Hopkins lost to Taylor twice....

Then why the thread if you agree it means nothing?:good

 

Taylor was a 'Spinks the jinx' type opponent for Hopkins. He had a great jab and the athleticism to get it done and take advantage of Hopkins' malaise. It wasn't entirely convincing, especially at the end of the first fight, but I had Taylor beating hopkins twice.

The difference between Calzaghe and Taylor is that Calzaghe steps forward with the jab and it acts as pre-cursor for the 'slaps'. Taylor could throw his on the back foot and move away.