David Tua vs George Foreman

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Big N Bad, Sep 12, 2008.


  1. Arka

    Arka New Member Full Member

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    Sep 26, 2008
    Well,here is Frazier's analysis of his first fight with George from his autobiography:
    '"I fought a dumb fight.I can't blame George for hitting me.If i stand in front of my son Marvis,and do the things I did that night,he's gonna clobber me too.
    "What things? First,I was pulling back instead of staying in and smothering his punches,Then,I came straight at him,instead of coming in from the sides.And I came in with my hands down,like I was saying 'C'mon and hit me.'My other fights ,I always kept my hands higher and my body lower so I could take those shots.I just wasn't thinking clearly.
    "Finally,when I got hit with a wicked shot,my old hot head took over.Instead of stepping back and clearing my head I went after him.I got hit and hit and hit."'


    Here is a something about Frazier's fghting mentality going into the second Foreman fight;
    'So instead of charging straight in,like a tank with a left hook,I would counter Foreman,and punch from a long range and,when I wasn't punching,be sure to move my head so as not to be an easy target.If the opportunity arose where I could slip inside,and whack him with my left,I'd do it but not linger.Not until he was tired and ready to be had.'