billy conn vs ezzard charles....

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by shommel, Oct 29, 2009.


  1. shommel

    shommel Boxing Addict Full Member

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    who takes this one? how and why? this would be a good fight with lots of slick boxing.
     
  2. mcvey

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    At 175lbs ? Toss a coin.
     
  3. McGrain

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    Yeah toss a coin. If I was wagering with McVey's money though I might bet on it coming up Conn. Definitely wouldn't argue with anyone wagering his money on Charles though.
     
  4. mcvey

    mcvey VIP Member Full Member

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    Typical Scotsman.
     
  5. McGrain

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    Believe it.
     
  6. My2Sense

    My2Sense Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I'd take Charles. Naturally bigger and stronger, and I think had the greater offensive arsenal; plus he has the better and deeper resume IMO.
     
  7. Duodenum

    Duodenum Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I think this would be won between the ears. Based on that, I believe Ezz takes it. After the first loss to Louis, Conn admitted to being a little "thick." That may have been Billy's only real weakness. The experienced, shrewd and deadly version of Charles who knocked out Moore (immediately before the Baroudi tragedy may have taken an edge off him) probably would feign distress at some point, Conn would take the bait, then pay for it.
     
  8. McGrain

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    Yeah, he does.

    Conn's record at LHW is a thing of beauty though. And I do like his speed and defence to trouble Charles badly. One of those SD type of deals with people arguing the decision definitely possible.