Erik Morales vs Juan Manuel Marquez

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by tommygun711, Jun 2, 2011.


  1. tommygun711

    tommygun711 The Future Full Member

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    Shame these guys didn't fight. They could have fought in the early 2000s.
    But anyway, who wins this matchup? I'd give the edge to Morales, but i think itd be a pretty close fight, i just think morales is a level above marquez but barely
     
  2. MagnaNasakki

    MagnaNasakki Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I've always thought the styles favored Marquez, even though Morales is a bit better as a fighter.

    I can see JMM circling and ripping off scoring combinations like Barrera did in the 3rd fight to win a decision. I'd probably pick it, if forced, but its a good fight.
     
  3. Robbi

    Robbi Marvelous Full Member

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    I think for skill and all round technical ability, Marquez is better than Barrera and Morales. They are all very close though, very.

    I'd pick Marquez to beat Morales in a great fight. I think he might get knocked down along the way.
     
  4. PowerPuncher

    PowerPuncher Loyal Member Full Member

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    Marquez would win a close but clear decision in an amazing technical war where JMM would just box that bit smarter. I think JMM was probably past his physical best by the time he got to Pacquaio. All the 3 MExicans were around the same age and people try to make out JMM stayed in his prime while Morales/MAB faded but JMM faded too and yes the other 2 did have more wars but being out of the spotlight doesn't really help a fighters momentum either
     
  5. ryan_c

    ryan_c Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Marquez beats Morales, but MAB beats Marquez in the 2000s.
     
  6. tommygun711

    tommygun711 The Future Full Member

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    suprised at the responses
     
  7. Morales tko3 it is fact.
     
  8. Robbi

    Robbi Marvelous Full Member

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    Have you ever seen Marquez fight? :lol: