Mikkel Kessler (40-1-0, 30 KOs) of Denmark will face former European super middleweight champion Danilo Haussler (29-3-1, 7 KOs) of Germany in Weser-Ems-Halle to defend his WBA World Super Middleweight title.
Bookmakers have already considered this fight to be a gross mismatch and give no chance to Haussler. Kessler has to fight this mandatory bout only because Haussler is ranked number one by WBA.
Ever since Haussler lost his EBU title in 2002, he has gotten two opportunities to recapture it but failed.
With only one loss in his career and that to a close fight with Joe Calzaghe, Kessler is a hands down favorite to win this. It seems like a practice match for Mikkel Kessler before he takes a shot at unifying the WBC and WBA titles in a match up against Lucian Bute in 2009.
Let us see where Haussler stands in comparison with Kessler:
Mikkel Kessler is 3 inches taller than Danilo Haussler.
Mikkel Kessler also holds the age advantage over his German opponent by four years.
Mikkel Kessler has never lost by knockout.
Mikkel Kessler has won 29 of his bouts by KO as compared to 7 KO wins of Haussler.
Even though Danilo Haussler will have the home advantage as the bout is being held in his country, Germany, Mikkel Kessler has an excellent record of away wins and should have an easy walk on the German Haussler, who is having the biggest fight of his career.
Considering the odds at 1/33 (Ladbrokes, Stan James, Paddy Power, Bet365) in favor of the champion Kessler, the point to bet on would be whether or not Kessler would win by KO and how many rounds the fight will go.
Ladbrokes is offering 4/11 for Kessler to finish the fight in under 12 Rounds and 2/1 for the fight to last the entire 12 rounds.
Bwin is also offering 2 options of betting on rounds with odds at 1.65 for fight to finish in less than 10 rounds and 1.75 for the finish in less than 9 rounds.
If Haussler tries to attack, he is going to give many openings to Kessler for using his strong punches and score a KO. With the title at stake and an opportunity, which Haussler might not get again, he can be expected to go the attacking way.
Based on Kessler's record of 30 wins by KO, you can bet on him to win this one by KO at Paddy power or Ladbrokes at 1.40. Betfair offers slightly better odds at 1.41 for a KO by Kessler.
We will back Kessler in this one.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Mikkel Kessler Defends Super Middleweight Title This Saturday in Germany
This Saturday in Oldenburg, Germany, Mikkel Kessler, 40-1, 30 KO’s, the WBA Super Middleweight Champion, will defend his title against the former European Super Middleweight Champion, Danilo Haussler, 29-3-1, 7 KO’s.
Kessler, who is coming off a 12-round TKO over Dimitri Sartison this June, stated that Danilo Haussler is physically strong, but he has advantages when it comes down to reach and footwork.
For Haussler, this bout is a great opportunity that he wants to seize as he expressed his determination of performing at his best on Saturday.
In the co-main event, the newly crowned European Cruiserweight Champion Marco Huck, 22-1, 17 KO’s, will defend his title against Fabio Tuiach, 22-1, 14 KO’s, of Italy.
Also on the card, Alexander Abraham, 22-0-1, 15 KO’s, and Roman Dzuman, 23-5-1, 10 KO’s, will meet for the vacant EBU-EE Light Middleweight Championship, female welterweight Cecilia Braekhus, 9-0, 2 KO’s, will take on Borislava Goranova, 4-24-1, of Bulgaria and light middleweight Koko Murat, 8-0-1, 4 KO’s, will meet Abdelouahed Ben Lelly, 6-4, 2 KO’s.
Kessler, who is coming off a 12-round TKO over Dimitri Sartison this June, stated that Danilo Haussler is physically strong, but he has advantages when it comes down to reach and footwork.
For Haussler, this bout is a great opportunity that he wants to seize as he expressed his determination of performing at his best on Saturday.
In the co-main event, the newly crowned European Cruiserweight Champion Marco Huck, 22-1, 17 KO’s, will defend his title against Fabio Tuiach, 22-1, 14 KO’s, of Italy.
Also on the card, Alexander Abraham, 22-0-1, 15 KO’s, and Roman Dzuman, 23-5-1, 10 KO’s, will meet for the vacant EBU-EE Light Middleweight Championship, female welterweight Cecilia Braekhus, 9-0, 2 KO’s, will take on Borislava Goranova, 4-24-1, of Bulgaria and light middleweight Koko Murat, 8-0-1, 4 KO’s, will meet Abdelouahed Ben Lelly, 6-4, 2 KO’s.
