Jack Johnson v Peter Jackson/James Corbett/Bob Fitzimmons

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by McGrain, Aug 2, 2008.


  1. McGrain

    McGrain Diamond Dog Staff Member

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    How do you think Johnson would do with these fellow pioneer era greats?
     
  2. mcvey

    mcvey VIP Member Full Member

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    I think the Jackson fight would be close ,but give the edge to Jack.Johnson was an improved version of Corbett I think and considerably bigger,so I take him to outpoint Corbett.Fitz was rather too easy to hit for him to outpoint Johnson ,though his power would allways be a factor ,I think Johnson's defence would see him take a dec in a rather lack lustre affair.So Johnson wins them all ,but then I rate Johnson considerably higher than most on here.