Few boxers in any class command more respect than Erislandy Lara, the current IBO and WBA World Super Welterweight champion. Through the years Lara has impressed fight fans with his toughness and will to win. With several different titles held since 2013 Lara brings the street cred of being a proven winner against the best challengers thrown at him. Lara will be facing perhaps his greatest challenge in a title fight in the person of Jarrett Hurd. A champion in his own right with the IBF World Super Heavyweight title, Hurd is one of the most promising up and coming fighters found in any weight class. Hurd will meet Lara in a unification title bout on April 7, 2018.
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The bout between Jarrett Hurd and Erislandy Lara will take place on April 7, 2018 at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The fight will be aired on Showtime.
Fight Preview
Jarrett Hurd is the third ranked Super Welterweight in the world. He holds the International Boxing Federation World Super Welterweight title. Also known as “Swift” he stands at 6’2” and has a reach of 76.5” while fighting from an orthodox stance. The 27-year-old Hurd has a career record of 21-0 with 15 of his wins coming by knockout. Hurd was born in Accokeek, Maryland and still lives there.
In his last bout on October 14, 2017 Hurd scored a RTD win in the tenth round of a scheduled 12 round bout that took place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. With the win Hurd was able to successfully defend the International Boxing Federation World Super Welterweight title. He won that title belt on February 25, 2017 with a TKO win over Tony Harrison in the ninth round of a scheduled 12 round bout that took place at Legacy Arena in Birmingham.
Erislandy Lara is the top ranked Super Welterweight in the world and holds title belts for the International Boxing Organization and World Boxing Association Super World Welterweight titles. Lara is 34 years of age and a native of Cuba that now resides in Houston, Texas. His career record is 25-2-2 with 14 of his 25 wins coming by knockout. Also known as “The American Dream” Lara stands at 5’9” with a reach of 74” and fights from a southpaw stance.
Lara last fought on October 14, 2017 and scored a unanimous decision win over Terrell Gausha in a scheduled 12 round bout that was held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Lara was able to knock out Gausha in the fourth round. With the win Lara was able to successfully defend the International Boxing Federation, International Boxing Organization, and World Boxing Association Super World Welterweight titles.
Lara won the World Boxing Association Super Welterweight title on December 7, 2013 when he scored a unanimous decision win over Austin Trout at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Lara knocked down Trout in the 11th round of the bout. Since that time, he has held several various title belts while establishing his championship reputation and credibility.
Perhaps Lara is as well known and respected for a fight that he actually lost. Lara took on Canelo Alvarez on July 12, 2013 and lost a split decision in a 12-round bout that took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. There was no title belt on the line.
Boxing Betting Tips
Jarrett Hurd is a promising young champion with plenty of future. In a fight such as this however Erislandy Lara brings unrivaled credibility as a proven long-term champion. Lara’s vast experience and championship record makes him an appealing pick.
Boxing Odds Pick: Erislandy Lara to win
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With the boxing odds at BookMaker Sportsbook, you can bet on boxing all year, from smaller cards to pay-per-view events. Access live betting lines from your mobile device at BookMaker Sportsbook. Jarrett Hurd vs. Erislandy Lara takes place on April 7, 2018 at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The fight can be seen
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