The Hayemaker Does It Again
The build up to Saturday’s jewel in the crown match between the two boxing giants reached its height in the hours leading up to the match which was billed as a grudge match between long term friends who had become bitter enemies.
The smart money was always on David Haye who in 24 bouts has had 22 knockouts and is currently in the form of his life after beating Russian giant Nikolae Valuev last year. While every knew this in their heart of hearts, Harrison’s seemingly unflappable confidence and insistence that he could defeat Haye left many considering betting on the underdog, just like short term van insurance firms give the benefit of the doubt to new drivers.
The niggling thought that Harrrison might have a chance against the mighty Haye were soon quashed however when the two finally clashed after an evening of anticipation. Haye appeared not have a care in the world as he strode into the arena with laid back soul music blasting out in the background, he was miming the words and jeeing up the crowd. He looked almost as though he had just secured a great temporary car insurancedeal.
Harrison looked the more focused but this was of little consequence when the fight got underway. The first two rounds were extremely cagey and both boxers returned to their corners to a cacophony of boos. Mid way through the 3rd however, Haye picked his moment, unleashing a torrent of blows before Harrison could even blink, the Olympic championwas floored almost instantly.
Within a short space of time, Haye once again added to his credibility proving that a tough talking Harrison barely fazed him. Harrison was clearly stunned and although he got up after being knocked down once, another Haye onslaught left him dazed and the referee stopped the fight. Haye will nop doubt be getting plenty of prize money, very little of which he’ll spend on short term car insurance.