Excellent post, and not just because we agree! Context, and not just with respect to boxing, is vital I would think. It puts things in proper...
Would you agree Ali's age, health and general condition were factors in those fights? If so how does acknowledging that mean giving him a pass?
I am obviously missing the point but what does 'a pass' actually mean? When discussing fighters and fights it's not unreasonable to put things in...
Excellent post and I like the falling in love analogy!
Fandoms, boxing or otherwise, rarely attract reasonable comment. When coupled with stupidity it's not a good combination. As to your point about...
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Really good thoughts - thanks. Given the level he was already at I am not sure how much scope for improvement there could realistically have...
The authorities robbed him of three years that would have been during his peak.
Is he allowed to use a tank?
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Over here amongst others these come to mind Benn-McClellan Mark Kayler vs Errol Christie the truly disgraceful crowd reaction to Alan Minter vs...
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Since your question asks 'as successful' then no it's highly unlikely that he beats a peak Norton in the same manner.
Holyfield wins this. I think by stoppage, probably in the mid to later rounds.
There's quite a few manuals dating back to the early days of the sport. Obviously the earliest ones reflect a different sport and are written in...