The difference between AMATEUR and PRO boxing

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by frank, Jun 5, 2014.


  1. AREA 53

    AREA 53 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Whenever i see this type of Question, for some reason i seem to think of those pampered pooches at Crufts allowing judges to pull and poke them about whilst they remain regale of posture....then i think of those other Dogs..those Hungry mean-eyed snarling Dogs you see in Scrapyards...eyeballing you and just willing you to come get acquainted ...!

    I guess once that cheque-book has come out and you have been signed...it's no longer a Hobby...your a commodity and the String-Pullers look forward to returns on their Investment....and many rivals want to knock you off..and take your place on that pedestal.
     
  2. Unforgiven

    Unforgiven VIP Member banned Full Member

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    Amateur boxing is corrupt.
    Professional boxing is a lot more corrupt.
     
  3. frank

    frank Active Member Full Member

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    but more exciting!
     
  4. grumpy old man

    grumpy old man Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I like your work :hey

    On a serious note, I like watching amateur boxing. Could never understand why good body shots never seem to score a point though.
     
  5. weegriffin

    weegriffin Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Always wondered that also, but recently they have changed the scoring to 10 point must system and No head guards ( Elite level only.)
     
  6. scrap

    scrap Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Interestingly the Pros up to the Early 7os never Boxed Amateur with Head-guards. With a 10pt must system
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