Bourke vs Beech Jnr Analysis and Prediction
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Chris Bourke (9-0, 6KO) vs James Beech Jnr (12-1, 2KO)
Super Bantamweight (122)
WBC International Super Bantamweight Title
Chris Bourke
Despite a second-round stoppage over Michael Ramabeletsa, it is difficult to get too excited over Chris Bourke just yet. The Londoner’s power is undeniable, yet the low volume will become an issue. Using his lead hand to hand fight and occasionally probe with a body jab, Bourke aims to set opponents onto his lethal left hand. Relying on footwork rather than head movement, Bourke limits his opportunities to counter, but as it has become apparent, he only needs one.
James Beech Jnr
Having spent much of his career honing his craft against journeymen, it was a big ask for James Beech Jnr when he fought Brad Foster for the Commonwealth/British titles. Having taken a year out, the cut sustained during the fourth round will surely have had sufficient time to heal. Despite the defeat, Beech Jnr showed incredible durability and heart to make it to the final bell. Opting to duck low and spring up with uppercuts, Beech Jnr caught Foster flush a couple of times. Unfortunately, when Beech Jnr did find success on the front foot, he often lingered to admire his work. Foster, a quality above, punished Beech Jnr with hard counters and reversed any momentum the West Midlands gained.
Predicted Result: Bourke Decision
Despite a second-round stoppage over Michael Ramabeletsa, it is difficult to get too excited over Chris Bourke just yet. The Londoner’s power is undeniable, yet low volume will emerge as an issue. Using his lead hand to hand fight and occasionally probe with a body jab, Bourke aims to set opponents onto his lethal left hand. Beech Jnr showcased his durability and heart in a losing performance against Brad Foster, but offered little else. When Beech Jr found success on the front foot, he lingered in the pocket admiring his work. Foster stunned Beech Jr a few times but failed to put the West Midlands man away. Bourke only needs the one shot to truly punish Beech Jnr. A seemingly awful stylistic match-up, with perhaps only Beech Jnr’s volume and activity posing any sort of path to victory.
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