Power Play- Paddy Donovan Confident He’ll Hurt Liam Paro

Paddy Donovan believes he has more power than Paro.

‘The Real Deal’ says the factthat he packs a bigger punch will be the key difference when he fights Liam Paro in an IBF welterweight world title eliminator.

Donovan will travel to Australia to reignite his world title dreams by taking on a former world champion at light welterweight on January 16.

The bout will take place on the undercard of Nikita Tszyu vs Michael Zerafa in Brisbane and will end in the away southpaw’s favour suggests Donovan.

“He’s a fantastic fighter coming up from the weight below, a good southpaw and very active with his punch output, very fit also,” Donovan told The Ring.

“I didn’t watch his fight against Papot, just some highlights, but Andy and I will study them now.”

While respectful of the Brian Peter’s managed boxer’s unbeaten record and sharp boxing style, Donovan feels he holds a decisive advantage in the power department.

“The difference between us is, I’m a bigger puncher and can really trouble him if I land,” Donovan said. “I don’t think he can do the same, but we’ll see and let the best man win.

“Fights like this are what I’m in boxing for,” Donovan added. “The bigger the challenge, the better I’ll perform.”