Highest Ring IQ Fighter

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  1. GRIFFIN

    GRIFFIN "Speak softly and carry a big punch" Full Member

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    Simple question what Boxer had the 'Fight IQ'.

    I'd probably say Joe Louis because he faced so many people in his time with differing styles yet he was very successful.
     
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  2. ThatOne

    ThatOne Boxing Addict Full Member

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  3. NoNeck

    NoNeck Pugilist Specialist

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  4. Barrf

    Barrf Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Might actually be in terms of pure fight IQ. At the least, he's a finalist in this category.
     
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  5. Bulldog24

    Bulldog24 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Joe Gans come to mind.

    Toney. Hopkins.
     
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