Sullivan predicted that Jeffries would be among greatest ever after he won the title

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  1. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    This is what John L Sullivan had to say after Jim Jeffries beat Bob Fitzsimmons for the title.

    It is interesting that he made such a bold prediction so early in Jeffries career.

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    janitor, Aug 6, 2009
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  2. GPater11093

    GPater11093 Barry Full Member

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    what did John L think of Fitz?
     
    GPater11093, Aug 9, 2009
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  3. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    Not enough to pick him over a novice Jeffries or avoid him as an active but shot fighter.
     
    janitor, Aug 9, 2009
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  4. McGrain

    McGrain Diamond Dog Staff Member

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    I have Sullivan picking Fitz over Jeffries. I will try and source it today or tomorrow.
     
    McGrain, Aug 9, 2009
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  5. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    Well Dempsy did pick both fighters inb Louis Schmeling II.

    Obviously hedging his bets.
     
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  6. McGrain

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    He did indeed.

    Sullivan's picks were generally pretty ****, I think. He was more a sporting man loyal first and foremost to friends rather than a good analyst of fighters, in my opinion.
     
    McGrain, Aug 9, 2009
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  7. mcvey

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    Its funny how world class boxers often turn out to be diabolical forecasters of fight results.Jim Corbett and Joe Louis were both notorious for getting it wrong.
     
    mcvey, Aug 10, 2009
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