When you come from Mike Tyson‘s neighborhood, you invariably look at the man who dazzled everyone with his power. Since then, Brownsville has birthed many champions like Riddick Bowe, Zab Judah and Shannon Briggs. And Bruce Carrington is eager to insert his name on the same list. The American boxer has been fortunate enough to even receive a lesson from ‘Iron Mike’ when he was 12. Years later, he is one of the hottest prospects in the featherweight division, with credentials to be a world title holder next. But will he solidify those on the night when he shares the card with his idol? Or will the American fighter crumble down under pressure and the fans will witness an upset?

The fans will see it unfold as Carrington fights it out with Dana Coolwell on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson undercard on November 15 at AT&T Stadium. While a lot is riding on Carrington to exhibit his boxing prowess, it’s the first big stage for his opponent, who makes his debut on American soil. So, who will emerge victorious in a battle where the reward could be a title fight next? Before that happens, let’s have a look at how the two boxers stack up against each other.

Bruce Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell: Tale of Tape

Carrington, 27, is your typical skilled fighter, who has a quick pair of legs and a mastery over defensive art. This has ensured him a win every time he has stepped inside the squared circle, and he currently boasts of an unblemished record of 13-0 with 8 KOs. That’s not it. You can feel the power bursting out of his punches, as his knockout of Jason Sanchez in 2023 produced a thundering sound. You can also look at his KO ratio of 61.54% and imagine how much power he packs behind those punches of his.

In addition, the Brooklyn native utilizes his dimensions to the full and tries to control distance as he waits on his backfoot. His height of 5’8″ (173 cm) and reach of 72″ (183 cm) allow him to do it all. But how will he fare against a fighter who has identical dimensions to his and has a contrasting fighting style?

Coolwell, 25, is the younger of the two, yet has more fights under his belt. If you see him fight, he is your coming-forward and high-pressure fighter. The Australian fighter is always willing to trade punches and stand and exchange. But the same had left him vulnerable in the past. He has since pulled those holes and now is on a 6-fight win streak, taking his record to 13-2 with 8 KOs. The Nambour native tends to come inside and unleash some heavy-handed combinations.

Interestingly, Coolwell shares an identical height with Carrington, whereas his reach is not listed on any prominent website. The similarities don’t end there, as you can look at his KO ratio of 61.54%, which is suggestive of his perfect blend of offense and defense. But the question is whether his fan-friendly style will give him an edge in his first high-stakes global fight.

Prediction: Who wins it?

What separates Carrington from the rest? In his own words, he throws every punch to cause pain. He told the NY Post, “To be able to take a man’s will is a thrill that I get. It gives me a lot of adrenaline. That is something that I really feed into.” You can pay attention to his quick movement, efficient jabs, and effective counterpunches, which he uses to dictate pace and distance and frustrate his opponents. Besides, ‘Shu Shu’ is skilled at creating angles and slipping in between, which allows him to unleash his powerful blows.

Meanwhile, Coolwell uses his head movement and footwork to see opportunities to land his punches. When you are in close quarters with him, you can expect him to land combinations, focusing especially on uppercuts and hooks. This all makes him a delight to watch as a fan. But given his experience, resume, and recent competition, you can expect him to struggle a bit. In the end, Carrington’s speed, timing, and defensive excellence will triumph over the brute force and pressure employed by Coolwell.

What do you make of this coming fight between Bruce ‘Shu Shu’ Carrington and Dana Coolwell? Who do you think will leave the arena as a victor? Let us know in the comments below.