RIP Pernell "Sweet Pea" Whitaker

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  1. NoNeck

    NoNeck Pugilist Specialist

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    He has to be in the discussion for best h2h at 135.
     
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  2. highlander

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    damn! what a loss. always enjoyed his fights. a defensive fighter that had some power and was willing to trade when he wanted to.
    when you have had a stadium full of chavez fans QUIET at the end of that fight, we knew who REALLY won.
    rest in peace pernell. the ten count bell now rings in your honor.
     
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  3. ForemanJab

    ForemanJab Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Damn, RIP to a legend. Prime Whitaker would've slipped that car no problem.
     
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  4. lloydturnip

    lloydturnip Well-Known Member Full Member

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    RIP
     
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  5. Rock0052

    Rock0052 Loyal Member Full Member

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    RIP, champ. Hated to see that news today
     
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  6. latineg

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    It’s not the time or place to fan boy Floyd in this thread MVC.

    Have some class.
     
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  7. White Trunks Black Trim

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    Very sad for us. I send prayers and positive vibes to his loved ones.

    This sport owes him a debt of honor, to pay respect to this master of his craft. Mr. Whittaker may have been a defensive wizard, but he was also a gladiator who didn't believe in giving up. Young fighters need to study his film extensively if they want to truly understand greatness. And keep in mind, Pea never ducked anyone. Even Larry Merchant admired his policy of anyone, anytime, anywhere.

    Valhalla, a great warrior and entertainer enters your hall. Please give him a nice Everlast robe to relax in, and the heartfelt gratitude from the fans all over this planet.

    Rest in Peace.
     
    White Trunks Black Trim, Jul 15, 2019
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  8. BrainyBoxer

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    One of the best ever. RIP.
     
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  9. Holler

    Holler Doesn't appear to be a paid matchroom PR shill Full Member

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    Very sad news. He was top drawer.
     
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  10. venbox

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    Whitaker is in the run for the best southpaw fighter ever. A really big loss for the boxing community.
     
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  11. Forza

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    RIP king :(
     
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  12. WhataRock

    WhataRock Loyal Member Full Member

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    This is so shocking. Good night sweet pea.
     
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  13. FastJab

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    One of the best boxer's ever. Even more unhittable than Mayweather. Robbed against Jose Luis Ramirez, De La Hoya, and especially Chavez. The only fight I felt he lost was against Trinidad, and he was out of his prime then. Rest in Power Legend!
     
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  14. Stefz

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    RIP to one of, if not, the greatest defensive fighter in history. Boy could he crack to.
    Truly a pleasure to watch and attempt to learn off.
    Condolences to his family and friends.
     
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  15. David B

    David B Nazi Russia lies. This is the only truth. Full Member

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    The master of defence is no more .

    RIP Champ
     
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