A 42 year old Larry Homes beating a prime and undefeated Ray Mercer makes my list.
I would give the slight edge to Oquendo. A little more size and power and a better chin than Ocasio.
I saw it live on Tuesday Night Fights. Larry IMO got a gift decision. He was 47 and not in good condition for this fight. Harris I believe was...
The Ali from 1964 to 1967 was the best heavyweight who ever lived IMO.
I see FOTC Frazier winning a unanimous decision over Holyfield version of Foreman. I see Fraziers youthful speed being the difference in this one.
I agree with this thread though I dont see Hopkins getting knocked out by anyone. Hopkins' prime was at middleweight, not light heavyweight....
Gastineau couldnt fight a lick.
If a 42 year old Foreman could hold his own and go the distance with a prime Holyfield, then imagine what a prime Foreman would do to Holyfield.
I give the edge to Hearns in this one.
Trinidad knocks out Lloyd within 5 rounds.
Evander Holyfield could be a very up and down fighter IMO.
No way in hell is Frazier a fraud.
The Hawk overwhelms the Hitman, getting him out of there inside 5 rounds.
1980 or 1981.
Todays athletes are definitely bigger,faster, and stronger than athletes in the past. For example an offensive lineman in football today can weigh...