Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) - Page 2

HomicideHenry · 07-30-2009, 01:03 AM

I always thought Holmes jab was more effective than Ali's, but Ali was far more elusive and faster. Larry was a boxer/puncher, while Ali was a stylist. I like Holmes to win this. Holmes of the early 80's was far more superior than anything Ali faced in the 1960's.

Stevie G · 07-30-2009, 07:09 AM

Ali,by a clear points verdict. Probably about 9 rounds to 6.

Bill Butcher · 07-30-2009, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by HomicideHenry

I always thought Holmes jab was more effective than Ali's, but Ali was far more elusive and faster. Larry was a boxer/puncher, while Ali was a stylist. I like Holmes to win this. Holmes of the early 80's was far more superior than anything Ali faced in the 1960's.

Prime Ali was superior to anyone Holmes faced in his career as well tho, Ali at least had Frazier & Foreman in the 70s.

Ps. What about Sonny Liston in the 60s ?

Flea Man · 07-30-2009, 07:34 AM

I think Holmes by decision. I feel that his jab would disrupt Ali's rhythm. I guses the comeback to that would be;well Liston couldn't disrupt his rhythm. That's more than a fair point, and I have no troubles with anyone picking Ali.

I also think Larry Holmes was the marginally bigger puncher, but only because he seemed to hav 'heavier hands'. If there are any comebacks to this post I have no doubt they will be more than fair, it's as close a fight as you can get IMO.

JohnThomas1 · 07-30-2009, 08:56 AM

Ali about 9-6.

Mr Butt · 07-30-2009, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by fleaman

I think Holmes by decision. I feel that his jab would disrupt Ali's rhythm. I guses the comeback to that would be;well Liston couldn't disrupt his rhythm. That's more than a fair point, and I have no troubles with anyone picking Ali.

I also think Larry Holmes was the marginally bigger puncher, but only because he seemed to hav 'heavier hands'. If there are any comebacks to this post I have no doubt they will be more than fair, it's as close a fight as you can get IMO.

ThinBlack · 10-17-2012, 06:38 PM

Ali would take 9 or 10 rounds out of 15 against Holmes to win a competitive, but unanimous decision.

Boxed Ears · 10-17-2012, 07:10 PM

I'm just proud of the fact nobody was goofy enough to take the kayo options. Good lads.

HOUDINI · 10-17-2012, 07:17 PM

Ali was too quick for Holmes. In reality Holmes was a poor mans Ali. Ali did everything better.

Bill Butcher · 10-17-2012, 07:49 PM

Muhammad Ali on points in a good competitive but not debatable fight.

Holmes is top 5 & a brilliant boxer but this version of Ali is the greatest thing the HW division has ever seen, Ali by UD 10-5 or 9-6.

DrBanzai · 10-17-2012, 07:56 PM

Prime Ali beats prime Holmes in a lopsided decision possibly a late ko.

Ali wins: 12 rounds to 3

Bill Butcher · 10-17-2012, 08:04 PM

Just realised this was an old thread & I`d posted in it before

Longhhorn71 · 10-17-2012, 08:21 PM

If Norton's jab neutralized Ali's jab, then Holmes' jab would also.

Holmes by close decision...8-7 in rounds.

Garrus · 10-17-2012, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Boxed Ears

I'm just proud of the fact nobody was goofy enough to take the kayo options. Good lads.

huh

Boxed Ears · 10-17-2012, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Garrus

huh

Garrus, I want you to go out back, and I want you to pick your own switch.

...This will hurt me more than it will hurt you. But not by much.

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07-30-2009, 01:03 AM	#16
HomicideHenry Bareknuckle Brawler ESB Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: The Buckeye State Posts: 3,854 vCash: 1061	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) I always thought Holmes jab was more effective than Ali's, but Ali was far more elusive and faster. Larry was a boxer/puncher, while Ali was a stylist. I like Holmes to win this. Holmes of the early 80's was far more superior than anything Ali faced in the 1960's.
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07-30-2009, 07:09 AM	#17
Stevie G Undisputed Champion East Side VIP Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London,England Posts: 10,633 vCash: 1000	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) Ali,by a clear points verdict. Probably about 9 rounds to 6.
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Flea Man มวยสากล East Side VIP Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: @ferociousflea Posts: 44,064 vCash: 75	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) I think Holmes by decision. I feel that his jab would disrupt Ali's rhythm. I guses the comeback to that would be;well Liston couldn't disrupt his rhythm. That's more than a fair point, and I have no troubles with anyone picking Ali. I also think Larry Holmes was the marginally bigger puncher, but only because he seemed to hav 'heavier hands'. If there are any comebacks to this post I have no doubt they will be more than fair, it's as close a fight as you can get IMO.
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JohnThomas1 Undisputed Champion East Side VIP Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 12,184 vCash: 1000	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) Ali about 9-6.
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Bill Butcher Erik`El Terrible`Morales East Side VIP Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Phoenix Marie`s ass, Fritzl Residence, Glasgow, Scotland. Posts: 15,580 vCash: 1000	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) Muhammad Ali on points in a good competitive but not debatable fight. Holmes is top 5 & a brilliant boxer but this version of Ali is the greatest thing the HW division has ever seen, Ali by UD 10-5 or 9-6.
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DrBanzai Contender ESB Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 906 vCash: 350	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) Prime Ali beats prime Holmes in a lopsided decision possibly a late ko. Ali wins: 12 rounds to 3
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Bill Butcher Erik`El Terrible`Morales East Side VIP Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Phoenix Marie`s ass, Fritzl Residence, Glasgow, Scotland. Posts: 15,580 vCash: 1000	Re: Holmes (early 80s) vs. Ali (late 60s) Just realised this was an old thread & I`d posted in it before
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