How would this matchup go with Dirrell never fighting at 175 before? Both men seem to fade towards the end of the fight. Dawson's last few bouts were against much older opposition, so how would he do against a younger and more energetic opponent, who looked impressive against Abraham despite the outcome?
Kool K.
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Actually i dont think Dirrell fades at the end of fights like Chad Dawson, they are both fast, but i think Dirrell has the edge in power because Dawson has not had a KO since he fought Mendoza about 3 years ago, and the move up in weight would not effect Dirrell because he is really the same size as Dawson who also came from super middleweight his self.
I like Dirrell by UD as he out points and discourages Dawson from throwing combos due to Dirrell's better footwork, head movement, and effective counter punching.
Anonymous
Dirrell would beat Dawson, the Direll saw school Abraham was world class, Dawson would lose a decision against that fighter provided Dawson lasted the distance.
Seabiscuit
I have trouble thinking Dirrell has what it takes to go and take the belt from Dawson with a convincing victory. Not to say he is not an outstanding fighter, but from what I have seen in his chances against Abraham and Froch, he was beating those guys quite easily but I'm not sure if he understands what it takes in the ring to be a legend. Eventually he's going to have to put himself on the line and test himself.
Macehualli Moquexquitzahuiani
Andre Dirrell would be out boxed.
Dawson is more of a natural at 175, he would be stronger and while he may at first have trouble with Dirrell's speed, he would adjust and knock out Dirrell in the late rounds.
VEDDER
Chad Dawson knocks Dirrell out in eight.Dawsone matches him in speed and boxing abilities but would be much stronger and more powerful.