Domination in America, Starting from being a Boxing Champion-Chapter 796 - 575: Battle Against Big Klitschko_2

During a pre-match inspection, no issues are generally detected, but during a match, a boxer's fists can easily sweat inside the gloves. When plaster powder comes into contact with sweat, it hardens, which can increase the hardness of a punch and enhance its lethality.

After the match, Morris's coach exposed Margarito's use of plaster powder in his hand wraps, which caused a huge sensation in the boxing arena. Margarito's coach was permanently banned from boxing by the boxing organization.

The media and colleagues alike condemned Margarito. Boxers who had previously lost to him suspected that he had cheated in past matches.

Margarito, who was once infinitely glorified and feared even by Mayweather and Pacquiao, fell into disgrace. His nickname changed from 'Alien' to 'Plaster Hand.'

Because of this incident, boxing coaches became more meticulous in inspecting their opponents' equipment.

Link, known as Superman, also received a lot of attention from opposing coaches before matches.

However, this time, Big Klitschko's coach only came to inspect Link's boxing gloves right after he had put them on. The inspection was very thorough, clearly reflecting a suspicion of Link's character, which was also a kind of provocation.

After the inspection was completed, and nothing abnormal was found, Big Klitschko's coach and entourage left.

Link, along with his boxing team, walked out of the locker room and into the competition venue.

Today's event was buzzing with activity; besides the formal match, there were energetic dance performances. Celebrities like Rihanna, Black Eyed Peas, and Ariana Grande were invited, making it feel like a massive concert.

Before the match, Holyfield, serving as a guest host, came to interview Link and Big Klitschko, attempting to provoke anger through his words, but both remained calm and composed.

After weighing in and being interviewed, the two competitors ascended the boxing ring amidst the cheers of tens of thousands of spectators.

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"The match is finally about to start, do you think Link will lose?"

In the front row, Hoyle looked at Hopkins and James Toney beside him and asked.

"He shouldn't lose. If it were against Deontay Wilder, Alexander Povetkin, or Valuev before, I think he might have lost. But defeating Deontay proves his punch weight and speed are top-notch in the heavyweight class; defeating Povetkin proves his techniques and tactics are top-notch; defeating Valuev proves he's not afraid of opponents taller than him. I think Link will definitely win this match," said James Toney.

"It's not certain. Big Klitschko combines the strengths of all three in terms of punch weight, technique, and height. Even though Link managed to defeat each of them individually, that doesn't necessarily mean he can defeat the almost flawless Big Klitschko," Hoyle argued.

"How could Klitschko have no flaws? His flaws are obvious. Against someone with heavier punches, he fights sluggishly and is more prone to injuries. Plus, he fights too rationally, is overly cautious, and lacks decisiveness. If Link can injure him within the first three rounds, he can essentially secure a victory," Mike Tyson explained.

"So, Link won't lose this match?"

Shark O'Neal said, curling his thick lips.

"Do you really want to see Link lose? Is it because you lost to him in basketball?"

Morales chuckled.

"Nonsense! I was letting him win; I didn't use my full strength. If I were serious, Link wouldn't stand a chance against me." ƒгeewebnovёl.com

"Alright, I'll make sure to tell Link exactly that. Next time Link asks you out to play basketball, don't you pretend to be dead," Morales replied with a mischievous grin.

O'Neal glared at him, secretly deciding that if Link ever invited him to play basketball again, he would either not go or bring Wade along for a two-on-one.

Ding Ding Ding!

The bell for the match rang, and the spectator seats became quiet, all eyes on the competitors on the boxing ring.

Link wore golden shorts with 'LINK' embroidered on the waistband, and golden boxing gloves, his neatly trimmed hair looked sharp, and his bronzed skin shone metallic under the lights. His triangular back silhouette and bulging muscles looked evenly proportioned and powerfully robust.

His abdominal muscles were clearly defined; although not as bulky as many heavyweight boxers, they were like mechanical steel axles, flexible and full of explosive power.

Link stood quietly in the center of the ring, appearing calm.

His opponent, Big Klitschko, was similarly expressionless. Towering over Link by more than ten centimeters, his eyes were fixed above Link's head, seemingly contemplating tactics to defeat Link.

