Jack Sharkey vs. Jersey Joe Walcott

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  1. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    Jack Sharkey thread number 98 incoming!

    Who wins?
     
  2. InMemoryofJakeLamotta

    InMemoryofJakeLamotta I have defeated the great Seamus Full Member

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    Im going to go with Walcott via decision
     
  3. BCS8

    BCS8 VIP Member

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    Walcott for me. Sharkey looked 'ok' in the clips I have seen. He had a useful accurate jab, some head movement and looked strong. Walcott had the footwork, the timing and some serious skills. Compare the clips:

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  4. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    Comparing past prime Sharkey to Walcott doesn't seem like a fair comparison. I think the Maloney fight is a much better depiction of what Sharkey looked like at his peak.

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  5. mr. magoo

    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Toss up for me. Both men had up and down careers with great success and some rough spots
     
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  6. Reinhardt

    Reinhardt Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Well said,,,and very accurate.
     
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