John L. Sullivan vs. Tommy Burns

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Luigi1985, Sep 6, 2007.



  1. Luigi1985

    Luigi1985 Cane Corso Full Member

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    Who wins under modern rules and why?
     
  2. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    While Burns is under rated and I have little to go on in judging Sullivan I would pick the Boston strong boy.

    Sullivans size and dominence within the division suggest that he would be too much for Burns.
     
  3. Luigi1985

    Luigi1985 Cane Corso Full Member

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    I would also favour the "Boston Strong Boy", but IMO Burns quick and unpredictable combinations in the infight would do a lot of damage and would let Burns be well ahead on points, until Sullivan lands something heavy and KO´s Tommy, who´s really very underrated (especially as a p4p- fighter)...


    Sullivan TKO 10 Burns
     
  4. JohnBKelly

    JohnBKelly Member Full Member

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    John L pummells a game Burns in three, lots of blood.