Loughran vs. Wilder

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  1. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    The Phantom was able to beat Baer as well as get the better of Carnera in the early rounds before roughhousing came into play. Could Tommy have beaten Deontay?
     
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    swagdelfadeel Obsessed with Boxing

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    mcvey VIP Member Full Member

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    He would be doing well,until he got caught.
     
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  4. Jackomano

    Jackomano Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Yes. Loughran had an amazing jab and was very good at turning larger opponents, which is why he was able to beat guys like Baer, Campolo, Gross, Schaaf, and Impelleriere despite giving up a lot of size.

    Wilder’s size and big right hand wouldn’t be anything new to Loughran.
     
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    Pedro_El_Chef Active Member Full Member

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    Makes a complete fool out of him, with ease.
     
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    Maybe? Could he? Yes but would he? I don’t think so.
     
  7. Shay Sonya

    Shay Sonya The REAL Wonder Woman! Full Member

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    Yes, Tommy Loughran could have, and, most times, I think he would have defeated Deontay Wilder.
     
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