Saturday, November 8, 2008

Live text - Calzaghe v Jones

Madison Square Garden, New York
Time: 0415 GMT Sunday
Coverage: Live on Setanta Sports 1 from 2300 GMT. Commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live (from 0400) and BBC Radio Wales from (0100 on Sunday AM). Live text commentary on BBC Sport website.

ALL THE ACTION AS IT HAPPENS (all times GMT)

606: DEBATE
To get involved use 606 or text us your views & comments on 81111. (Not all contributions can be used)

By Nabil Hassan

0243: A quick stat for you. Jones Jr has fought six times in New York and not lost once. Bad omen? Hope not.

0230: "We just had three fellas doing a hip-hop medley in the ring. Made a refreshing change from the usual lack of anything in particular - apart from heavy boozing - you get between fights on most cards in Britain."
BBC Sport's Ben Dirs at Madison Square Garden.

A hip-hop medley? Surely 'Da Mystery of Chessboxing' by Wu-Tang Clan had to be in there.

0237: Sorry, just been alerted to the fact that 606 is not yet open. I'm assured the man with the key is just about to turn the lock. If you get me?

0236: As his book is titled "no ordinary joe " well tonight Joe will prove it so good luck from your fans in bonny Scotland.
Ron on 81111

0230: Jones Jr arrives at the Garden to a mixed reception. I'm guessing there's probably a few more people from Wales inside the the New York venue at the moment. Apparently there's going to be around 7,000 Welshman and women at the Garden.

0227: Richard next me has gone for 'The Boxer' by Simon and Garfunkle. Not heard it myself, but it sounds awesome.

0225: "Come on Joe. Huw my best mate just got engaged to a beautiful girl called Sheena. If you win this they'll stay married forever."
Anon on 81111

Now that is big pressure.

0221: A calm looking Joe Calzaghe arrives at the Garden listening to his Ipod while throwing shadow punches. No doubt he's listening to 'Eye of the Tiger.' Best boxing song ever?

0218: "This is Joe's toughest fight so far, Roy Jones Jr is a very, very dangerous customer. Joe to win by split decision though and to retire undefeated. Oh and to silence those doubting Yanks."
Anon on 81111

Remember to include your name when you text, but I'll join you in predicting a points victory for Calzaghe.

0214: "Welshman everywhere and the place is crawling with touts. In the press-room lots of booths with old school Bakelite telephones, shades of the golden ageÂ…"
BBC Sport's Ben Dirs at Madison Square Garden

0205: Just to introduce you to the rest of the team. Ben Dirs is ringside and will be bringing you all the post fight analysis from New York while BBC Radio 5 Live's commentary team for the bout will be Mike Costello and Spencer Oliver. And finally, Richard Irvine-Brown will be assisting me and keeping an eye on 606.

0200: Good morning fight fans, or if you are in the US, good evening. This has the makings of a cracker. I will be taking you through the proceedings pre, during and post fight in New York, so if you want to get involved then text 81111 or have your say on 606.

Calzaghe has hinted that this could be his last fight. What do you reckon, will the Welshman retire undefeated? Calzaghe is 45 (32)-0 while Jones Jr is 52 (38)-4.

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