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Breakdown: Jorge Linares vs. Anthony Crolla II fight preview and prediction

This Saturday, Showtime presents an international headliner when Jorge Linares (41-3; 27 KO) rematches Anthony Crolla (31-5-3; 13 KO). This 135 pound Lightweight fight is for the WBA and Ring Magazine titles held by Linares; Crolla is the #4 ranked contender by Ring. Showtime Boxing Linares vs. Crolla II airs this Saturday, March 25 on Showtime with a fight time of 6:00 p.m. ET. The Showtime broadcast will only include the main event from Manchester.

How do these two stack up?
Linares: 31 years old | 5’8” | 69" reach | orthodox stance
Crolla: 30 years old | 5’8" | 67" reach | orthodox stance

What have these two done recently?