Bob Foster...

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Russell, Aug 16, 2007.


  1. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Curious to learn more about him.

    What made him great?

    Was his power as legendary as some make it out to be?
     
  2. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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  3. quintonjacksonfan

    quintonjacksonfan Active Member Full Member

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    I am interested to hear about him too. I have only seen his fights with Fraizer and Ali
     
  4. Lex

    Lex Member Full Member

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    Watch his fight against Mike Quarry. Far from Foster's greatest challenge, but a classic example of his brutal power.
     
  5. JC2006

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    He was at his best at light heavyweight and the mother****er could hit...
     
  6. Svengali

    Svengali Guest

    All these young boxers to be need to watch him and understand that weights are not the Rosetta Stone for developing ko power. Leverage and technique are far more important than lifting strength.
     
  7. JohnThomas1

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    Get his fight vs Rondon, the mofo was that sharp it was scary.
     
  8. quintonjacksonfan

    quintonjacksonfan Active Member Full Member

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    It sounds like his career set is worth ordering. The Tiger and Quarry Knockouts. The 1971 fight of the year and his fight with Rondon
     
  9. Sweet Science

    Sweet Science Peaceful Muslim Warrior Full Member

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    Foster had great power but people tend to forget he also possessed one of the best ever jabs.
     
  10. JohnThomas1

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    That's why i mention the Rondon fight, that jab is whipping out there like a snake.
     
  11. Sweet Science

    Sweet Science Peaceful Muslim Warrior Full Member

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    If I had to pick only one of Foster's fights to watch. It would be his fight against Andy Kendall who was a very tough customer. I recommend you watch this fight to really understand the extent of Foster's talent and heart. It is a total war and a hidden gem of a fight.