George Groves and Badou Jack are two of the Super Middleweight division’s best talents, and much to the delight of fight fans, they will be trading leather this weekend. But who are you picking?
Before you answer that, take a moment to check out our Groves vs Jack Extended Tale of the Tape. Prepare to be taken well beyond the usual facts and stats…
Note: Advantageous stats are indicated in red (some may be subjective), and championship stats refer to ‘fully fledged world titles’ only.
Groves vs Jack
Physical/Vital
Birthplace
London, UK … Stockholm, Sweden
Age
27 … 31
Height
5′ 11.5″ … 6′ 1″
Reach
72″ … 73″
Stance
Orthodox … Orthodox
Record (Pro)
Debut
2008 … 2009
Bouts
23 … 21
Wins
21 … 19
Knockout Ratio
70% (16) … 57% (12)
1st Round Knockouts
2 … 4
2nd Round Knockouts
2 … 1
3rd Round Knockouts
3 … 3
4th – 6th Round Knockouts
7 … 4
Defeats
Groves: 2 (Carl Froch, TKO 8, TKO 9)
Jack: 1 (Derek Edwards, TKO 1)
Defeats by Knockout
2 … 1
Knockdowns Suffered
2 … 2
Draws
0 … 1
No Contests
0 … 0
Rounds Boxed
131 … 106
12-Rounders Completed
3 … 1
Current Winning Streak
2 … 3
Undefeated Fighters Defeated
3 … 2
Latest Win
Denis Douglin (TKO 7) … Anthony Dirrell (MD 12)
World Title Bout Experience
Wins
0 … 1
Successful Defenses
NA … NA
Defeats
2 … 0
Draws
0 … 0
No Contests
0 … 0
Longest Championship Reign
NA … 4 months
Major Titles Won
o … WBC (168 lbs)
Major Titles Currently Held
0 … WBC (168 lbs)
Notable Wins
GROVES: Denis Douglin (TKO 7), Christopher Rebrasse (UD 12), Noe Gonzalez Alcoba (TKO 5), Glen Johnson (UD 12), Francisco Sierra (TKO 6), Paul Smith (TKO 2), James DeGale (MD 12), Kenny Anderson (TKO 6)
JACK: Anthony Dirrell (MD 12), Francisco Sierra (TKO 6), Rogelio Medina (TKO 6), Marco Antonio Periban (Draw), Farah Ennis (UD 10), Alexander Brand (SD 8)
Common Opponents
(TKO 6) … Francisco Sierra … (TKO 6)
Groves vs Jack: Summary
There you have it, fight fans! There’s a heck of a lot of stats to mull over there, and the numbers have only added to the anticipation. Here’s an overview of the key stats…
Groves would appear to be the slight favorite in terms of bout experience (23 – 21), age (27 – 31) and knockout ratio (70% – 57%). He’s also completed more rounds (131 – 106) and 12-rounders (3 – 1) – not that many people are expecting this fight to go the distance.
Though Groves hasn’t captured a world title, his two losses have come against Carl Froch. It’s worth noting Groves fought his socks off both times, even knocking down Froch in their first encounter. Those two bouts have no doubt given Groves a remarkable level of experience at world level.
On the subject of experience, Groves has arguably faced the tougher opposition. James DeGale, Kenny Anderson, Paul Smith and Glen Johnson are just some of them.
As for Jack, he’s no slouch either. His style may seem to the lack the explosiveness and athleticism of Groves, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have the moves to beat him. On paper, Jack’s numbers suggest he represents an even match-up. If Jack chooses to box, his 1” reach (72” – 73”) gives him a minute – but notable – advantage, as does his height (6’ 1” – 5’ 11.5”).
Jack is also in possession of a world title; the WBC Super Middleweight variety which he captured from Anthony Dirrell in April. Dirrell is Jack’s biggest win to date, and shows he’s capable of competing at the top level.
Given both men’s records consist of less than 25 bouts, there are still many questions hanging over their heads. If our stats are anything to go by, however, we should all be in for a competitive dust-up this weekend.
Groves vs Jack will support Mayweather vs Berto on Showtime PPV, September 12th. UK fight fans can catch all the action on Boxnation.
Based on our Extended Tale of the Tape, plus your own take, who are you picking in Groves vs Jack? Get discussing!
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