Jean Pascal vs. Ismayl Sillakh is in talks for May

Now that Hopkins-Dawson II has been scheduled, the representatives for former champ Jean Pascal (26-2-1, 16 KOs) and rising contender Ismayl Sillakh (17-0, 14 KOs) are discussing a match that would serve as a final elimination bout that would give the winner a mandatory shot at the winner of Hopkins-Dawson II. Square Ring promoter John Wirt, Sillakh's promoter, told ESPN.com that he is in talks with Pascal promoter Yvon Michel about the fight. "We're very hopeful that this fight will take place between Sillakh and Pascal, and Yvon and I are talking about potentially doing it in May, but nothing is done yet." Stylistically, both fighters are aggressive and it would seem to shape up as a fan-friendly fight. "I think it's a great fight. I think a lot of people think it's a fantastic fight and will showcase both fighters' skills," Wirt said. "Obviously, I think Sillakh has the skills to win. People have been avoiding him for a long time now and we're very appreciative that the WBC ordered this fight. This is the role sanctioning organizations are meant to play, giving opportunities to deserving fighters that otherwise wouldn't get one without the situation being forced." Showtime has interest in Pascal-Sillakh, although it may not fit in the network's budget or schedule. Pascal hasn't fought since losing the title to Hopkins in May.

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

I haven't seen Sillakh is he good ? everyone on the forums talk about him.

gomez1012 wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

I haven't seen Sillakh is he good ? everyone on the forums talk about him.

yea seems like a tough boxer puncher, the black russian could take this

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

gomez1012 wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

I haven't seen Sillakh is he good ? everyone on the forums talk about him.

yea seems like a tough boxer puncher, the black russian could take this

Is that his moniker ?

Rum Capital wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

gomez1012 wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

I haven't seen Sillakh is he good ? everyone on the forums talk about him.

yea seems like a tough boxer puncher, the black russian could take this

Is that his moniker ?

yes it is

hardcorebee24 wrote:

Rum Capital wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

gomez1012 wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

I haven't seen Sillakh is he good ? everyone on the forums talk about him.

yea seems like a tough boxer puncher, the black russian could take this

Is that his moniker ?

yes it is

That is the worst highlight reel Ive ever fucking seen.

hardcorebee24 wrote:

Rum Capital wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

gomez1012 wrote:

Hagler's Bald Head wrote:

Diego408 wrote:I really like this match up.

I haven't seen Sillakh is he good ? everyone on the forums talk about him.

yea seems like a tough boxer puncher, the black russian could take this

Is that his moniker ?

yes it is

That is the worst highlight reel Ive ever fucking seen.