Inoue v Usyk - hypothetical match

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  1. Notepad12

    Notepad12 Active Member Full Member

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    If both fighters were in the same weight class, given all we know about both attributes of the two fighters and their elite level, who would win and how?
     
  2. Ted Spoon

    Ted Spoon Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I know some view the P4P debate in these terms but you're essentially creating something that doesn't exist. Can't alter the weight or size of a fighter without changing who they are. In terms of comparative abilities, Inoue might have the most talent out of the top P4P'ers. To punch like he does at that weight, with both hands, is rare to say the least. Doesn't seem to get tired either. Usyk approaches his fights with more caution and, as a result, is probably a bit sharper in general. If Inoue fighters Nakatani next year I think we'll get a better idea of how good he really is. Expect him to be more dailed-in for Mj, too.
     
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  3. SouthpawsRule

    SouthpawsRule Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Its impossible to tell how Inoue would look like if he was a HW
     
  4. Serge

    Serge Ginger Dracula Staff Member

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    Imagine what 225lb HW Dark Usyk would do to 122 Inoue

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  5. The Real Lance

    The Real Lance Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    This!! Size difference too great, styles change for both depending on where they meet.
     
  6. FastSmith7

    FastSmith7 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I think Usyk and Crawford are quite a bit more skilled than Inoue.
     
  7. like a boss

    like a boss have gloves will travel Full Member

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    One of the worst hypotheticals yet.

    Can it get any worse? I hope not.