I can see a lot of reasons why Joe Frazier would give Deontay Wilder all kinds of problems. But I’m also skeptical about whether or not he could take some of those heavy punches all night. I’m undecided.
Same. Frazier was the better fighter but I don’t know if he could take Wilder's power. One thing though is Wilder didn’t particularly have an uppercut in his arsenal which he would need vs the shorter, bobbing and weaving Frazier.
Agree . Deontay Wilder never fully learned to take advantage of his height and reach. This is a big problem when facing a master at working his way to the inside. Joe Frazier would give Wilder plenty of problems ( and might even beat him. ) But Wilder’s durability and colossal power would always prevent me from choosing any clear favorites.
The problem with Wilder, as rough as he is..... Is that with his power and toughness, any hittable heavyweight is gonna have a hard time going 12 with em.... Frazier was an ATG, and had great defense for such an offensive style...but he was still plenty hittable (by nature of being so aggressive..) Safe money is certainly on Frazier - but this is just a fight I wouldn't bet on.. Actually, if Wilder were a big underdog, I'd drop some on em....
