Do You Think Lennox Would Have Stopped Foreman Or Holmes, In The 90 s?

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  1. Glass City Cobra

    Glass City Cobra H2H Burger King

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    Depends on several factors. Lewis could sometimes go out for blood looking to make a statement such as against Briggs, Golota, etc. He could be very dangerous when he did that. However, I seriously doubt Lennox would show zero respect and go all out immediately against these two veterans. Foreman was incredibly dangerous and hit like a truck and Lewis wouldn't attempt to stop him unless he could do so safely--for instance if he knew Foreman was badly hurt and having a hard time defending himself from the punches. Also, post Moorer fight Foreman got slower and slower and worse overall and would be easier to stop than the very formidable Foreman from 90-94. Holmes was also dangerous because he was very good at surviving, could counter punch fighting off the back foot, and could make Lewis pay for any mistakes. Holmes could also turn things around and take a decision if Lewis burns through his gas tank or got outboxed failing to KO Holmes. Of all boxers in history, Lewis has the right tools and probably the best chance of pulling it off against these two, but it's unlikely.
     
  2. KernowWarrior

    KernowWarrior Bob Fitzsimmons much bigger brother. Full Member

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    As long as Lennox does not hang his jaw out as he did against Rahman and McCall, then yes i see him likely stopping Foreman, i am not so sure however he stops Holmes, but would beat him.

    So Lennox tuck that chin in, as sure as hell Messrs Foreman and Holmes would connect with it if opportunity arose, with discombobulating effects for The Lion.