Fight Credential
Consistency
Both fighters have maintained a similar level of consistency in recent years. Kovalev has recorded knockouts in his last eight bouts dating back to 2011, with seven coming inside of four rounds. Hopkins, outside of a decision loss to Chad Dawson in a bad style matchup, has consistently outpointed his opponents by taking away their biggest weapon. The fact that Hopkins has remained at such a high level while facing tougher competition than Kovalev gives him the edge.
Advantage: Hopkins
--Brian Campbell
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