Michael Dokes on the comeback trail (vs De Almeida - Video)

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  1. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    A lot of good footage from several of Dokes "tune up" fights after his career had tanked from drug and alcohol abuse. He had ballooned up to around 300 pounds and worked the weight off progressively as he was rebuilding his career post Coatzee.

    I don't particularly care to admit it but despite his supposed sobriety and new lifestyle after his career fell apart, he sounded pretty high during his droning, oddly monotone interview here. Listen to the weird ranting about presidents and currency, lol.

    If that is the case, it's a shame because this is a full five years after the Coatzee fight, plenty of time to get straight. That was supposed to be a wake up call but despite the weight coming off in the following years, it seemed like some bad habits may have stayed with Dokes.

    Just some good footage and I cared to share. Enjoy.

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    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Also, talks of the early negotiations between the camps of Holyfield and Dokes, which is interesting to hear.