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Bernard.Hopkins.vs.Karo Murat. Over the last five years, Chad Dawson is the only man who has handed Hopkins a loss. Can Murat become the next man to accomplish the feat?

Prediction

The challenger is a mechanical, plodding fighter with moderately good power. He works behind the jab and doesn’t possess a ton of speed. His style is generally to wait back in an effort to counter his opponent.

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This approach may not mesh well with Hopkins’ defensive style from a fan’s standpoint. The champion is a notorious slow starter, so the early rounds could be uneventful. In Hopkins’ last bout, he showed a willingness to trade and the ability to take a shot. If he does open up against Murat, he’ll be smart and pick his spots to score.

Even at 48, Hopkins’ instincts, timing and experience should allow him to get off first once he has seen what Murat brings to the table. As in-ring IQ’s go, only Floyd Mayweather Jr. is in Hopkins’ league in the current landscape of the sport.

Because Murat doesn’t possess the speed or power to supersede Hopkins’ qualities, he’ll use his intangible advantages to grab another win.

Look for Hopkins to win a unanimous decision.

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