I think John's name was pronounced Con-tay, with the emphasis on "Con". I remember announcers pronouncing it that way when I watched his fights in...
A lot of interesting opinions here. If this fight ever happened with both men at their peak, I think there's a chance it wouldn't even be that...
This may not be as cut and dried as people think. They were similar in size, both short and muscular. Tyson was quicker and a harder puncher....
This is a great story. As Jimmy was one of my favorite fighters, It was neat reading about the man himself and not just his bouts. He fought all...
"Ali was part of the commentary. I get the impression that Ali did not think Bobbick was that good, but as a businessman he knew Bobbick could be...
To me, he was always a fascinating fighter. I think he had skill as an amateur. After all, he was the US Olympic heavyweight representative in...
I always thought it a crime that Norton got more title shots and press coverage than Lyle. Ron would have bested Norton, no doubt in my mind,...
Lyle was talented and had more heart. I think he would win a hard fought decision similar to his win over Bugner.
It seems like many fighters have met strange demises. I don't mean fighters who died in the ring or from injuries sustained in the ring. I seem to...
It all has to do with name recognition.We live in a name-driven society where someone like Paris Hilton becomes famous and nobody really knows...
Pipino Cuevas threw those big loopy punches. He had terrible technique but nonetheless his punches, when they landed, were devastating.
Bonavena was very hot and cold throughout his career. Sometimes he looked very good, while other times he was simply stiff and awkward. The man...
I seem to recall an old interview where Ernie Shavers claimed he lifted weights. He didn't have a bodybuilders physique but was broad and thick as...
I love both fighters but I lean to Carlos. I think Carlos would survive an early rush and use his better boxing skills and sharp punching to...
Pipino Cuevas merits consideration. He coldcocked Harold Volbrecht with 1 punch but was more well known for his bone-crushing punches which broke...
