Let's talk about Johnny Risko

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by 70sFan865, Apr 25, 2020.


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  1. Jackomano

    Jackomano Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    This. As much as I like Boxrec, some of the weights and heights for fighters both past and present are way off. Risko’s best weight was around 185-190 lbs, but as he got older his diet, conditioning, and discipline wasn't the same, which is why his weight started ballooning up.
     
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    Jackomano, Apr 25, 2020
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  2. Bukkake

    Bukkake Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Risko may have lost a lot of fights - but the number of top boxers he faced is insane.

    He ties (with Gunboat Smith and Frankie Wallace) the record for most HOFers fought by a non-HOF at 12.

    He also holds the record for most HOFers defeated by a non-HOFer at 7. A record that is his alone!
     
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  3. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    He probably belongs in the argument of the best heavyweights never to hold the title.
     
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