared to Pettis, who is a +245 underdog. Therefore, the bookmakers are clearly going with experience in this fight.
However, when you consider all the technicalities, you realize that this fight is not as straight-forward as the bookies make it seem. Therefore, we encourage you to bet responsibly on this fight.
What do you make of Gamebred Boxing 4: Roy Jones Jr. vs Anthony Pettis? Who do you think will win?
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