Modern fighters age slower; 35 is not a death sentence anymore

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by ChrisPontius, Aug 19, 2008.


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  1. ChrisPontius

    ChrisPontius March 8th, 1971 Full Member

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    Well, i took a cut-off point (the exactness of which is somewhat arbitrary) at around the 60's, and the numbers show that fighters who peaked since that time, retired much later than earlier fighters. So it's not really related to this era specifically, unless you think the last fourty years have been the worst ever.

    On a side note, virtually every era is considered the worst era of all time when it's happening. We like the past and often remember the positives rather than the negatives; just human psychology.
     
    ChrisPontius, Aug 21, 2008
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  2. Boilermaker

    Boilermaker Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Is it possible that rule changes (such as shorter no of rounds, softer gloves etc) have made the more modern fighters softer? Meaning ultimately that the older fighters will be less shopworn and also that those same rule changes mean that power has become more important than any of the other attributes. And power and strength is much easier to maintain longer.
     
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  3. ChrisPontius

    ChrisPontius March 8th, 1971 Full Member

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    Yes, i mentioned that factor in the initial post. It's one of many factors, but it certainly contributed.
     
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