This Match Needs No introduction. Floyd Patterson Versus Michael Spinks.

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by ThatOne, Jun 28, 2023.

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Who wins

  1. Michael

    3 vote(s)
    20.0%

  2. Floyd

    12 vote(s)
    80.0%
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  1. Barrf

    Barrf Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Patterson had well above average power for a HW and had faster hands than anyone but pre-exile Ali. Against a LHW, he'd be one of the hardest hitting guys they had ever faced while also being one of the fastest guys they had ever faced (sort of, you know, like Tyson to HWs). Yes, he certainly didn't have Tyson's aura, but he definitely had the speed and power to be really, really dangerous to Spinks.
     
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    Barrf, Jun 29, 2023
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  2. InMemoryofJakeLamotta

    InMemoryofJakeLamotta I have defeated the great Seamus Full Member

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    How do you think the Jinx right hand effects the Patterson chin?
     
    InMemoryofJakeLamotta, Jun 29, 2023
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    Barrf Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Who didn't knock Patterson down a time or two though? He had a weak chin but great recovery ability.
     
    Barrf, Jun 29, 2023
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