Under normal circumstances Ryan Burnett would be receiving the bulk of attention for any fight that he would take part in. That is because Burnett is the defending World Boxing Association Super World Bantamweight champion. But on November 3 Burnett will be going up against one of the biggest names in boxing history. Nonito Donaire has won world championships in four different weight classes and is a name and personality that is larger than life. Donaire has made the effort to drop two weight classes to the Bantamweight level in order to compete in the World Boxing Super Series. Also, on the line in the bout between Burnett and Donaire will be the World Boxing Council Diamond Bantamweight title.
Let’s take a look at the boxing odds at BookMaker.eu, break down the matchup and go over your betting options.
Boxing Odds at BookMaker.eu
Nonito Donaire +540
Ryan Burnett -780
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The bout between Ryan Burnett (19-0, 9 knockouts) and Nonito Donaire (38-5-0, 24 knockouts) is for the World Boxing Association Super World Bantamweight title and the World Boxing Council Diamond Bantamweight title on November 3. The championship fight is scheduled for 12 rounds and can be seen on DAZN. SSE Hydro in Glasgow in the venue.
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Nonito Donaire lost his last fight on April 21, 2018 when he faced Carl Frampton for the World Boxing Organization World Featherweight title. The bout went the full 12 rounds and took place at the SSE Arena where Frampton won a unanimous decision.
For Donaire the loss to Frampton was his second loss in his last three bouts. But Immediately after that defeat Donaire made the decision to drop down in weight class to join the World Boxing Super Series. A total of eight of the best Bantamweights in the world will compete in this tournament which is a single elimination format.
Donaire has expressed his excitement at joining the Bantamweight class and the World Boxing Super Series. Donaire also voiced his excitement at joining such a competitive field for the tournament and expressed his goal of winning an undisputed world championship.
At 36 years of age Donaire’s best days are behind him, but you would never know that if you talked to him. And that is one of the reasons that he dropped down in weight class. “The Filipino Flash” sees this ticket as the ultimate path to redemption after his recent lack of success. He also believes this format gives him the clearest path to that undisputed world championship.
“I am really looking forward to the tournament,” said Donaire. “Entering the tournament gives me an opportunity to showcase my abilities against the best in this division. This division is stacked with talent that that’s really exciting! I believe my size, experience and most of all my power will give me the edge over my opponents.”
Donaire is currently fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada. The promoters were thrilled that Donaire was willing to drop in weight class and join the tournament as a “living legend.”
The big question about Donaire is if he has anything left for a fight so big and on such an important stage. Few fighters have had more highs, lows, wear and tear for their careers.
The 26-year-old Burnett is considered one of the top up and coming champions at any level. Although Burnett has an impressive record in their own right Donaire would be the biggest name that he has faced. Balanced against that is the fact that many experts believe Donaire’s ability and career is “shot.”
Boxing Betting Tips
Ryan Burnett is the future while Nonito Donaire is a part of boxing’s glorious past. At the end of the day Burnett’s recent success and youth give him the advantage. Donaire will draw betting action because of his name. But his best days are behind him.
Boxing Betting Pick: Ryan Burnett
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. Ryan Burnett vs. Nonito Donaire takes place on November 3, 2018 at SSE Arena, Belfast. The fight can be seen on DAZN.