Kessler, Haussler public work-out
Mikkel Kessler and Danilo Haussler have voiced their confidence ahead of Saturday´s WBA super-middleweight title fight in Oldenburg, Germany. After both fighters underwent a brief public practice session today, they answered questions from the media in great detail. “I never underestimate my opponents,” the Danish champion said. “Danilo Haussler is physically very strong but I have advantages when it comes down to reach and footwork. I have trained very hard in Monaco and Denmark. I feel in great shape.”
The Viking Warrior (40-1, 30 KOs) has firmly set his sights on his 41st victory. “I am prepared for the possibility of going 12 rounds,” he stated. “But I have no doubts that I will leave the ring victorious!”
His opponent, however, is envisioning a different outcome. “I have been working many, many years to get the chance to fight for the world title,” Haussler (29-3, 7 KOs) said. “I will make the most of it and want to win. Kessler might be taller than I am, but I have a huge heart and will show my tremendous fighting spirit.”
Also in action will be European cruiserweight champion Marco “Captain” Huck (22-1, 17 KOs), who defends his title against Italy´s Fabio Tuiach (22-1, 14 KOs), as well as the First Lady Cecilia Braekhus (9-0, 2 KOs), who comes face to face with Borislava Goranova from Bulgaria.
The Viking Warrior (40-1, 30 KOs) has firmly set his sights on his 41st victory. “I am prepared for the possibility of going 12 rounds,” he stated. “But I have no doubts that I will leave the ring victorious!”
His opponent, however, is envisioning a different outcome. “I have been working many, many years to get the chance to fight for the world title,” Haussler (29-3, 7 KOs) said. “I will make the most of it and want to win. Kessler might be taller than I am, but I have a huge heart and will show my tremendous fighting spirit.”
Also in action will be European cruiserweight champion Marco “Captain” Huck (22-1, 17 KOs), who defends his title against Italy´s Fabio Tuiach (22-1, 14 KOs), as well as the First Lady Cecilia Braekhus (9-0, 2 KOs), who comes face to face with Borislava Goranova from Bulgaria.
Kessler, Haussler make weight!
Mikkel Kessler 167.1 vs Danilo Haussler 167.1
(WBA Super Middleweight Title)
Marco Huck 197.9 vs Fabio Tuiach 198.8
(European Cruiserweight Title)
Alexander Abraham 153.2 vs Roman Dzuman 154.1
(EE-EU Light Middleweight Title)
Yoan Pablo Hernandez 198.4 vs Michael Simms 200.6
Cecilia Braekhus 143.7 vs Borislava Goranova 146.8
Venue: Weser-Ems-Halle, Oldenburg, Germany
Promoter: Sauerland Event
TV: ARD (Germany)
(WBA Super Middleweight Title)
Marco Huck 197.9 vs Fabio Tuiach 198.8
(European Cruiserweight Title)
Alexander Abraham 153.2 vs Roman Dzuman 154.1
(EE-EU Light Middleweight Title)
Yoan Pablo Hernandez 198.4 vs Michael Simms 200.6
Cecilia Braekhus 143.7 vs Borislava Goranova 146.8
Venue: Weser-Ems-Halle, Oldenburg, Germany
Promoter: Sauerland Event
TV: ARD (Germany)
Häussler vs Kessler WBA-WM- Boxing
Beim Volkswagenzentrum VW Braasch in der Bremer Straße hielt das Sauerland – Boxteam sein Showtraining für die Presse ab.
Am Samstag den 25.10.2008 findet in der Weser-Ems Halle der WM-Kampf von Danilo Häussler, dem Herausforderer, gegen den Weltmeister Mikkel Kessler aus Dänemark statt.
Vor dem ARD-TV-Event findet traditionsgemäß eine Strecke von Presseterminen statt, von denen einer das Meeting bei VW war.
Sowohl Mikkel Kessler als auch Danilo Häussler präsentierten sich gewohnt zuversichtlich, ließen sich geduldig ablichten und tänzelten kurz mit ihren Trainern durch den Ring.
Häusslers Trainer ist der TV-bekannte ehemalige Olympiasieger Manfred Wolke.
Der Pressetross zieht nun weiter zum offiziellen Wiegetermin und weiteren Pressekonferenzen, bis am Samstag spät abends der Worte genug gewechselt sind und endlich die Fäuste fliegen.
Am Samstag den 25.10.2008 findet in der Weser-Ems Halle der WM-Kampf von Danilo Häussler, dem Herausforderer, gegen den Weltmeister Mikkel Kessler aus Dänemark statt.
Vor dem ARD-TV-Event findet traditionsgemäß eine Strecke von Presseterminen statt, von denen einer das Meeting bei VW war.
