GGG vs Canelo 2 a classic?

Not a classic but a good fight

 

No he just got the verdict!

 

I didn't realise there was so much footage of the fights you mention

 

Well today is your lucky day, Mr McVey.

Come down to my local smokey, Bronx tavern tomorrow afternoon. Myself and other members of the forum will often meet there to chat boxing over a game of cards. @klompton2 was kind enough to recently bring down his rare archive that included footage of the aforementioned fights, and newspaper clippings giving their verdict.

Just a couple of tips.... Always address the barmaid as 'darling'. It's an unwritten rule between us. Try and bring a cigar so you don't stand out, or at worst, a pipe. We often trade books as well. I'll be bringing my hand signed Philadelphia Jack O'Brien biography down tomorrow if you fancy a read of that. When sharing a boxing story from years gone by, the proper etiquette is to lean forward over the table, keeping your left palm on your knee with the elbow pointed out at 90 degrees as you constantly glance left to right making eye contact with everyone. Once the story is shared, sit back and take a puff of your cigar.

Attire is a shirt & tie with dress trousers or dungarees. If wearing the former, make sure the trousers are pulled up to just below your nipple area.

Look forward to meeting you Mr McVey and reminiscing about Battling Jim Johnson, James J Corbett and the tremendous Sam Langford.

 

yes I would.. The only thing lacking is someone really hurt and someone knocked down and hanging in there and knocking the other one out.

 

Golovkin's defense is likely being overlooked because Canelo landed roughly 40 percent of his power punches in each fight but landed more punches in the rematch.

 

I'm 22 miles from London having got back from Bangkok last night,bit far to travel for a night out.
If you want to talk boxing for real, go to Jimmy's Corner Bar in upper 44th St 3 minutes from Times Sq.The proprietor Jimmy Glenn is a former fighter and trainer and the place is adorned with boxing photos and memorabilia.Brooklyn Lager was $5 last year when I was there.That's Jimmy in my avatar,he's in his 80's now,, but has great recall and knowledge.Went to the Barclays Center Brooklyn, for the Frampton vSanta Cruz fight , nice arena.
I don't smoke.

 

Both bouts between GGG and Canelo were fine bouts and well-worth the money, but they fell short of being classics.

- Chuck Johnston

 

You're right about the heavyweights. Things are heating up for the first time in a long time. Let's hope the more anticipated big fights pan out.