Cassius Clay 1960 v Evander Holyfield 1984

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  1. Stevie G

    Stevie G Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    The future Muhammad Ali of the Rome Olympics versus Evander Holyfield of the Los Angeles Olympics. Amateur Boxing rules. Three rounds.
     
  2. kolcade4

    kolcade4 Keep Punchin' Full Member

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    Holyfield wins decision 2 rds to 1
     
  3. Stevie G

    Stevie G Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I reckon that the young Cassius Clay's speed would see him through. Close one though.
     
  4. ThinBlack

    ThinBlack Boxing Addict banned

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    Cassius would edge Holyfield on a close verdict 3-2.
     
  5. MagnaNasakki

    MagnaNasakki Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I'd pick Holyfield. He was the better Amateur, and he matured almost immediately into a champion calibre pro fighter.

    Ali needed to grow up a bit.
     
  6. doug.ie

    doug.ie 'Classic Boxing Society' Full Member

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    actually, a surprisingly good one to ponder that