Keith Thurman vs. Jesus Soto Karass
Photo by Naoki Fukada
Rob Anthony, Contributing Writer
Prediction: Thurman
Jose Sotomayor, Contributing Writer
Could very well be the fight of the night! Thurman coming of an impressive KO of Diego Chavez will look to outbox and break down the relentless pressure of Jesus Soto Karass. Soto Karass will try to pressure Thurman and keep the fight in close range. There is no doubt that this fight will present fireworks. Look for both fighters to find moments to exchange. Thurman is out to prove he is next in line for the Broner/Maidana winner.
Prediction: Thurman
Lenin Acevedo, Photographer
Karass is a heavy puncher with an iron chin but that can only get you so far. His boxing skills are really not impressive and skills is what he’ll need if plans to win this fight. If Thurman remains with a cool head throughout the fight it should be an easy win without a doubt.
Prediction: Thurman
Gabe Rivas, Contributing Writer
Jesus Soto-Karass can stop any young fighter’s rise to the top. However, when Marcos Maidana chose to box Soto Karass in their fight, he easily landed his jab. Keith Thurman’s explosiveness and boxing skills will make a difference. If Maidana could do it, albeit briefly, Thurman should have no problem using his footwork and jab on a way to a split decision.
Prediction: Thurman
Brendan Montenegro, Contributing Writer
There is a reason Keith Thurman has the nickname “One Time.” I’m calling for a knockout in this fight. Jesus Soto Karass will put up a great fight, but Thurman’s power and aggressive pressure will be too overwhelming. Look for Thurman to win by knockout in the sixth round.
Prediction: Thurman
Juan Carlos Burgos, Contributing Writer
As they say in the NFL this could be a “trap” fight for Keith Thurman. Jesus Soto Karass is a Mexican warrior that may lack physical and athletic attributes, but he makes up for it with his fighting style. Thurman is a star on the rise and this will be a good test for him. In the end Thurman has too many physical advantages for me to pick Soto Karass and Thurman himself will not be scared to engage Soto Karass.
Prediction: Thurman
Alex Burgos, Editor-in-Chief
Keith Thurman has had a great year and he can cap it off with a victory over tough-as-nails Mexican contender, Jesus Soto Karass. Not only has Thurman stepped up his competition gradually this year, but he’s also shown versatility in his wins. I think Soto Karass will provide another good challenge and Thurman can benefit from going a few rounds with him. I think “One Time” will catch Soto Karass sooner or later and end this fight before the final bell rings. And that’s word to San Diego.
Prediction: Thurman
