Tony Ayala Jr. vs Charlie Weir

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  1. BCS8

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    I think Moore has become very underrated after Duran tore him to pieces. He's got above average speed, good power and good boxing skills. He's also as tough as an old boot. In my opinion beating Moore was a very good win for Duran and if Hands of Stone had not been around Moore might have held the strap for a good while.
     
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  2. JohnThomas1

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    I agree. An inspired Duran altered his career. Moore came thru as a green underdog quite a few times against some reasonably tough fighters. Someone tried to debate me he was less proven than Ayala in here years ago. Moore is miiiiiiles more proven and i would have favored him due to this.

    Weir? I certainly wouldn't count him out. I'd favor El Torito but not by any large margin. Him beating Ayala would be thought of as no bigger upset than Duran beating Moore at the time. It's good to see a guy like Weir getting some press.
     
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