Footwork
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An underrated aspect of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.’s style has been the footwork he utilizes. Whether it’s used to move into a closer range against his opponent or slip punches, Chavez Jr. has found success when he isn’t a stationary target.
He demonstrated his ability to move around the ring against Bryan Vera in their second clash in March of last year. Chavez Jr. was able to pivot and move with ease while still being able to impose an aggressive style.
Reyes showed many vulnerabilities when facing David “El Destroyer” Lopez (then 41-14-1, 23 KOs) in his last outing. A slow, limited and 20-year veteran, Lopez was able to land clean shots and even drop Reyes in their bout earlier this year.
The same Reyes who showed up against Lopez will get battered and out-boxed by a Chavez Jr. who uses great footwork in the ring.
As long as Chavez Jr. is able to move in and out and side to side, he should have an easy fight come Saturday night.
