tony thompson can't be the best american HW

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by RonnieHornschuh, Jul 24, 2007.


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  1. RonnieHornschuh

    RonnieHornschuh ESB indie police Full Member

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    after seeing him against krasniqi i can't believe many people think of him as the best US HW. krasniqi, for whatever reason, didn't want to fight. i heard he broke a rib in the 2nd round or whatever, maybe that explains that leaning against the ropes. he wasn't ready for war like against brewster. but thompsons performance was poor as well. he is tall and fights quite intelligently but that's about it. he uses his size for his advantage but his jab is more staggering, he can throw combinations but without much power. he just lacks of real talent and killer instinct. the sad thing is that there are not many other prospects. i think the problem is, that the physical talents are soaked up by other sports like football or basketball where there is a better chance to make a living. while in the former ussr boxing is a way out.
    your thougts on thompson and the american HWs...
     
    RonnieHornschuh, Jul 24, 2007
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  2. shelterr

    shelterr Well-Known Member Full Member

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    His hits look very weak and he looks very ordinary overall. i can't even picture him ever busting out something wicked. He could win some fights on points, but his chin will eventually be tested because his defense isnt great and once his opponent knows that he cannot be hurt by Thompson, they wont hesitate to **** him up.
     
    shelterr, Jul 24, 2007
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  3. DamonD

    DamonD Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Hang about, who thinks he is?

    He's doing well at the moment, but I still don't get a championship vibe from the guy.
     
    DamonD, Jul 24, 2007
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  4. Odo

    Odo Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    The Albanian's performance against Thompson was a true shame.He just refused to fight back.Once a quitter,always a quitter.
     
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  5. Kostya Zoo

    Kostya Zoo Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I think it's sad that we're even talking about this guy like he's some kind of prospect.

    He's 35
     
    Kostya Zoo, Jul 24, 2007
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  6. cross_trainer

    cross_trainer Liston was good, but no "Tire Iron" Jones Full Member

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    He's a boring, canny fighter...old, but quite awkward and a tricky fighter to go up against. Calvin Brock is the best American heavyweight, as mentioned above.
     
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  7. Asterion

    Asterion Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    He started his boxing career at 30 years old, so he's not the typical past-his-prime 35 year old fighter.

    About the American heavyweights, I think Brock is the best. The second best right now is Chris Byrd. Holyfield is the third, followed by Tony Thompson. I think Holyfield would beat Thompson. Then you have guys like Eddie Chambers and Chris Arreola, who are not yet in the Top10. Oh, and don't forget Hasim Rahman.

    :-(
     
    Asterion, Jul 24, 2007
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  8. Kostya Zoo

    Kostya Zoo Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I agree, Brock is the best American heavyweight.

    Kind of sad, considering his poor showing against Wlad.
     
    Kostya Zoo, Jul 24, 2007
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  9. nervousxtian

    nervousxtian Trolljegeren Full Member

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    We Americans claim no heavyweights as ours.

    All of our would-be heavyweight champs are in the NFL and NBA.

    Ray Lewis TKO 2 Wlad Klitschko... ;)
     
    nervousxtian, Jul 24, 2007
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  10. Kostya Zoo

    Kostya Zoo Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Aren't you a boxing fan? You have to be kidding :patsch


    And I'm still not sold on the "they're playing other sports" argument, either.
     
    Kostya Zoo, Jul 24, 2007
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  11. joeboxer

    joeboxer Well-Known Member Full Member

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    me either. its sour grapes. good athletes were going into football and basketball at far higher rates than boxing 20 years ago.
     
    joeboxer, Jul 24, 2007
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  12. brooklyn1550

    brooklyn1550 Roberto Duran Full Member

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    I think Calvin Brock is better than Tony Thompson
     
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  13. RUSKULL

    RUSKULL Loyal Member banned

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    I think Holyfield vs. Brock would be a good fight.

    Am I outta my friggin' mind or what? :huh
     
    RUSKULL, Jul 24, 2007
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  14. Zakman

    Zakman ESB's Chinchecker Full Member

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    This is right on the money - and it says alot about the sad state of American HW boxing.
     
    Zakman, Jul 24, 2007
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  15. Dr Gonzo

    Dr Gonzo Yo! Molesta La Breastas! Full Member

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    hell yeah - the boxing banker deserves a ton of props
     
    Dr Gonzo, Jul 24, 2007
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