Gene Tunney Versus Rocky Marciano

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by ThatOne, Sep 4, 2024.


Who wins?

  1. Gene

    62.5%
  2. Rocky

    37.5%
  1. ThatOne

    ThatOne Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Who wins this banger?
     
  2. dmt

    dmt Hardest hitting hw ever Full Member

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    15 rounds?

    I think Rocky breaks him down. I could see Tunney winning a 10 rounder, perhaps even a 12 rounder. However, Marciano is relentless. It would take a boxer who at least has Ali or Holmes level power to keep Rocky off them for 15 rounds. Tunney was a good light heavyweight puncher but even at that weight, he wasn't a massive hitter. And Tunney's power by heavyweight standards was average and that is being generous.

    I think Rocky will get outboxed early but he will land plenty to the body which will eventually slow down Gene.

    Rocky UD 15 with perhaps a knockdown or two coming in the last few rounds. Great fight with lots of good moments for both guys.
     
  3. Pedro_El_Chef

    Pedro_El_Chef Active Member Full Member

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    .....didn't we just go over this two days ago?
     
  4. Ney

    Ney Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Yes :lol:
     
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