Antonio Tarver vs Bernard Hopkins
On June 10, 2006, Bernard Hopkins (46-4-1, 32 KOs) gets a shot at the light-heavyweight The Ring title held by and the Ring Magazine champion, Antonio Tarver (24-3, 18 KOs).
Tarver vs Hopkins Stats
Antonio Tarver is coming in to the fight on a 2-fight win streak with a 66% KO rate; his last fight was a unanimous decision win over Roy Jones Jr., 8 months and 9 days ago. Bernard Hopkins is on a 2-fight losing streak with a 62% KO rate, with his last fight being a unanimous decision loss to Jermain Taylor, 6 months and 7 days ago.
Tarver vs Hopkins Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 89.3-10.7 in favor of Bernard Hopkins. Antonio Tarver may have moments of brilliance during the fight but it won't be enough for him to get the victory.
Tarver vs Hopkins Result
Bernard Hopkins defeated Antonio Tarver via unanimous decision and wins the The Ring title. Hopkins improves his record to 47-4-1, while Tarver adds a loss to his record at 24-4.