“Big” names just like the one’s mentioned above, but in boxing’s BIG division, the heavyweight division. Today, that division in boxing fails to stir the “Soul” of most fans the way it did years ago. Yes, there are the Klitschko brother’s who appear to have the division on lock down holding the coveted key’s by way of the major world title belts right now. But, even with titles in hand lack luster performances by them have not generated the American interest in that division. In fact a lot of heavyweights in that division fail to perform at a level to even spark any sustained focus on the division.

 

The interest and focus right now is on the lighter weight divisions in the sport. Tonight for two top heavyweight contender’s, there lies an opportunity to “Ignite” an interest again in Boxing’s heavyweight division. For Samuel Peter (32 - 2 23KO’s) it’s a chance to erase his lack luster performance against Vitali Klitschko to whom he lost his World Boxing Council (WBC) title back in October. But for his opponent Eddie Chambers (33 - 1 18KO’s) this fight means more. He wants to be back in the race for a World Title shot and he know’s that a win tonight against a former World Champion and current top ranked heavyweight contender, would get him one step closer to that chance.

 

The single loss on Chambers record came against a top rated up and coming heavyweight named Alexander Povetkin. But for those such as myself who saw the fight, it was clear that Chambers defeated himself. Chamber’s was clearly the much better boxer, his technical skills evident and he showed flashes of his speed and skill against Povetkin. But midway through the bout, he just stopped punching and gave away the fight. I truly believe that it was simply “Mental” and maybe some conditioning issues, which I am convinced have been taken care of by his current trainer and manager, Rob Murray Sr. out of James Shulers Gym in Philadelphia, PA.

 

The “Nigerian Nightmare” Sam Peter is a true “Puncher” he has power in both hands especially in the right and could end any fight early if he lands it clean. For “Fast” Eddie Chambers, well, “Speed” kills if used properly and I believe that Chambers will use his speed and solid defense to avoid being hit clean by Peter’s right hand. Sparks are ready to fly as these two step into the ring tonight to do battle. The stage is set and it appears that we have the making’s of a very interesting, if not exciting top heavyweight contender matchup.

 

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