Underrated Fighters Of The 90's?

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  1. Drew101

    Drew101 Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    A few more:

    Junior Jones (two victories over MAB speaks well of his ability.)
    Wilfredo Vasquez
    Genero Hernandez
    Freddie Norwood (classic 'what-could-have-been' case)
    Vuyani Bungu
    Johnny Tapia
     
  2. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    What happened to Norwood, out of curiosity?
     
  3. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    I thought Gainer TKO'ed him?
     
  4. PowerPuncher

    PowerPuncher Loyal Member Full Member

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    He got all of his body into his shots faster than any fighter but he fell into the trap of putting too much on his shots at the expense of hit and not being hit

    The amount of 1 punch KOs was sensational, especially considering he should have been a career 122lber. Don't forget he stopped 2 fighters both in 2rounds that both went the full 12rounds with Morales.
     
  5. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Thanks.

    Do you know anything about Norwood, out of curiosity?
     
  6. Russell

    Russell Loyal Member Full Member

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    Any idea why he pulled out of the Gamboa fight?
     
  7. mr. magoo

    mr. magoo VIP Member Full Member

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    Orlin Norris wasn't a bad mention. He was a pretty good heavyweight contender in the early 90's, then later on in the decade, became an established crusierweight champ.

    I also like the mention of Simon Brown. Definately an all time great who some seem to have forgotten. Mike McCallum is another name that comes to mind.