Derrick Findley says you can stick a fork in Curtis Stevens; favors Golovkin over Ward in the future

Chris Robinson catches up with tough middleweight veteran Derrick Findley in Big Bear, CA, as he speaks on his recent sparring session with WBA middleweight champion Gennady Golovkin ahead of his Nov. 2 bout with Curtis Stevens

[ejy]

Findley was honest in his assessment which is appreciated. And he's a terrific gatekeeper and a very tough out. Further, I think an argument could be made that he deserved the wins against Stevens.

[eltubster]

Appreciate these videos from inside the GGG camp. Must say that Derrick Findley is a superb choice of sparring partner for a guy like Golovkin, experienced and tough enough to give Gennady decent work.

[twaflyer]

Go Derrick Findley! This is the type of guy you want to see go all the way! What humility and honesty! I sure would like to see him have a big win! Great guy, but maybe too nice to go all the way! But don't change Derrick! Your personality will be successful in life!

[NiceOne]

I never said that but I do think Derrick Findley is more qualified to say who he thinks would win than any of the people on here.

[MrReav]

Kovalev beat Ward 9 rounds to 3. I think GGG easily beats him if he stays patient. Even at 175.

[icebear]

First time I've heard this from somebody who's been there, but it confirms my own impression, i.e. that nobody south of 175 is going to have any real shot at Golovkin at this point.

[MrRigondeaux]

good interview. i would pay to see GGG vs WARD...they need to build that one for a superfight because it is a superfight.

[Boxinggenius]

20-11-1. I respect his opinion because he's sparred both opponents but obviously this guy isnt a top tier fighter and only has his own style. Styles make fights. Strategies even out fights. A chin can make up for mistakes or be an equalizer. I like GGG over Stevens because GGG has shown more boxing ability/skill. I wouldnt be shocked if the fight is tough or GGG loses either. This is boxing. Anything can happen in the squared circle. And Ward is on another level.

[NiceOne]

The guy has fought and sparred both of them, what are you basing your opinion?

[CoachDOMMS]

Andre Ward outclassed all of his past opponents simply with boxing intelligence. People always like the power puncher, the ko artist, the brawler, the guy whom moves forward, the guy that looks WOW and when that guy gets outclassed through boxing intelligence...us the people, the fans, the viewers, the fighters whom don't have the intellect, we are left wondering WTF just happened. The difference between Andre Ward vs GGG and anyone else vs GGG is that Andre Ward KNOWS HOW to beat GGG.

[deanthiessen]

The beating was first class..I don't give Curtis any credit at all...he got bullyied and bossed.The people that say Curtis had his momentsmust feel sorry for him or something..he got some shots in when GGG took a brake..if anything I think this confirms Curtis doesn't have a big punch at all..Curtis was totally controlled and destroyed.

[madbent]

ggg has great boxing skills ...the same skills he has shown as an amatuer. he sticks and move and rarely gets hit...Findley knows what he is talking about cause he is a hired heavy bag. He will simulate stevens to the T and GGG will be cause he has proven by the higher level of competion he has faced he has far superior skills and he hits like a heavy weight.

[josesoto]

Curtis whooped this dudes ass now ggg has this dude as a sparring partner (paying him) so of course hes going to say all this. Next please.

[Lord_Von]

Findley hasn't fought ward, only sparred! And I am basing my opinion on skill and who gennady has beaten, he is amazing but your crazy if you think he is ready for ward! GGG Hasn't beaten anyone yet honestly! I bet you thought adrien was the second coming before he fought paulie huh lol? I always wait and see how the upincomer (GGG) develops... until then I give the guy who has payed his dues the respect he's earned!

[Lord_Von]

Ok even if he did, did he win???? Ok stfu and understand styles make an UNPROVEN pressure fighter like GGG wouldn't put a dent in a craftsmen like Ward!

[ReasonAndMonsters]

Wtf are you going on about? Derrick was standing in front of Stevens the whole fight and Stevens couldn't even hurt him!
So if Derrick quit vs. Dirrell, but wasn't even fazed by Curtis, then maybe Curtis' power is overrated.
Curtis lost to Dirrell and GGG beat him in the amateurs. GGG will KO good boy Stevens.

[hkamalgam]

You seem to think GGG would beat WARD... Would u bet your money on that???

[Steve-ehdb]

Derrick Findley is nothing more then a club fighter . The only punch he can land is during the clinch, behind the head !
He's probably getting paid more to spar GGG then he what he earned in his last 5 fights ! If I was getting paid, I'd say exactly what Derrick Findley is saying ! GGG is as bit as good as Sugar Ray Robinson !

[Lord_Von]

Agree on him beating stevens...but he wouldnt be able to touch ward!!!

[eltubster]

Sorry mate but i will take Findley's opinion over yours.