George Dixon vs Johnny Kilbane at Feather

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Gudetama, Feb 26, 2018.


  1. Gudetama

    Gudetama Active Member Full Member

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    A classic. Probably both ATG top 10 Feather men.
    Who wins, and why?
     
  2. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    Off the top of my head, I am going with Kilbane based on his consistency and longevity at the top. Who knows? This is one to ponder further.
     
  3. robert ungurean

    robert ungurean Богдан Philadelphia Full Member

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    I know a bit about Dixon. I have to catch up on Kilbane
     
  4. mcvey

    mcvey VIP Member

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    I seem to remember reading Kilbane often brought his own referee.I don't know if this is true or not.
    How do you evaluate a champ who reigned for 11 years , had 142 fights but 77 of them were No Dec's?
     
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    McGrain Diamond Dog Staff Member

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    I'd go for Dixon. Few more complete fighters from his era I think.
     
  7. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    This is a match-up where one definitely needs to dig deeper than the records. All who saw Dixon spoke of his greatness. I was not aware of the allegation that Kilbane used his own ref so often but he did have some great wins.