Modern Day Joe Louis?

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Bummy Davis, Dec 6, 2014.


  1. Bummy Davis

    Bummy Davis Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Kid is 6"4 240 and still has a bit to learn but I am impressed with his combinations. The jury is still out but has shown some skills and reminds me a bit of the brown bomber. Not close yet I know but the closest I have seen in while. A good finishing trainer may make the difference

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZWb2nJfukA
     
  2. Roger Federer

    Roger Federer Active Member Full Member

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    Parker is a top level prospect. He looks very good.
     
  3. thistle1

    thistle1 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    he does look good, he looks very good,

    but is he big enough for the TOP Giants and I don't mean the hyped overrated Fury's of the sport, but the LL's, Klits and Bowe types... are there any even.
     
  4. Roger Federer

    Roger Federer Active Member Full Member

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    He's 6'4 240. That's plenty big enough. I really like this kid's handspeed, combination punching and power. A lot of potential there.
     
  5. FastHands(beeb)

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    That finishing combo reminded me of Lewis-Rahman 2. Looks tidy, good hands and work rate...fair way to go but looks decent from that clip.
     
  6. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    Hmmmm.

    We have been offered a lot of "modern day Joe Louis's" over the years!
     
  7. Ken Ashcroft

    Ken Ashcroft Boxing Addict Full Member

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    The next big thing in boxing?
     
  8. Unforgiven

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    He is a very good prospect at the moment.

    It's wrong to compare him to a great fighter like Joe Louis.
     
  9. The Long Count

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    Parker is my favorite young prospect in the division. Ahead of Joshua. Way to early for Louis comparisons.
     
  10. Bummy Davis

    Bummy Davis Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I agree and i don't , Joe Louis for me is the very best. I do like the way the kid throws combos but its a long way off and much to see as far as strengths and weaknesses