Rooney in tyson s corner for Tokyo?

It wouldn't have made a difference unless Tyson was focused and well trained. His eye might not have swelled as much, though, as I doubt Rooney would let them use a condom and cold water for the swelling. I think an enswell would have been in the corner. lol.

 

If all the above happens, than yes, Tyson wins.

 

The stars just aligned that night. One fighters technical & emotional unravelling coincided with the others managing to put everything together for one great performance. Like most things in life everythings about whats between the ears. Tyson's life was unravelling, Douglas, in training camp was not confident, apparently kept muttering that he just hoped not to get KO'd early, then he loses his Mom & that seemed to change his outlook.

 

I'm so tempted to start the Butterbean vs. Tokyo Douglas thread ...

 

Rooney said in 2005 interview after Mike retirement, that if MIke performed like he did in first few rounds against Douglas, he would throw the towel if Mike not listening and doing what he's told .

 

That's just silly. He had his best night, and was very good, but a lot of heavyweights on their best nights would have beat him soundly.

Don't diminish a legitimately great acheivement by going crazy on it.

 

Your ability to recognize sarcasm is about the equivalent of duane Bobick's ability to take a punch.

 

Nope. I'm agreeing with you. I think BD rightly gets credit, but oftentimes too much. I understand what you've written.