Joe Gans' punching power

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  1. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    Gans' contemporaries like Walcott and Langford had their power stay with them when they fought genuine heavyweights, how does Gans compare? I know he has 101 KOs but did that power carry at higher weights?
     
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  2. McGrain

    McGrain Diamond Dog Staff Member

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    He upset people when he hit them. His heartbreak run was frustrating for everyone because guys just ran and spoiled. He was a very hard hitter.

    But no, you wouldn’t compare his power to Langford :lol:
     
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    Boxed Ears this my daddy's account (RIP daddy) Full Member

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    Name me one person he fought at any weight who didn't die after the fight, since then?
     
    Boxed Ears, Apr 23, 2024
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