Is Sven Ottke the biggest fraud in the history of the MW-LHW general region?

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Amsterdam, Oct 3, 2007.


  1. Amsterdam

    Amsterdam Boris Christoff Full Member

    18,436
    20
    Jan 16, 2005
    I surely think so, the worst part is that he has '21 defences' clocked in the books, when he has 4 universally considered losses that went to his favour via blatant robbery decision.

    It was also interesting when a fighter found himself penalised for punching him in the face.

    Should he be ridiculed badly until his career is looked at in a justified manner, meaning not deserving of a top 10 ranking at SMW?
     
  2. The Kurgan

    The Kurgan Boxing Junkie banned

    8,445
    31
    Nov 16, 2004
    He was an undefeated, record-holding champion who reigned for most of his career and retired as a p4p top 5 boxer. Calzaghe and Roy Jones SHAMEFULLY ducked him.

    Ottke is BY FAR the greatest super-middleweight of all time.
     
  3. Mantequilla

    Mantequilla Boxing Addict Full Member

    4,964
    78
    Aug 26, 2004
    What are the four universally considered losses?.


    And the answer is James Toney.
     
  4. achillesthegreat

    achillesthegreat FORTUNE FAVOURS THE BRAVE Full Member

    37,070
    29
    Jul 21, 2004
    Ottkes career isn't perfect. He certainly has a loss here or there. However his achievements are there to see. He is a top 10 168 pounder.

    Amster, you carry out campaigns against fighters and its a bit much.

    Ottke wasn't Jesus BUT what he achieved MUST be respected.
     
  5. Luigi1985

    Luigi1985 Cane Corso Full Member

    4,632
    30
    Feb 23, 2006
    "achillesthegreat" is right, Ottke surely should have retired with 4 or 5 defeats, but that wouldn´t change the fact that he´s surely a Top 10 SMW of all-times. Don´t forget, don´t blame him, it was his managment who was/ is so unbelievable corrupt and unsportsmanlike...
     
  6. Boro chris

    Boro chris Boxing Junkie Full Member

    10,276
    21
    Mar 14, 2005
    I've only ever seen the 1st Brewer fight and the Reid one.
    Brewer was a long time ago but I remember being gobsmacked at the verdict. As for the Reid fight, well, it's the biggest disgrace in boxing since Jones at the Olympics.
    So I'm interested to know what his other contraversial fights were like. Were they genuinely crooked or a myth perpretrated by Max Kellerman!:D

    I'm thinking of-
    Larsen
    Mitchell
    Starie
    Johnson and any others you peeps can think of.
     
  7. PowerPuncher

    PowerPuncher Loyal Member Full Member

    42,723
    269
    Jul 22, 2004
    The novice Mundine is critised for being KO'd by Otke - Mundine had easily nearly won every round but was behind on the cards
     
  8. PowerPuncher

    PowerPuncher Loyal Member Full Member

    42,723
    269
    Jul 22, 2004
    He was a decent belt holder with some good wins, boring style, and 4-5 gift decisions. HE wouldn't compete with the top10 in the young 168lb division
     
  9. rydersonthestorm

    rydersonthestorm Boxing Addict Full Member

    6,957
    17
    Sep 27, 2007
    I wouldn't rate any guy with 4 or 5 wins that he shouldn't have anywhere near the top 10 of anything.
     
  10. cross_trainer

    cross_trainer Liston was good, but no "Tire Iron" Jones Full Member

    18,216
    14,031
    Jun 30, 2005
    With the exception of a certain Welshman of low repute and froward morals.
     
  11. unitas

    unitas Boxing Addict Full Member

    4,062
    768
    May 12, 2007
    ottke was 30 when he turned pro. fought 12 bums then challenged for a belt..........and won.

    never "universally" lost a fight......some where disputed, but thats about it.

    never fought for bum belts like the wbu or ibc or **** like that. didnt need 35 fights before challenging for a world title. not like that tatooed wannbe biker in your avatar!!

    he may not be the greatest, but he was a great defensive fighter!!!!

    not bad indeed.
     
  12. doublesuited

    doublesuited Taylor TKO2 Pavlik Full Member

    1,922
    12
    Sep 15, 2005
    How dare you speak Ottke's name in vain.
     
  13. rendog67

    rendog67 The firestarter Full Member

    2,167
    1
    Apr 27, 2006
    did he have anything to do with the terrible decisions? or did he just get in the ring and do his job unaware, i always wondered that.
     
  14. Nemesis

    Nemesis Well-Known Member Full Member

    1,650
    13
    Dec 9, 2005
    I admire Svennie, in a way, he wasnt particularly skilled in any area, but still managed to pull out the win most of the time

    One thing that can be said is that he had very good stamina


    Also, I agree with Mantequilla; James Toney is the most overrated SMW in history.
     
  15. Polymath

    Polymath Boxing Junkie Full Member

    8,651
    4
    Sep 29, 2007
    When Reid was being warned for landing clean punches, Ottke was continously bitching and whining to the referee, they were in it together; he knew what was going on.

    And yes he is arguably one of the biggest frauds in boxing history, not just the 168 division.