Ray Leonard v Tommy Burns

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Seamus, Mar 2, 2015.


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  1. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    Nah, that was a joke. I did get to meet him a few times. He trained for a while in the same town as me first luv.
     
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  2. dpw417

    dpw417 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Haha...no worries. Cheers.
     
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  3. gentleman jim

    gentleman jim gentleman jim Full Member

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    I pick Leonard as well but I don't think it would be a cakewalk. Burns was a tough SOB and was deceptively quick. He did fight with his hands down and chin up but he was shifty on his feet and could whip in a fast right hand. He wasn't there to be hit as much as many might think. Benny Leonard fought hands down/chin up too but he was constantly moving as well. Still I feel Leonard would adjust mid fight and use his greater hand speed to catch Burns coming in enough to take a majority decision or possible late round stoppage.
     
    gentleman jim, Mar 7, 2015
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  4. mrkoolkevin

    mrkoolkevin Never wrestle with pigs or argue with fools Full Member

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    Seems like a fair breakdown.
     
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  5. roughdiamond

    roughdiamond Ridin' the rails... Full Member

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    Oh God no...
     
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