Virchis stops Hawkins in 5th

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by Big Ukrainian, Nov 17, 2007.


  1. Odo

    Odo Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Why? Does Peter really have superior skills? I very much doubt it.
    Vidoz kicked the African's ass at the last olympic tournament.As we all know Virchis brutally knocked Vidoz out in their first encounter,and outboxed him in their second encounter.
    I for my part think that the African is totally overrated here on esb.
    On top of that all his style is tailor made for Virchis.
    A hittable stationary target wont last the distance with Virchis.And as we all learnt from Sam's last outing to a ring his chin isnt the best out there either.
     
  2. brooklyn1550

    brooklyn1550 Roberto Duran Full Member

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    I would pick Virchis by TKO, but he isn't a skilled as Samuel Peter. Peter's jab, counterpunching, and technical skills are better than Virchis. Don't bring up Vidoz - that was the amateurs. Kelson Pinto beat Miguel Cotto in the amateurs and we saw what happened in the professional ranks. Peter would have beaten Vidoz if they ever fought as pros.
     
  3. Odo

    Odo Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I dont know,brooklyn!

    Virchis has improved a lot since Sprott almost beat him.
    He outboxed Vidoz in their second encounter displaying good boxing skills and showing decent stamina.Of course Virchis will never look like a dancer,but he certainly didnt look that clumsy and slow-as he did against Bidenko for example-in his last outings to a ring.
    Peter would have beaten Vidoz at the pros? You are probably right,but I wouldnt have bet much money on the African.
    Vidoz is a cagey pro who can box and punch a little bit.He kicked Peter's ass at the amateurs,and as we all know a lot of things can happen during a fight.