Ali/Marciano who wins the real fight.

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  1. punchy

    punchy Well-Known Member Full Member

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    In the computer fight Marciano wins but how do you think it would transpire. I think Marciano gives Ali a whole heap of trouble but Ali is so great he wins a close decision.
     
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  2. ripcity

    ripcity Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Ali 15 round decision 10-5.
     
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  3. Dempsey1238

    Dempsey1238 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Give Marciano more credit than that. He never was outbox that badly. Not even Walcott did it the first time.
     
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  4. laxpdx

    laxpdx Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Marciano would be the ultimate challenge for Ali IMO. For one thing, Ali wouldn't be able to get inside Rocky's head. Given the brutality and relentlessness of the bomber's assault, Mr. Clay would would have his hands more than full, and Rocky just might have the tenacity to wear him down.

    On the other hand, Ali had the talent and versatility to overcome this kind of fighter.
    He could always find ways to win. Provided Ali is in his "Greatest" form, he should have what it takes to get past Marciano.
     
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  5. Hank

    Hank Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Marciano, probably a ko.
     
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  6. ripcity

    ripcity Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I give Marciano a lot of credit. However Ali (6′ 3″ 210-215 lbs) was much biger than anyone who Marciano(5′ 10″ 185-190 lbs.) fought. Ali also would have a sizible reach advantage 80“ to 67“. While Marciano had one punch power he was at his best when he could ware his opoent down. I don't think Ali would not stay in front of him long enough for that to happen.
     
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  7. Ramon Rojo

    Ramon Rojo Active Member Full Member

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    Ali by wide UD or TKO
     
    Ramon Rojo, Jan 24, 2009
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  8. Rise Above

    Rise Above IBHOF elector Full Member

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    I think Marciano would have his moments but Ali would take the decision.
     
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  9. True Writer

    True Writer Active Member Full Member

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    Marciano late KO
     
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  10. punchy

    punchy Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Marciano was relentless and had that one punch KO power, this is different to Frazier, would Ali get up if he got caught, as with any fight between ATGs it is hard to pick.
     
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  11. groove

    groove Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Peak Ali could move faster than anyone Marciano fought. He would be hitting air like Liston. Frazier fought Ali at the right time. It woulda been a lot harder for him when Ali was in peak condition as he was from 1965-67.
     
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  12. RockyJim

    RockyJim Boxing Addict Full Member

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    This fight would be HELL for Ali.....you don't beat a fighting machine like Marciano with a left jab over 15 rounds....no waving to the crowd..no shuffle....Ali has to fight 3 minutes of every round against The Rock...he never did that during his career...too many guns for Ali....Rocky takes this one...this has always been my all time Dream Fight!!!
     
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  13. Maxmomer

    Maxmomer Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Ali, TKO on cuts, 11th rnd. He wins most rounds till the stoppage. He takes heavy damage to the body, but is never in serious trouble.
     
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  14. Bill Butcher

    Bill Butcher Erik`El Terrible`Morales Full Member

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    Ali aint Walcott & 10-5 aint that bad... especially vs a prime Ali, most dont hear the final bell.

    :good
     
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  15. PowerPuncher

    PowerPuncher Loyal Member Full Member

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    Have you ever seen Ali fight?
     
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