Sheeraz vs Gurria Analysis and Predictions
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Hamzah Sheeraz (12-0, 8KO) vs Ezequiel Gurria (15-1, 3KO)
Super Welterweight (154)
WBO European Super Welterweight Title
Hamzah Sheeraz
WBO European Super Welterweight champion, Hamzah Sheeraz, once again looks to defend his belt against international competition. Only twenty-two years old, the prospect needn’t rush his career, but he already looks far too slick for competition at his current level. Tall for the weight, Sheeraz doesn’t utilise his reach but instead opts to break opponents against the ropes. Stalking forward behind a high guard, Sheeraz’s hand speed allows him to land sharp combinations. A beautiful combination that Sheeraz tries regularly is the right straight into the left hook body to left uppercut. After doubling up on his lead hand, Sheeraz showcases his ring generalship by throwing a loopy right hook to prevent opponents from escaping the ropes.
Ezequiel Gurria
Spaniard, Ezequiel Gurria, a one-time Spanish champ leaves his native country to fight for the first time. Upon reviewing his victory over Fernando Heredia (3-7) and KO koss to David Soria (8-0), it is apparent the back-foot fighter has been hand-picked by Warren. Always back-peddling, Gurria voluntarily backs himself against the ropes. A switch-hitter, Gurria’s offence is largely reduced to jabs and counter uppercuts. The Spaniard does offer awkward angles due to the regular stance changes, but he lacks the head movement to stay safe on the ropes.
Predicted Result: Sheeraz TKO Round 6
WBO European Super Welterweight champion, Hamzah Sheeraz, is a ridiculously talented prospect for just a twenty-two year old. Tall for the weight, Sheeraz opts to break opponents against the ropes. Gurria, a one-time Spanish champ who is leaving his native country for the first time, has surely been hand-picked by Warren. Fighting solely off the back-foot and voluntarily backing himself against the ropes, Gurria lacks the head movement to stay safe. Although offering awkward angles through his switch-hitting style, Sheeraz will be able to find the Spaniard’s head and body all night.
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