Bad counts in Big Fights

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  1. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    I think that the most important factor in a count, is that the numbers be clearly discernible to the fallen fighter, as they are counted out from 1-10.

    This means that the count would typically be a shade on the long side.
     
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    Smoger was pretty unique.
     
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  3. The Long Count

    The Long Count Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I agree. Clear commanding tone. That may run a shade over a stop watches 10 seconds.
     
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  4. red cobra

    red cobra Loyal Member Full Member

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    I liked "Bug fights" better.
     
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    Well just for you brother! Have a happy new year

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    Yeah, I’m actually more annoyed by the modern practice where a ref give the guy who’s been dropped another 10-15 seconds to demonstrate that he can follow instructions before he allows the fight to resume.
     
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    Much obliged PhillyPhan69...I always knew you wuz alright!! And Happy New year right back at ya!:beer-toast1:
     
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    Max Baer vs. Tom Heeney (see clip on you tube):
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    Another bit of evidence that indicates Jack Dempsey was not the greatest referee in the world.
     
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  9. Sting like a bean

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    Not so. Bob Sheridan (the announcer) and the referee weren't counting in sync.
     
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