Corbett vs. Shavers

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  1. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    Does Jim have any chance?
     
  2. Glass City Cobra

    Glass City Cobra H2H Burger King

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    They are so far apart in terms of rules/eras that it's hard to say. In terms of raw ability, Corbett is the smoother operator, but he had a remarkably small resume for an old timer.

    It could end up resembling the Tillis fight imo.
     
  3. scartissue

    scartissue Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I believe it would resemble the Ellis fight.
     
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  4. mr. magoo

    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Earnesto Shavers
     
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  5. Pugguy

    Pugguy Ingo, The Thinking Man’s GOAT Full Member

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    I think Shavers technical proficiencies are somewhat underrated in order to emphasise his raw punching power.

    A switched on, focused Shavers knew how to deliver the defining punches in the early rounds - and Shavers had that long reach and fast hands.

    Of course beyond the mid way point Shavers chances progressively diminish somewhat but I personally find it hard to imagine Jim lasting beyond the first third of the fight (so < 5 rounds given a 15 rounder).

    Finally, I’m very proud of myself for not once mentioning Jim’s g-string for cheap laughs. :confused:
     
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  6. scartissue

    scartissue Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Butt really, Pugguy, you’ve got some cheek!
     
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  7. Pugguy

    Pugguy Ingo, The Thinking Man’s GOAT Full Member

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    :risas3:

    See Scar, I tried my best to keep it above board…but to no avail. :lol:
     
  8. apollack

    apollack Boxing Addict Full Member

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    One of two results, either Shavers by KO, or Corbett by decision.