Fighters you think could become GREAT if they switched trainers

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  1. Martini643

    Martini643 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    For example, I think that if Paulie Malignaggi (with no hand problems) was paired up with someone like Floyd Mayweather Sr., I think he could definately be a top class fighter.

    Paul Williams- Emmanuel Steward I think would be a good combination, similar to Hearns and Steward
     
  2. Kush

    Kush Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Daniel Ponce De Leon - Nacho
    He has the power but fights like a cave man
     
  3. Dr Gonzo

    Dr Gonzo Yo! Molesta La Breastas! Full Member

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    Katsidis could be a much better fighter if he switched to say Jeff Mayweather or even Nacho
     
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    hellblazer All-Time Greatâ„¢ Full Member

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    :rofl:rofl:rofl
     
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    Victor Ortiz - Roach or Nacho

    Miguel Cotto - Freddie Roach, Dan Birmingham, Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, Ronnie Shields, hell anyone other than his uncle.
     
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    PH|LLA VIP Member Full Member

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    Andre Berto could do well for himself. Don't know about GREAT
     
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    psychopath D' "X" Factor Full Member

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    Let Roach train Paul Williams and I can see Williams dominating anybody at 154 and 160.
     
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    Hamed and Roach. Hamed was very cocky. If the pair up they would be cockRoach...unstoppable.
     
  9. Martini643

    Martini643 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I actually think Roach would be successful with any fighter, he has the ability to adjust or come up with new fighting styles for fighters whereas most trainers usually like to mold a fighter into 1 particular style
     
  10. MasterFlo

    MasterFlo Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Zab Judah for suuuuuuure, and Katsidis. Both of their trainers seem to be dillusional.
     
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    Hatesrats "I'm NOT Suprised..." Full Member

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    I don't know about great, But someone should scoop up JCC Jr. & help dude out.
     
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    The13thRound Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Froch with Pepe
     
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    pudding Active Member Full Member

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    Fighters generally switch trainers to get a man who is more willing to kiss ass. The trouble is if you kiss their asses they will **** all over your face and then blame you for the next loss.
     
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    nacho whit jc chavez jr