Best example of a fighter playing possum..?

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  1. thomaspynchon21

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    What are some of the best examples of a fighter playing possum (pretending to be hurt) in order to catch his opponent off guard? I've often heard of commentators suspecting a fighter playing possum when they appear hurt, but to my recollection I've actually never heard of a fighter actually using this tactic in a deliberate way in the first place.
     
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  2. Gazelle Punch

    Gazelle Punch Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Qawi v foreman...but not sure if he was playing or not lol
     
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  3. mcvey

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    Lamo0tta v Dauthille on you tube
     
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  4. George Crowcroft

    George Crowcroft He Who Saw The Deep Full Member

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    Ali vs Shavers?

    I liked Jefferson vs Harris, but I don't know if it counts.
     
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