BJ's Longevity

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  1. Flexb

    Flexb Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Maybe, and he does have that "babyface," but he still looks older. I guess if you put a full head of hair then he'll probably look his age
     
  2. sugarngold

    sugarngold RIDDUM Full Member

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    True - but it is worth noting that BJ began his world/weight class tour after beating the consensus second best lightweight in the world - Gomi.
     
  3. chimba

    chimba Off the Somali Coast Full Member

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    CAnt argue with BJ. He's the only fighter from the dark ages that is still great today.

    To me, p4p he is the greatest in the sport. Skillwise Id still have to go with Anderson by a hair.
     
  4. Beebs

    Beebs Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Hendo is even more old school. Not a champion in his division, but another great for a long time.
     
  5. dublynflya

    dublynflya Stand your ground Son!! Full Member

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    A fair point beebs, though the question has to be asked, who at 155 could have beat him during that time? When he was busy getting fat and fighting the likes of Machida?
     
  6. dublynflya

    dublynflya Stand your ground Son!! Full Member

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    :good Good point pal. Hendo has been around even longer than BJ and is still a serious test for anyone at 185-205. Both are most certainly true greats.