by Josh McCrohon @JoshMcCrohon57Pre-Fight Word at 20:20: In my predictions, I predicted Chris Eubank Jr. to win this fight but I underestimated the ability of Groves. Chris Eubank recently said: “On Saturday, I will be on top of George from round one, punishing him for having the arrogance for stepping into the ring with me” It’s a bit ironic, isn’t it? Talking about arrogance! (Kind of hope Groves wins now!) IT IS FIGHT TIME! Let’s start the analysis, you’ve already read the pre-fight word; it’s time for Eubank vs. Groves! Round 1: Both boxers defend and throw occasional punches, both waiting for their time to strike. Groves is looking good as he is directing is fight so far. They clinch against the ropes to end this round. My Thoughts: Decent round for Groves, definitely controlled the first round of this 12 round bout. Round Winner: George Groves Round 2: Eubank is trying to push away from Groves but the latter hits a small combination on Eubank. Eubank hits a nice right hook to end. My Thoughts: Much better round for Eubank, this was an explosive round! Round Winner: Chris Eubank Jr. Round 3: Both men come out swinging! Eubank starts giving body shots but moves quickly up to the head and inflicts some damage. Groves and Eubank’s head collides and Eubank’s eye is busted open. Groves dominates the rest of the round. My Thoughts: That eye is going to hinder Eubank throughout the remainder of this fight. Round Winner: George Groves Round 4: Eubank starts with decent headshots. Groves hits a great head jab and both men exchange solid punches. Chris Eubanks hits a brilliant combo to end a tiring round for both fighters. My Thoughts: Eubank is starting to look impressive. Round Winner: Chris Eubank Jr. Round 5: This. Is. A. War. Groves is now showing off his work on the inside. My Thoughts: a close round but it’s worrying for Eubank. Round Winner: George Groves Round 6: Eubank is now throwing punches in flurries and is showing signs of frustration, maybe a tad too much frustration? Perhaps. My Thoughts: Groves took advantage of Eubank’s anger this round. Round Winner: George Groves Round 7: Chris Eubank hits several combinations on Groves who’s against the ropes but George quickly escapes that predicament. My Thoughts: Eubank’s best round in a while. Round Winner: Chris Eubank Round 8: Chris Eubank stuns George Groves and there’s a MASSIVE exchange towards the ending of the round. My Thoughts: What. A. Bloody. Round. (Literally) Round Winner: George Groves Round 9: Eubank hitting big shots straight away but Groves slows him right down. Eubank is now hunting for a KO win at this point in the fight. My Thoughts: Eubank needs a punch which stuns Groves and he needs to take advantage otherwise-he loses. Round Winner: Chris Eubank Round 10: Eubank hits a LETHAL right hook onto a Groves but DOESN’T take advantage of it. Groves batters Eubank and gets him leaning on the ropes. Eubank gets him Groves into the corner but Groves retaliates with a volley of punches. My Thoughts: Remember last time when I stated that Eubank needed a punch which stunned Groves and then needed to take advantage? THAT was the punch to do it but he never took the advantage! A wasted opportunity which could’ve led him to winning the fight. Round Winner: George Groves Round 11: Eubank goes for Groves but Groves slows him down again. Eubank is still going for this KO but Groves hits a NICE punch. Eubank is swinging but I think it’s far too late now. My Thoughts: This is not looking good for Eubank. Round Winner: George Groves Round 12: Eubank is officially desperate at this rate. Groves is defending now, he knows he’s won. The fight ends with Eubank winning the last round; if only there was a round 13... My Thoughts: Eubank’s best round this fight. Shame it wasn’t round 2 or 3. Round Winner: Chris Eubank George Groves wins in Round 12 via Unanimous Decision to Retain his WBA Title and Progress to the Final.If you add up all my Round winners you will get the result:
George Groves: 7 Chris Eubank JR: 5 Groves dominated the majority of this fight. I hope Eubank rethinks his tactics for his next fight. Next Steps: George Groves is off to the finals of this tournament which we already know. Chris Eubank’s next fight should be James DeGale. I’ve been Josh and this was the Boxing Analysis! Comments are closed.
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