Prime Larry Holmes vs. Prime Lennox Lewis who wins?

Lewis due to size.

 

It's true but 6''3' Sux big time in modern heavyweight.

I would say 6'7''+ nowadays.

 

I agree Holmes, if fully concentrated, should win this.

He can't lose his concentration like he did against Shavers in the second fight or against Snipes. Or trade too much, like against Weaver.

Holmes wasn't "constantly on the move." He had periods of getting off his toes. And he was vulnerable when he did this because he kept his guard way too low.

To beat Lewis, he needs to be concentrated and cautious, like he was gainst ****ey.

I think he would be and would win a decision.

 

Holmes surely did alot better against Mccall and Mercer than Lewis. More skilled and much better chin. Only got KO'd once and it was by a very prime Tyson.

Also, you have to consider that Holmes still went 12 rounds against great 90's boxers when he's 40+.

 

Tyson would probably always be a tough fight for Holmes. Tyson had the quickness and power to capitalize upon Holmes main defensive flaw.....always dropping that jab. Most were not quick or savvy enough to do anything about it but I do believe Prime Tyson would eventually land that big right to end the fight.

 

Excellent post.