1983 Gerrie Coetzee vs 1986 Bonecrusher Smith

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  1. mr. magoo

    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Make it for 12 rounds for the WBA title which they both held at one point respectively. Smith was a little bit bigger but not much . Both had decent chins but not iron ones either. Both possessed punching power. Coetzee was a bit more mobile and skilled.

    What do you think ?
     
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  2. Fergy

    Fergy Walking Dead Full Member

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    I'm going with Boney.
    I think he had the better chin and Coetzee had a history of fading in fights.
    Smiths relentless pressure would eventually crack Gerrie as his stamina wanes.
    I like Smith by KO around 10-12 rounds.
     
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    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Would certainly be interesting
     
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