The Mike Tyson of 1988 vintage would have been a very tough opponent for ANY HW in boxing history--(including Ali, Louis, etc.) He was one hell of...
In hindsight, both fighters should have hung up the gloves after this grueling war!
I believe that quote came from Jerry Izenberg--long time sportswriter for the Newark Star-Ledger. (And that quote absolutely nailed it--the fight...
IMHO Ali and Frazier were about 70-75% of what they were at their respective peaks when they fought in Manila.
Sonny had chronic left knee problems that were originally sustained while training for the Patterson fights--it was still an issue (along with his...
From February 1962 to February 1964 Sonny Liston fought a total of 2 rounds!! (Both Patterson KO's were only a round each.) Combine that with lax...
I definitely believe Sonny tanked the second fight--but not the first. (He came into the first fight WAYYYY overconfident and more or less trained...
I think Hearns had more overall natural talent--which translated into being more skilled. Lewis had excellent boxing fundamentals but Hearns had...
To quote a timeless proverb: "A wise man changes his mind, a fool never will."
Great points--you make a strong case for Bugner going the distance against JJW!
If Walcott could KO Ezzard Charles he could stop Joe Bugner...just my humble opinion.
I'd also pick "Jersey Joe"--more tools in the toolbelt with sneaky hard punching power. UD or late stoppage.
IMHO I would need to show 2 fights. The first being the 64' fight against Sonny Liston when Ali wins the title. Then show the 67' fight against...
Would have "Smokin Joe" around 9th or 10th for all time HW's.
Jersey Joe makes it interesting for awhile with his ring savvy--but Sonny eventually catches him. KO or stoppage for Liston in 8-9 rounds.
