How good was Sharmba Mitchell

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  1. NoNeck

    NoNeck Pugilist Specialist

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    No, Mitchell was slicker and had faster feet. Corley punched harder, was more durable, and had better counterpunching.

    Mitchell had Don King backing him and making things fall into place if I remember right. Corley had limited management but still beat Bailey, which is the best win between the two of them, and was competitive with Judah. He also gave Mayweather more problems than Mitchell.
     
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  2. Xplosive

    Xplosive Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I'd put him above Corley, but there's not a huge gap.

    Corley had more pop and a better chin.

    Mitchell was faster (of both hand and foot) and a bit slicker.

    Judah was a bit higher class than both, so I'd rank them Judah>Mitchell>Corley.
     
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  3. steve1990

    steve1990 Active Member Full Member

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    Mitchell was past his prime when he fought Mayweather though he even in his prime he still doesn't beat Mayweather.
     
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  4. Smokin Bert

    Smokin Bert Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Well put, Saad.
     
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  5. steve1990

    steve1990 Active Member Full Member

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    Nice analysis another thing is Mitchell was smart enough to retire before random journeyman started to beat him.
     
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