What rationale is there to rate Dempsey higher than Marciano?

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by ChrisPontius, Oct 29, 2007.


  1. dmt

    dmt Hardest hitting hw ever Full Member

    13,277
    20,752
    Jul 2, 2006
    are we still onto the same topic??
     
  2. RoccoMarciano

    RoccoMarciano Blockbuster Full Member

    2,892
    16
    Jan 15, 2007
    :lol: I think so. Rating Marciano vs Dempsey.
     
  3. Unforgiven

    Unforgiven VIP Member banned Full Member

    58,747
    21,593
    Nov 24, 2005
    I disagree.
     
  4. RoccoMarciano

    RoccoMarciano Blockbuster Full Member

    2,892
    16
    Jan 15, 2007
    Let's get into this as to what you believe then.

    Pinpoint each area that you believe Dempsey was better than Marciano in :lol:

    There aren't any, but I'll certainly read your opinion and respect it!

    Dempsey, in my view, is the most overrated HW in history, bar none.
     
  5. Unforgiven

    Unforgiven VIP Member banned Full Member

    58,747
    21,593
    Nov 24, 2005
    I have no desire to change your opinion.
    I've basically stated my opinion in brief.

    If you want an example of an area in which I think Dempsey was superior, I would say footspeed, footwork, he's light on his feet like a cat (check out the first 90 seconds versus Willard, or the footage sparring vs. Bill Tate). He's on his toes, zig-zagging and versatile.

    Now, it's already clear that you think Dempsey sucks, so I dont expect you to agree.

    I think Marciano was a great great fighter, but my personal preference is for Dempsey. I wont ever think Marciano had comparable footspeed whatever you say.

    NEITHER OF THESE FIGHTERS ARE OVER-RATED.
    In my opinion.
    Both were great great heavyweights.