As the referee energetically swung down his arm to announce the start of the match, Link and Big Klitschko touched gloves and began throwing punches at each other.

"Go Link!"

"Link, I bet on you to win, don't lose."

"Come on Klitschko, I've bet ten thousand on your victory."

In the audience seats, spectators began to shout loudly.

Link and Big Klitschko ignored the noise below the ring, focusing intently on each other; Link advanced a few steps, and seeing Klitschko well-prepared and having no intention of attacking, he accelerated and threw punches to test the opponent's strength and speed.

When he attacked, Big Klitschko chose to fight defensively and counterattack.

After six exchanges, Link preliminarily figured out his opponent's tactics including punch power, reaction ability, dodging speed, and footwork. Klitschko performed very well, especially in defense, almost without flaws, and Link could not find an opportunity to take advantage in a short time.

After thinking, Link immediately increased the frequency of his punches, Left Straight Punch + Right Jab + Left Uppercut + Right Upper Hook Punch, his fists hammered like a storm onto Klitschko's defensive arms.

His goal was simple: to compete for speed and stamina.

Disturbing the opponent's rhythm and tactics with Quick Fists, then seizing the moment to find a breach in the defense to attack the opponent's weak spots, ideally injuring the opponent.

This was also one of the tactics he thought of from studying Klitschko's pre-match videos.

During Klitschko's career, there was one match that was very dangerous, and he nearly got knocked out.

This match occurred on April 2004, the opponent was WBO Heavyweight Boxing Champion, Corrie Sanders, who was from South Africa. Before entering the boxing ring, he was a policeman, and his nickname was 'South African Policeman.'

His most glorious match occurred in 2003 in Hanover, Germany, where Sanders fought against Little Klitschko. In two rounds, he knocked down Little Klitschko four times and won the WBO Heavyweight Golden Belt.

In 2004, Sanders challenged for the WBC Heavyweight Golden Belt, then held by Big Klitschko.

In the first three rounds of the match, Sanders beat Klitschko several times, dominating and leaving Klitschko with no ability to fight back.

However, Klitschko's mentality was strong; he was very calm during the match, never arrogant in victory nor discouraged in defeat. From the fourth round onwards, using steady tactics and continuous Heavy Punches, he gradually turned the tables and ultimately knocked out Sanders in the ninth round to win.

Although Sanders lost, his fighting style had many aspects worthy of emulation, such as his rapid and decisive punches, and using Quick and Sneak Punches to break through Klitschko's defense.

The media later commented that this match was the most awkward in Klitschko's career, and if Sanders had been a bit stronger and faster, he would have had a good chance of defeating Klitschko.

Thus, in this match, Link learned from Sanders' failure, planning to break the opponent's defense with Quick Fists, reducing his energy and combat effectiveness as much as possible, disrupting his tactics.

Bang bang bang!

Link continuously swung his fists, mainly using Jab to hit the opponent's ribs, with Uppercut to threaten the chin.

Striking high and low, seizing the opportunity to find openings.

Bang!

On the 109th punch, the opponent's defense lagged, and his chin was hit by Link, causing him to stagger back two steps and bump into the ropes.

Taking advantage of the opponent's exposure, Link pressed forward, his fists crashing like drumbeats onto his opponent's arms, chin, and side of the face. Klitschko became disoriented and immediately resorted to a clinch to restrain his punches.

"Break!"

The referee ordered them to separate.

Link stepped back and upon the referee's signal to resume, he approached his opponent, launching a new round of attacks.

Ding ding ding!

The first round ended.

Link threw a total of 168 punches, hitting the opponent's torso 21 times and chin/head 5 times.

Big Klitschko threw 121 punches, 1 hit Link's forehead, and 12 hit below Link's head.

In this round, although Link had the upper hand, he threw many punches and his energy expenditure was high, he was soaked in sweat by the end of the round.

Whereas Big Klitschko, despite taking quite a few hits, remained calm and rational, maintaining the rhythm of the match, not losing his composure or becoming discouraged, showcasing a very solid mentality.

Such an opponent was also very difficult to deal with.