Sowohl Mikkel Kessler als auch Danilo Häussler präsentierten sich gewohnt zuversichtlich, ließen sich geduldig ablichten und tänzelten kurz mit ihren Trainern durch den Ring.
Häusslers Trainer ist der TV-bekannte ehemalige Olympiasieger Manfred Wolke.
Der Pressetross zieht nun weiter zum offiziellen Wiegetermin und weiteren Pressekonferenzen, bis am Samstag spät abends der Worte genug gewechselt sind und endlich die Fäuste fliegen.
Kessler-Haussler Set For Oct 25th, Bonsu, Ustinov, Hernandez, More
Giacobbe Fragomeni and Rudolf Kraj fight for the vacant WBC cruiserweight title October 25 in Milano. In supporting bout Italian ladies Simona Galassi and Stefania Bianchini clash again..
Mikkel Kessler vs Danilo Haussler for the WBA supermiddleweight title appears now to be all set for October 25 with Duesseldorf - there is still no official confirmation from Sauerland Event who promotes the fight but the champ writes on his website, mikkelkessler.com the fight is on. Duesseldorf is a bit surprising as venue - it´s far from home for Haussler, who´s had all his major fights in what used to be East Germany.
EBU welter champ Jackson Osei Bonsu will defend the title September 13 in Kielce, Poland, against Rafael Jackiewicz - and is still set to make his mandatory defence against Jan Zaveck October 10 in Slovenia.
German-based Cuban cruiser Yoan Pablo Hernandez have been added to the Valuev vs Ruiz show in Berlin August 30. Hernandez take on Marcos Hernandez.
Belorus heavyweight giant Alexander Ustinov face Brazilian Daniel Bispo in Beijing, China, August 22. Ustinov is signed to K 2 East and this fight is promoted by a Russian support group to the country´s Olympic committee.
The documentary on now retired lightheavy Ole Klemetsen called "Blood and Honour" goes up on the cinemas in Norway this week and reviews have been very good. Ole and his dad Big John Klemetsen had a colorful and exciting career first with an exellent amateur career, then as a pro, first with Kronk and Emanuel Steward in the US, then in the UK with Panos Eliades and Frank Maloney, later with Steffen Tangstad and Mogens Palle. Ole could punch and was a very good talent but always had a leaky defence and a not so strong chin. All in all, it made for quite a career. Today Team Klemetsen is the same as dance hall band on the Norwegian circuit with Big John as singer and front figure.
Danish promoter and manager Robert Larsen have had his licensed revoked by the Danish Federation. Larsen admits to being late with the paperwork but strongly denies any connection with the ongoing feud with Evans Ashira, the African Warrior, who has sent out a number of press releases and in one of them claims that Larsen´s license is suspended due to this conflict. Larsen Boxing are behind the planned comeback by Riddick Bowe in Gyor, Hungary, September 12. Bowe is to fight Hungarian Zoltan Petranyi, who´s also active as promoter, manager and agent. Larsen Boxing also take heavyweight Ingvardt Jorgensen to Sweden September 5 where he is to fight Robert Helenius. A show is in the works on Danish soil later in the fall possibly with WBO I/C welter champ Christian Bladt headlining.
SOURCE: EASTSIDEBOXING
Mikkel Kessler vs Danilo Haussler for the WBA supermiddleweight title appears now to be all set for October 25 with Duesseldorf - there is still no official confirmation from Sauerland Event who promotes the fight but the champ writes on his website, mikkelkessler.com the fight is on. Duesseldorf is a bit surprising as venue - it´s far from home for Haussler, who´s had all his major fights in what used to be East Germany.
EBU welter champ Jackson Osei Bonsu will defend the title September 13 in Kielce, Poland, against Rafael Jackiewicz - and is still set to make his mandatory defence against Jan Zaveck October 10 in Slovenia.
German-based Cuban cruiser Yoan Pablo Hernandez have been added to the Valuev vs Ruiz show in Berlin August 30. Hernandez take on Marcos Hernandez.
Belorus heavyweight giant Alexander Ustinov face Brazilian Daniel Bispo in Beijing, China, August 22. Ustinov is signed to K 2 East and this fight is promoted by a Russian support group to the country´s Olympic committee.
The documentary on now retired lightheavy Ole Klemetsen called "Blood and Honour" goes up on the cinemas in Norway this week and reviews have been very good. Ole and his dad Big John Klemetsen had a colorful and exciting career first with an exellent amateur career, then as a pro, first with Kronk and Emanuel Steward in the US, then in the UK with Panos Eliades and Frank Maloney, later with Steffen Tangstad and Mogens Palle. Ole could punch and was a very good talent but always had a leaky defence and a not so strong chin. All in all, it made for quite a career. Today Team Klemetsen is the same as dance hall band on the Norwegian circuit with Big John as singer and front figure.
