Floyd or Duran - Most skilled?

It's alright.

 

I never said Duran wasnt stonger or never hit harder than Mayweather. That is obvious for everyone to see. I merely mentioned athleticism and speed as the things which he was inferior in. With that Mayweather has had more to work with because he also was a good puncher in the lower weights. Over the years watching boxing I’ve always felt that being gifted with speed and athleticism can aid you greatly in the ring because it has a direct positive influence on both attack AND defence. You can create better opportunities with your punching because your hands are quicker and more dynamic with athleticism (which can contribute greatly to power also). And you can better evade attacks because your reflexes and footwork are sharper too. You’re just an all-round better athlete. Whereas if you’re just tough and hit hard you’re mainly benefitting from the attacking aspect of the game only. You’re still liable to being taken advantage of by the more athletic fleet footed opponents.

But thats not to say Duran was not athletic because you’re right he was gifted also. But Mayweather more so. As for Mayweather not relying on his physical gifts, thats true only to an extent. He still uses his impressive speed and reflexes which are still better than anyone elses in the division. Which brings us onto the fact that he’s also fighting in a far inferior era. The welterweight division is poor now. Even a 50% version of a prime Mayweather handles the likes of Guerrero, Alexander, Garcia and so on with ease.

 

When in doubt, I pick the black guy. Floyd wins.

 

^ This !!!

 

Infamous thread.

 

Floyd wins.

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Floyd is more talented, floyd is a special fighter.

Duran has more raw attributes that being said.....

 

I'm going with the fighter that's proven it over true atg fighters in there prime, that is all.

 

Duran - he's beat ATG throughout his career, he has adapted to all kinds of opponents with all kinds of styles - bigger guys, faster guys, aggressive, defensive. Floyd doesn't compare....crazy !

 

Floyd - and it took half a sec to answer this question.

 

Probably because you have never seen a Duran fight....

 

This is not even THAT close... Duran has the clear edge.

 

You pick Floyd for practically everything though don't you?

How is Floyd more skilled?