Was the Layne fight Rocky's most impressive performance ?

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  1. he grant

    he grant Historian/Film Maker

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    Bummy, by your age you should know better .. :roll: .. that being said, I appreciate the honest feedback by those not trying to hijack an honest thread ..
     
  2. Bummy Davis

    Bummy Davis Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    search your soul he grant.....I know and you know....its all in fun but I think I answered your question honestly as I always do but because of your history and Bias against Marciano, suspiciously.

    You are usually a good poster but I guess we all have our flaws :yep
     
  3. SuzieQ49

    SuzieQ49 The Manager Full Member

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    I've always believed the Layne and Louis fights in 1951 were Rocky at his absolute best. I also think during that time, rocky would have knocked out ezzard charles to take his crown in 51, though it would have been a great fight with rocky behind on points until late. Rocky was at his very best physically against layne, his one punch power better than ever, his speed at its best. I do believe Rocky's defense improved later on by 1955, but not by a signifigant amount. Rocky definitely fought more like a brutal slugger in 1951, and more of a cutie/swarmer in 55. Rocky's performance against Layne was one of his best.
     
  4. Caelum

    Caelum Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Always liked the KO punch he threw in that fight.