Both Swick and Hardy have wins over Davis; granted, both of them were decisions but still – it means that on paper, they’re more evenly matched.

Their striking ability is well documented, so I reckon what it will come down to on the night is speed, accuracy and stamina; I think it will hinge on who connects first with something solid.

If it goes to the ground I’d be tempted to say that Swick may have the advantage… but Hardy is no slouch there (so I’m told); this may be the first match in which we see how comfortable and/or skilled Hardy is when on his back.

Either way this fight is a shoe-in for fight of the night.

I’m reasonably confident that Ross Pearson’s fight against Aaron Riley will be decisive, and we may way well see the same of James Wilks vs. Matt Brown (sub of the night in that fight?)

One other thing: I’m hoping for relatively quick bouts so that the maximum number of fights get aired on broadcast – hope that’s not too much to ask for :)

I get into Manchester at around 10:30am on Wednesday 11th and I’m almost immediately straight to work; I’ve got so much to cover this time around that I’ll be lucky to see my hotel room except for image editing / blod updates and possibly sleep (yes, in that order)

Couldn’t see that one coming.

I agree though.

Agreed.

2 guys with little to no english and not a ton of name recognition. It’s a huge fight in the sport of boxing, but it won’t transcend the sport like Mayweather/Marquez.