DLH went out just like all the greats do ...

DLH was one of a kind. I think his status will go up in the next several years when the smoke clears on his career.

 

he was the man MANY loved to hate, but looking back at his career, he NEVER ducked a fighter, and always went for what the fans wanted. Not many fighters are for giving the fans what they wanted, it seems that dlh was one of a kind on that note.
His skills were undeniable and his character will without a doubt solidify his status as an all time great

 

DeLahoya is respected by many, and deservedly so. He took on all comers.

 

Ducked Winky Wright, James Page, Vernon Forrest, and Jose Luis Lopez to name a few.

Lost every big fight he was in except for the Quartey win, and even then many, including myself thought he lost.

His character? I don't think raping a 15-year old adds to the character of a man. Also saying "black" fighters can't take his hook to the body is pretty ignorant in itself. Coming across as a fake in pretty much every interview says more than the words he spewed. Whined about certain losses, but wouldn't even mention a rematch against Felix Strum.

Decent fighter, but overrated on ESB. Good thing is, many other respectable sites recognize him for what he is. A good, but not great fighter who couldn't win the big one.

 

Totally biased view of the man.:deal

 

great fighter and a true embassador to the sport. has probably recruited more fans to the sport than anyone else in recent memory. fought everyone who was anyone and haters will say he ducked those that never got a ticket to the lotto. but who has time to fight everyone? gave many tito fans and chavez fans heartburn for the rest of their lives. lost some big ones but he also won some big ones and he deserves respect for the good he did for the sport. carried the sport for many years and boxing would be worse off if not for him.

 

Maybe, but that is my opinion of him.

 

guy quit against a lightweight oh well, its an Oscar love thread what should I expect ...good riddance.

 

He is a great period. The guy not only had great ability but the things he did outside the ring were also impressive. Took on any comers and kept it competitive at all times. I honestly doubt any fighter could have been undefeated with a resume like Oscars in fact I dont think any boxer could have. Although im not a real fan of Oscars I really respect the guy.

 

He was OK.

 

He had a stellar career but should have focused more on fighting than becoming a star. He had the Tito fight in the bag but wanted to "save face" or I don't know what. With the right trainer he would have stopped Tito in less than 8.

With Mosley he was too busy recording an album nobody gave a **** about. He looked great in the rematch. In fact, you could say DLH v Mosley II was DLH best performance. His jab was there, combos, stamina, focus. How he lost that one, I don't know.

He was a smart boxer, always competitive but he just lacked that one element that makes some fighters explosive.

 

Oscar became a businessman too soon. He is probably the richest boxer today though. We really never saw the very best of Oscar, it's a shame.

 

He did lose in the biggest fights, but he never ducked anyone so he should be respected for that. He's done a lot for boxing! GBP is the best in the business!