**Breaking news** Statement from Jermain Taylor

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  1. DocLouis

    DocLouis Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Disappointing, as I wanted to see how he'd fare against Ward & the like. But CERTAINLY understandable, and I think it's a good move for him.

    I wish him all the best...
     
    DocLouis, Jan 12, 2010
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  2. Mrboogie23

    Mrboogie23 what the?? Full Member

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    That sucks for jermain but I had a feeling after he got ko`d the way he did vs abraham that he would be pulling out. He needs a break. Truthfully, I`m curious as to whether he ever comes back or not. He`s taken alot of punishment.
     
    Mrboogie23, Jan 12, 2010
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  3. p.Townend

    p.Townend Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I wish him well,he seems a nice guy and has come across a good sportsman in defeat. Its probably for the best that he pulls out of the super 6 thing.
     
    p.Townend, Jan 12, 2010
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  4. Pantera2000

    Pantera2000 9 lives Full Member

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    It is on schedule for that date, but it would seem most likely they will have to reschedule. I think they will wait and see how the fight with Green and Bika goes first. HBO still wants that date too though just in case.
     
    Pantera2000, Jan 12, 2010
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  5. BrooklynMumin

    BrooklynMumin HOPKINS A " G " Full Member

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    pavlik
     
    BrooklynMumin, Jan 12, 2010
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  6. Hermit

    Hermit Loyal Member banned

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    I speculated a few days ago if he fought, it might be against medical advice. Maybe not enough to keep him from a license, but..... With the NFL studies more attention is being paid to concussions. His promoter severing ties?

    Props JT. Think of your health first. You have given boxing enough. Your too wins over Bhop will always put you with the elite. :thumbsup
     
    Hermit, Jan 12, 2010
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  7. MUNOZEMK

    MUNOZEMK Bite The Ear Then Nipple Full Member

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    I actually met Jermain Taylor at the Galleria in Houston,Tx he's very friendly I wish him the best in his boxing career
     
    MUNOZEMK, Jan 12, 2010
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  8. kirk

    kirk l l l Staff Member

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    Its a sad situation but its probably for the best. I wish him the best :good
     
    kirk, Jan 12, 2010
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  9. Paulie

    Paulie Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I don't think so...they are no old timer boxers to fight in the super six and Manfredo is not there...
     
    Paulie, Jan 12, 2010
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  10. booradley

    booradley Mean People Kick Ass! Full Member

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    Jermain fought his last ten fights against current or recent world titlists, world champions, and/or hall of fame level fighters.
     
    booradley, Jan 12, 2010
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  11. 46and0

    46and0 It's irrefutable. Full Member

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    A wise decision, but I think the decision was made for him. Only two days ago, he posted this on his Twitter page:

    # had a nice workout today trained hard! still not done; wish i coulda went to church today with the fam 11:20 AM Jan 10th from web

    http://twitter.com/Jermain_taylor
     
    46and0, Jan 12, 2010
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  12. tepaltzin

    tepaltzin Guest

    Although he insists he's only taking some time off we all know this is pretty much the end for him

    Wish him luck!
     
    tepaltzin, Jan 12, 2010
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  13. Pantera2000

    Pantera2000 9 lives Full Member

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    He wants to fight. People who know the truth about his health stepped away and said you were on your own. Even people close to him wouldnt support him getting in the ring. I believe Showtime put the pressure on him as well and he finally realized it was the right thing to do.
     
    Pantera2000, Jan 12, 2010
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  14. Paulie

    Paulie Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I think Taylor vs Bute will be on HBO on april 17...
     
    Paulie, Jan 12, 2010
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  15. kettu

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    Replacement should be Bute or Stieglitz
     
    kettu, Jan 12, 2010
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