Boxers that got better as they aged.

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by VG_Addict, May 29, 2013.



  1. Theron

    Theron Boxing Addict banned

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    Jersey Joe Walcott definatley
     
  2. atberry

    atberry Boxing Junkie banned Full Member

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    Lennox is a wonderful choice.

    Nigel Benn was a totally different fighter in his 30s than he was in his mid-20s. Against Eubank (II), Wharton, Giminez, McClellan and Collins he showed top-drawer skill - bobbing and weaving as well as a prime Joe Frazier, placing punches, body punching, counter punching, shortened up his power shots, was jabbing beautifully (Wharton fight) and being more patient, ducking, slipping.... he looked excellent against Collins with his bobbing, weaving and counter power shots.
     
  3. scartissue

    scartissue Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Joe 'Old Bones' Brown
     
  4. atberry

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    What about the Brit Steve Robinson, from journeyman to good championship reign.
     
  5. Rex Tickard

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  6. Webbiano

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    How could we all forget the entertainer Johnny Nelson :-(
     
  7. treeve

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    Definitely
    as him winning the world heavyweight title at 34 in 1897 would be the equivalent of winning the title at 44 now let alone winning the light heavyweight title at 42 which would be like winning it now at age 52
    the man was a machine:bbb:bbb:bbb:bbb
     
  8. he grant

    he grant Historian/Film Maker Full Member

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    Everyone that Marciano fought, of course ... (just couldn't resist ) :D
     
  9. JLP 6

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    Marco Antonio Barerra.

    He because something like Salvador Sanchez after being similar a swarmer puncher. He worked of the jab, counter-punching and defense. Until he met with Pacquaio, thought that Barerra was the best boxer and puncher in boxing.
     
  10. heavy_hands

    heavy_hands Guest

    lol