Matthysse ready for Postol test in light-welterweight title clash

“I don’t know what kind of fight it will be yet or what strategy I’ll use, because it all depends on what my opponent does,” continued the Argentine, regarding his unorthodox schemes. “If he comes out boxing, I will box. If he wants to brawl, I will brawl. I’m prepared to do both.

“I have had a lot of tough fights, and I’m happy to have had them because they were against some of the best fighters in the division. That’s what I want to do. I want to fight the best fighters so I can prove I’m the best. I’ve learned from each fight, and in each one I’ve taken away something new that has helped me become a better fighter.

“My prediction is what it always is – to win. But also I want to give fans a great fight, one that they can enjoy.”

Matthysse has been involved in some of the most entertaining fights in recent years, but standing at 5ft 6in, one of ‘La Maquina’s’ main tasks in the early hours of Sunday morning will be dealing with the major height difference. Postol possesses a threatening long reach and a 5ft 11in frame, with his swift jabs and right hands a danger to his counterpart, making him 6/4 to extend his unbeaten record (27-0).

“Ive seen all his [Postol’s] fights that are on the internet. He is very tall for the weight class,” added Matthysse. “From what I can see he is a normal fighter.

“He’s going to try and keep me at distance because he’s tall and rangy, but he’s going to feel the power of my punches.”

Undefeated Postol is still mostly an unknown commodity in America, having spent the majority of his career competing in Ukraine, but his reputation could rocket with another astute performance in California, though Matthysse is already looking ahead to future contests at 147 pounds, a possible oversight which could cost him a fourth career defeat.

“Postol is number one. I want to win the title and make a few defences, and then move up to 147 because that’s where everyone is at right now,” added Matthysse. “I would love to have a big fight. Manny Pacquiao has mentioned me many times as a possibility. I hope that happens. I would be great for me to face such a great fighter.”

Watch Matthysse training vigorously for his upcoming bout against Postol on American soil, showcasing his vicious power during pad-work.