Danish promoter and manager Robert Larsen have had his licensed revoked by the Danish Federation. Larsen admits to being late with the paperwork but strongly denies any connection with the ongoing feud with Evans Ashira, the African Warrior, who has sent out a number of press releases and in one of them claims that Larsen´s license is suspended due to this conflict. Larsen Boxing are behind the planned comeback by Riddick Bowe in Gyor, Hungary, September 12. Bowe is to fight Hungarian Zoltan Petranyi, who´s also active as promoter, manager and agent. Larsen Boxing also take heavyweight Ingvardt Jorgensen to Sweden September 5 where he is to fight Robert Helenius. A show is in the works on Danish soil later in the fall possibly with WBO I/C welter champ Christian Bladt headlining.
SOURCE: EASTSIDEBOXING
Kessler, Haussler press conference
There are still two days to go before it truly gets serious for the protagonists of Saturday´s event in Oldenburg. But before things get going inside the ring, the rivals for the WBA super-middleweight title and cruiserweight European title demonstrated a lot of mutual respect. “My preparation has gone well – better than usual,” revealed Mikkel Kessler ahead of his title defence against mandatory challenger Danilo Haussler. He is prepared for a fight which goes the distance of 12 rounds. “Haussler has a big heart, but I am convinced that I will remain world champion,” added Kessler.
Kessler’s manager Mogens Palle was equally confident. He said: “I did not want this fight, but I don’t want to talk about that here. I have seen a few of Danilo Haussler’s fights. If he fights like he has done up to now, it will be very tough to hit him. I don’t want to predict the outcome, but a points decision would be enough for us.”
Danilo Haussler made it clear that getting a fight for the WBA world title is a dream come true. Although he is aware that his opponent will be the favourite, he still fancies his chances. “The longer the fight goes on, the better my chances are,” said the 33-year-old challenger. That is the way Haussler’s coach Manfred Wolke sees it too. “Obviously, Mikkel Kessler is physically strong, but you cannot under-estimate his boxing qualities either. It will not be easy. We want to start picking up big points from the beginning and then hope for a good ending,” said the 65-year-old coach.
The European cruiserweight title fight between title-holder Marco “Captain” Huck and the Italian challenger Fabio Tuiach (28) promises just as much tension. Although both rivals come into the fight with practically the same records of 22 to 23 wins, the 23-year-old European Champion feels he is well-prepared for the fight. “I did not expect to fight again so soon after winning the European title against Jean Marc Monrose, but then the coach called me and I began preparing immediately,” he revealed. “I am delighted to be fighting again in Oldenburg and I want to defend my European belt with all my might,” he added.
Challenger Fabio Tuaich paid respect to his opponent, but made it clear that he had not travelled all the way to Oldenburg only to return empty-handed. “Marco Huck is a strong fighter, but I did not come here to lose. I want to take the European title back to Italy with me,” said the cruiserweight fighter from Trieste.
Kessler’s manager Mogens Palle was equally confident. He said: “I did not want this fight, but I don’t want to talk about that here. I have seen a few of Danilo Haussler’s fights. If he fights like he has done up to now, it will be very tough to hit him. I don’t want to predict the outcome, but a points decision would be enough for us.”
Danilo Haussler made it clear that getting a fight for the WBA world title is a dream come true. Although he is aware that his opponent will be the favourite, he still fancies his chances. “The longer the fight goes on, the better my chances are,” said the 33-year-old challenger. That is the way Haussler’s coach Manfred Wolke sees it too. “Obviously, Mikkel Kessler is physically strong, but you cannot under-estimate his boxing qualities either. It will not be easy. We want to start picking up big points from the beginning and then hope for a good ending,” said the 65-year-old coach.
The European cruiserweight title fight between title-holder Marco “Captain” Huck and the Italian challenger Fabio Tuiach (28) promises just as much tension. Although both rivals come into the fight with practically the same records of 22 to 23 wins, the 23-year-old European Champion feels he is well-prepared for the fight. “I did not expect to fight again so soon after winning the European title against Jean Marc Monrose, but then the coach called me and I began preparing immediately,” he revealed. “I am delighted to be fighting again in Oldenburg and I want to defend my European belt with all my might,” he added.
Challenger Fabio Tuaich paid respect to his opponent, but made it clear that he had not travelled all the way to Oldenburg only to return empty-handed. “Marco Huck is a strong fighter, but I did not come here to lose. I want to take the European title back to Italy with me,” said the cruiserweight fighter from Trieste.
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