Marciano vs Holyfield at Cruiserweight (190lb)

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  1. Wass1985

    Wass1985 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    This would have been a barnstormer no doubt, would Marciano be able to do what Qawi couldn't and wear Holyfield down? I reckon Marciano would stop Evander late on.
     
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  2. latineg

    latineg user of dude wipes Full Member

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    Holy was so tough, and so well rounded, the way he took Tysons shots, Bowes shots, yes I know he was a lot heavier at that time and that must have helped but the way Holy took everybody's shots was so impressive.

    Rocky would have his hands full, the pace that Holy fought at 190 was impressive.
     
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  3. BillB

    BillB Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Marciano
     
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  4. LXEX55

    LXEX55 Active Member Full Member

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    Marciano late round kayo.
     
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  5. RockyJim

    RockyJim Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Would be a great fight...the Rock would outlast Holyfield...late round TKO
     
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  6. Reason123

    Reason123 Not here for the science fiction. Full Member

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    Marciano by KO late.
     
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  7. Rumsfeld

    Rumsfeld Moderator Staff Member

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    In the last week, it just so happens I've seen 2 Marciano fights (Walcott I and Archie), and I've seen 5 Holyfield fights (Qawi I, the Bowe trilogy, and Tyson I).

    Despite all that, I'm still undecided, however. I would merely add Holyfield's 3 or 4 inch height advantage would probably serve him well in this match-up, even in a losing effort.
     
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  8. latineg

    latineg user of dude wipes Full Member

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    it is a hell of a match up :bbb
     
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  9. BCS8

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    I also think Marciano late.

    Holyfield's problem is that he could never avoid a tear-up. And having a brawl with Marciano would be fun ... while it lasted. Marciano had more stamina, hit harder and arguably a better chin, especially given that Holy had good, but not shattering power.

    I think that if Czyz could do relatively well for five rounds, Marciano would inevitably pull it off.

    Unless Evander decided to box more technically. Then I'd say that given his well-rounded skillset, he has a chance of outpointing the Rock.
     
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  10. Pugilist_Spec

    Pugilist_Spec Hands Of Stone Full Member

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    Holyfield.
     
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  11. THE BLADE 2

    THE BLADE 2 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Marciano wins by late TKO or decision in a great fight. Holy taking the early rounds and then Marciano coming on later.

    Holy was still a bit green at cruiserweight.
     
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  12. LittleRed

    LittleRed Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I think that height is the great unknown. What I mean is: how the **** tall are these guys.
     
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  13. Threetime no1

    Threetime no1 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    That's a great match up.

    Really could go either way. I think I'd fancy Holy on points tbh in a close one. Very well schooled and excellent stamina at cruiser.

    Yeah Holyfields extra skills would get him through for me. But I say that without much confidence. Rocky could easily out last or outgun him late.
     
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  14. mcvey

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    As I think prime Walcott and Charles would give Marciano life and death,[ the older versions nearly did,] and I believe Holyfield beats both ,I must pick him to decision Marciano in a barn burner of a s****.
     
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  15. Vanboxingfan

    Vanboxingfan Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    This would mirror my answer, so I just copy yours. :good
     
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