Let's name some fighters whose timing, accuracy and distance judgment allowed them to

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  1. Mendoza

    Mendoza Hrgovic = Next Heavyweight champion of the world. Full Member

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    Let's name some fighters whose timing, accuracy and distance judgment allowed them to outbox faster and more defensive boxers.

    This is a rare skill in boxing.

    I think Kovalev qualifies.
     
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  2. Balder

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  3. zadfrak

    zadfrak Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Mike Weaver.

    t aEveryone he fought had faster hands and a lot more speed. And usually a better defense as well. And Weaver was a disadvantage in the reach department too. But once Hercules landed enough to get them down to his speed, watch out.
     
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  5. Mendoza

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    Yep on JC Chavez.
     
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  6. dpw417

    dpw417 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Kovalov definitely qualifies...Monzon is my first thought.
     
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  8. 2piece

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    Greg Haugen when he beat Camacho.
     
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    Monzon vs Jose Napoles
     
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  10. red cobra

    red cobra Loyal Member Full Member

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    Monzon was the first that came to mind, and his defense was always excellent as well.
    Kovalev also.
     
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  11. red cobra

    red cobra Loyal Member Full Member

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    Excellent example.:good
     
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    Roberto Duran
     
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  13. Mendoza

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    Greg Haugen when he beat Camacho.-2piece

    True, but Camacho was a bit of a runner. Haugen a forward moving tough guy.
     
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  15. Webbiano

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    He didn't do tell well against Whitaker, but that was a different kettle of fish. Pea looked like he was from another planet in this fight.

    Marquez certainly qualifies, although Pac isn't a defensive fighter, he has a sizeable speed advantage that his rival overcame and nuetralised every time they met.

    Griffin against Toney, although both decisions are somewhat disputed

    A few mentions of more recent years would be Pascal against Chad Dawson, Abril timed Rios very well despite not getting a very well earned victory
     
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