Once again Showtime and HBO have decided to hold two compelling boxing events on the same evening. And once again, it would be tough to pick one or the other.HBO - Saturday Night
Andre Berto (21-0, 18 Ko's) vs. Miguel Rodriguez (29-2, 23 Ko's)
Although facing mid-level talent up to this point in his young career, Andre Berto has defeated every opponent in an overwhelmingly convincing fashion. He is built with an even combination of great speed and power, and we think he is the best young prospect in the talented welterweight division.
His opponent, Miguel Rodriguez, is a slight step up in class from Berto's previous foes and has never been stopped within the time limit. However these factors should not play a part in another dominating victory for Andre Berto.
Berto's camp is content with having him slowly develop and build his unblemished record (which is a smart decision considering the talent at the top of the division). He is only 24 years old and will be challenging for the world title soon enough.
Chris Arreola (24-0, 21 Ko's) vs. Chazz Witherspoon (23-0, 15 Ko's)
Ever since our meeting with Cristobal Arreola's promotor, we have heard nothing but good things about this heavyweight prospect out of Los Angeles, CA. Heard. We were under the impression that his last two fights were supposed to be televised, but somehow fell through due to unforeseen circumstances. It will be great to finally see him in action.
From the clips on the Goossen Tutor Promotions website and YouTube, this ugly mug, standing at 6'4" and 250 lbs, looks like one bad mother (his trunks are even sponsored by a bail bonds company; see left).
Chazz Witherspoon will be Arreola's first major test inside the ring. If the pressure of fighting on the main stage doesn't get to The Nightmare, then he should be able to take care of business on his way to possibly becoming the first Mexican heavy weight champion of the world (and finally an American one at that).
Showtime fight preview to come...
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