Devon Alexander vs. Jesus Soto Karass
Photo by Esther Lin/Showtime
Lou Catalano, Staff Writer
A battle where the underachiever meets the overachiever. Devon Alexander was last seen getting outworked and defeated by Shawn Porter. Jesus Soto Karass was last seen being violently concussed by Keith “San Diego!” Thurman.
Alexander’s southpaw style and boxing ability make him a difficult foe, but for all of his skill, he has shown a tendency to keep his fists holstered, allowing other fighters like Porter and Tim Bradley to out-hustle him. Soto Karass is not only a busy fighter, he can bring the pain and his skull seems to be made of pavement.
I think this fight would be a rougher one a couple of years ago, and though Soto Karass will make Alexander work, I don’t think there’s enough tread left on the tires for him to spring an upset. I like Alexander to win on points.
Prediction: Alexander
Lenin Acevedo, Photographer
It doesnt take Nostradamus to predict this fight. Jesus Soto Karass loses this fight.
I like Soto Karass, but in terms of boxing ability, Devon Alexander is light years ahead. Alexander takes this by decision.
Prediction: Alexander
Alex Burgos, Editor-in-Chief
For me, both men need a win in this fight. Jesus Soto Karass needs it because he’s trying to push past the “tough guy who always loses” label. Devon Alexander needs a win to prove he can still get back to the championship level after losing his title to Shawn Porter.
Yes, Soto Karass did beat Andre Berto, but at this point that’s not saying much. Soto Karass could probably still get network fights even if he loses, but he’ll certainly be labeled more of a gate keeper. The rugged Mexican will need to put pressure on Alexander in an intelligent manner, meaning he must cut off the ring. Alexander will want to box and show the slower Soto Karass angles all night.
As the better athlete and more polished boxer, I think Alexander should be able to earn a decision victory as long as he stays out of range of Soto Karass’ bombs. If Alexander gets caught in exchanges, Soto Karass could pull off the minor upset.
Prediction: Alexander
