Chad Dawson vs Antonio Tarver II
On May 9, 2009, Chad Dawson (27-0, 17 KOs), the light-heavyweight IBF champion, defends his title against former world champion Antonio Tarver (27-5, 19 KOs).
Dawson vs Tarver II Stats
Chad Dawson is coming in to the fight on a 27-fight win streak with a 63% KO rate; his last fight was a unanimous decision win over Tarver, 6 months and 28 days ago. Antonio Tarver is on a 1-fight losing streak with a 59% KO rate, with his last fight being a unanimous decision loss to Dawson, 6 months and 28 days ago.
Dawson vs Tarver II Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Chad Dawson at 99-1 winning odds. Antonio Tarver really doesn't have much to present against Dawson.
Dawson vs Tarver II Result
Chad Dawson defeated Antonio Tarver via unanimous decision in the rematch and successfully defended his IBF light-heavyweight title. Dawson improves his record to 28-0, while Tarver adds a loss to his record at 27-6.