This one is personal. Jesse “Hollywood” Hart (26-2, 21 KOs) will take on Joe Smith Jr. (24-3, 20 KOs) on ESPN January 11 from Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena in Atlantic City. Hart hopes to avenge Philly comrade Bernard Hopkins, who was KO’d by Smith in December 2016.
Jesse Hart: “This is personal. Bernard inspired me to be what I became. I wouldn’t be right if didn’t avenge that defeat. I can’t move forward unless I beat him. This is a Philly thing. It’s more personal than business for me. I want a world title shot at light heavyweight, but I have to get through this guy first.”
Joe Smith: “Jesse Hart might want to make this personal, but I didn’t even know who he was before this fight was brought up. I am ready for this. It is going to be a great night.”
Big mouth wants to get even for Hopkins? Seriously?? Hopkins is nothing but a classless cheapskate and this loudmouth wants to get revenge? The last time this big mouth talked all kinds of shit he lost twice to the same guy and now he’s starting his shit again against the quiet Smith, I hope Joe kicks his ass the same way he did that other loudmouth racist clown Hopkins.
I agree 100 % Joseph
I don’t know man, these 2 can throw heavy shots. I think Joe Smith is heavier handed but it should be good. Jesse may just wanna beat him on points.
Your right Arturo it’s a fight I’m definitely gonna watch and I know can go either way but I’m pulling for Joe I just pull for humble boxers that’s all
This is a fan friendly matchup. Hart looked very vulnerable in his last fight but can bring the heat too. Should be a good fight to watch!
I just hope Hart has a heart attack, due to his shit talking.