The Contender 10/2/07 - Sakio Bika vs. Donny McCrary

What a war!!!!

The fight between Sakio Bika and Donna McCrary last night (10/2/07) was one of the best matches I've seen in a long time! I have to admit that I did NOT want them to fight each other, because they were my two favorites of all the Contenders, and the match meant that one of them would have to leave. They were, however, wonderfully paired by strength, skill and heart. The outcome was bittersweet.

Both of these boxers stood out from week one, with the individual assessments and initial eliminations. Sakio is a powerhouse puncher, and he stood out with Sugar Ray and the trainers from day one. They seen, as all America did, they he was a force to be reckoned with. McCrary, on the other hand, initially was so laid back that he blended in with the others, and I think he completely surprised Sugar Ray and the trainers when they first saw him spar. He had speed, agility, and super-solid punches. Those two fighters were meant for each other. I wish one of them didn't have to go, but the punch-for-punch battle that occurred was all to fitting to overlook.

What an excellent fight!

Oh...Sakio won. *smile*