Jake Lamotta's power

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by GoldenHulk, Aug 6, 2008.


  1. GoldenHulk

    GoldenHulk Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I was suprised to look on boxrec recently and out of Lamotta's 83 wins only 30 came by knockout. I found that kind of suprising especially after having seen Deniro's portrayal of Lamotta, I mean Lamotta was one tough SOB, I have always thought of the Bronx Bull as a tough ass kicking brawler, is his ko percentage misleading. Thoughts anyone?
     
  2. Taylor_brogdon

    Taylor_brogdon Active Member Full Member

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    He has Baldomier type power......not a one hitter quitter type puncher but a heavy handed fighter who can wear you down and eventually TKO/KO you.
     
  3. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Consider the type of competition he fought as well.

    Very, very little filler.
     
  4. Mohak

    Mohak RIP Smokin' Joe Full Member

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    Break you down, type power. Not blow you away type.
     
  5. mcvey

    mcvey VIP Member Full Member

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    Very astute explanation ,Jake wasn't a 2killer puncher 2,but he hit hard enough to knock SRR down and nearly out of the ring.A damaging rather than concussive hitter imo.