George Godfrey vs. Sam Langford

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  1. Luigi1985

    Luigi1985 Cane Corso Full Member

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    Who wins and why?
     
    Luigi1985, Sep 24, 2007
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  2. Sweet Science

    Sweet Science Peaceful Muslim Warrior Full Member

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    Which George Godfrey? The old one or Feab Williams?
     
    Sweet Science, Sep 25, 2007
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  3. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    Of course this fight actualy took place and involved a faded Langford destroying a green Godfrey. Prety inconclusive.

    Prime for prime I see nothing to suggest that Godfrey was of Langfords calibre though he would likley be able to split a series with him due to Langfrords schedule.

    If I am betting then I go with the Tar Baby.
     
    janitor, Sep 25, 2007
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  4. Mendoza

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    Langford iced Godfrey with ease. Though Godfrey was green, and Sam was past his prime when the matcehs happened, we should not how easily Langford could get Godfrey out of there. IMO, Godfrey is a bit of an over rated fighter.
     
    Mendoza, Sep 25, 2007
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