Kelly Pavlik vs. Jermain Taylor II

When: Saturday, 6 p.m.

Where: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas

TV: HBO PPV ($49.95)

Outlook: In a rematch of their epic first encounter, Pavlik (32-0, 29 KOs) takes on Taylor (27-1-1, 17 KOs) at a catch weight of 166 pounds. Pavlik got up from a second-round knockdown to stop Taylor in the sixth round of their first fight.

Prediction: Taylor has shown a lot of heart by demanding an immediate rematch, but Pavlik's relentless pressure and power will be too much for him once again.

Record in 2008 picks: 4-2

CARLOS ARIAS/The Register

carias@ocregister.com

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