Holyfield v Holmes

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by markclitheroe, Sep 11, 2014.


  1. Entaowed

    Entaowed Boxing Addict banned Full Member

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    Ha I am a bit of a scold! :nono:nono:nono:nono

    But cheat lie & take unfair advantages & our legacy should be downgraded at least to some degree.

    PEDs may well not help a chin. But I said he may be less likely to get KOed. Other parts of a game can help you avoid this, speed, defense, inside fighting....

    Tyson was surprised by Holyfield's strength & got bulled around. This would not have happened before Mike went to prison, EH got stronger & maximixed his explosive power. Doing well in the clinches-& possibly having more energy-can assist with how well & often you are hit.

    Though the main thing is Holyfield is better, & those who take him are likely only the very very best like Ali, maybe Louis, & a superb swarmer.
     
  2. Big Ukrainian

    Big Ukrainian Boxing Junkie

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    Ok buddy, I understand what you mean.:good

    I remember people were saying that Wach was able to take 12-round incredible beating from Wlad only because he used PEDs.

    That's funny because it means Olubamivo would've taken such a beating, too, as he was found to use 11 different illegal substances. But Olubamivo was KTFO'd in 1 by fat pig John McDermott.:huh
     
  3. fists of fury

    fists of fury Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    That's a fair post and I agree with much of it. 'Shell' was the word I was looking for when I posted, and you're right...Larry would provide Holyfield with punching opportunities he didn't have in '92.