Calzaghe V Hearns : Would Joe trounce him at Super middle ?

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WHO Wins?

  1. Hearns ?

    3 vote(s)
    37.5%
  2. Calzaghe

    5 vote(s)
    62.5%
  1. Unforgiven

    Unforgiven VIP Member banned Full Member

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    I think Hearns has the reach but he'd get crowded.
    Calzaghe was a bit too smart to go fighting Hearns' fight. He'd make it messy and wear Hearns down with his slapping windmilling flurries. On the outside Calzaghe would be hard to nail and he'd come inside and land his punches. I don't think much of Hearns as an inside fighter.
     
  2. JohnThomas1

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    No Hearns is average on the inside, relying on the odd short bomb. Much depends on how Calze reacts once he tastes Hearns power. He wouldn't be the first too clam up and reduce risk taking.
     
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  3. Saad54

    Saad54 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I'd favor Hearns. Joe would be vulnerable on the way in and his power is not great enough to endanger Hearns. Joe's aggression, work rate and chin would make this competive. But, his slaps wouldnt hurt Hearns, who would tie up and reset. Hearns would land a lot with his hand speed, reach and greater power. Joe was one of the most protected elite fighters in recent times. Hearns by decision
     
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