Vernon Forrest vs Paul Williams

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  1. SugarShane_24

    SugarShane_24 ESB good-looking member Full Member

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    One boxer is a highly skilled, tall, rangy black guy who can punch. The other is a highly skilled, tall, rangy black guy who can punch. This match-up keeps getting better when I say it. :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

    Seriously, physical attributes are similar, then all that matters is which side you think will win. Forrest's experience or the youth of Williams.

    I can't make up my mind on this one. What do you think?
     
  2. WhataRock

    WhataRock Loyal Member Full Member

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    Physically they are similar...different styles...different ages aswell.

    Id say Forrest has the big edge in technical skills and defense.....Williams may just topple the old man though with his busier style..I dont think Vernon has the legs to do his thing for the 12 anymore.
     
  3. SugarShane_24

    SugarShane_24 ESB good-looking member Full Member

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    That's what I also figured. He was able to impose his will against Mora because that guy can't punch. Williams is a much busier fighter and more heavy handed.

    But Forrest was such a veteran he may have some tricks up his sleeve that gets Williams by surprise.
     
  4. MAG1965

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    Williams will win, Forrest is old.
     
  5. Zaryu

    Zaryu Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Forrest to me, has the skills to beat Williams, I just don't think he'll be able to pull it off.
     
  6. El Borracho

    El Borracho Boxing Addict Full Member

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    A younger version of Forrest would KO Williams, but today I think Williams takes an easy UD over the old man
     
  7. PH|LLA

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    one is shot, the other is in his prime.