The Super Bowl is being played this Sunday. Maybe you've heard about it?
It is the single most hyped sporting event this side of a Don King promotion. But unlike most Don King fight cards, the big game rarely lives up to the hype. Once Super Bowl Sunday has passed, and the Giants have upset the New England Patriots, yes, you read that correctly, it will be time for this corner to shift its focus to the rematch between Jermain Taylor and Kelly Pavlik.
The first fight, in which Pavlik climbed off the canvas to knock Taylor out and win the world middlweight title, could very well win Fight of the Year honors. At least it's the one I voted for on my BWAA ballot.
The hype for this rematch officially begins on February 9 when HBO broadcasts a 30-minute special, "Countdown To Pavlik-Taylor 2." The show will follow HBO's Boxing After Dark card featuring IBF welterweight champ Paul Williams defending against Carlos Quintana.
The actual rematch takes place Saturday, February, 16 in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. The fight will be contested at 166 pounds and Pavlik's title will not be at stake.
Until then, enjoy the Super Bowl. And don't feel too badly for Tom Brady if things don't go his way Sunday. It's Eli's turn. -- CASSIDY
Comments (2)
The Giants upset the Patriots? You know very little about boxing and apparently even less about football. Pats 41, Giants 14. Taylor decisions Pavlik in the rematch.
Giants are on a roll, pats will be surprised. GO PAVLIK!