Usyk (Rico) vs. Holmes (Mercer/Holyfield)

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  1. Barrf

    Barrf Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Here’s a fun one. 39 year old Usyk vs 42/43 year old Holmes who was on a senior career peak. Similar size and weight. Two pure boxer types with solid chins, it goes the distance. So, who wins?
     
  2. Philosopher

    Philosopher Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I have to say Holmes beats THAT Usyk. Usyk's timing was off, he looked slow, sluggish, ill conditioned. His extra weight would not matter against Larry because he still doesn't hit hard enough to KO Holmes. Probably a dull fight fought at a 'thoughtful' pace with the sharper old Holmes nicking more rounds. A fit, focused Usyk would be a different matter, but remember, Holyfield couldn't look good against Old King Holmes...
     
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  3. MarkusFlorez99

    MarkusFlorez99 Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Usyk always beats Holmes he's a southpaw
     
  4. George Crowcroft

    George Crowcroft He Who Saw The Deep Full Member

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    Does every southpaw beat Holmes?
     
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  5. robert ungurean

    robert ungurean Богдан Philadelphia Full Member

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