Iran Barkely vs Rubin Hurricane Carter

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  1. InMemoryofJakeLamotta

    InMemoryofJakeLamotta I have defeated the great Seamus Full Member

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    Who would win this slugfest? Both at their best
     
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  2. Richard M Murrieta

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    I think that Iran Barkley would win this one over Rubin Hurricane Carter, true Carter could hit, but Iran had the better stamina as seen against Thomas The Hitman Hearns. Barkley by unanimous decision.
     
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  3. mr. magoo

    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Both were extremely tough fighters with good power and the tendency to mix it up. Hurricane was a bit more durable than Iran I think though. Not sure who wins but what a great fight
     
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  4. young griffo

    young griffo Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Iran is the obvious choice and was the better fighter and naturally larger man (he was a massive middleweight) but Carter did have legitimate power that could stop anyone. Taking out Emile Griffith in one means you need to be taken very seriously as a puncher.

    I think Barkley survives some shaky moments imposes his size and strength and smothers and mauls his way to a UD in a fight that features some great action and exchanges.
     
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  5. InMemoryofJakeLamotta

    InMemoryofJakeLamotta I have defeated the great Seamus Full Member

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    This would be a fun fight to watch
     
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  6. William Walker

    William Walker Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    No running in this fight for sure. Carter was an awesome fighter, but I would have to go with the Blade. Imo Carter was easier to beat easily than Barkley was.
     
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  7. Fergy

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    Carter stops Barkley in 14, in an explosive war!
     
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  9. InMemoryofJakeLamotta

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  10. JohnThomas1

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    It was on the front page a month ago.
     
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