Who and how many fights will it take for you to give Joe respect?

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by MasterCalzaghe, Jan 13, 2008.


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  1. MasterCalzaghe

    MasterCalzaghe Guest

    In light of the whole Dan-b shameless trolling of my previous thread I created this one, a more subjective take on Joe for you all to participate in. Hopefully dan-b will not stoop to such low levels to come trolling here though he is more than welcome to come here and give his views.

    Now, we all know Joe has his doubters, fair do. I respect that. you are individuals, we are not robots so let me ask this:

    Joe retres in two fights - or so he says anyway but who would you like to see him face and win for you to warm to him?

    Any number of present named fighters you wish, take your pick.
     
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  2. peter5

    peter5 Marco.A.Barrera Full Member

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    Possibly Dawson after Hopkins
     
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  3. 196osh

    196osh Mendes Bros. Full Member

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    I already respect Calzaghe. Also too many threads about one boxer makes people dislike said boxer. Just a thought :good
     
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  4. C HOP

    C HOP The World Awaits Full Member

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    alright then Calzaghe will face

    jones

    dawson

    pavlik

    Bute

    froch

    hopkins

    fight all them in 1 year then we hve a new pound for pound #1
     
    C HOP, Jan 13, 2008
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  5. MasterCalzaghe

    MasterCalzaghe Guest

    I agree. I'll stop making threads but I will continue posting in already made ones ok.

    And yes Dawson does seem to be many people's final test, any more suggestions / views?
     
    MasterCalzaghe, Jan 13, 2008
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  6. VIP

    VIP Boxing Addict Full Member

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    He's already got my respect too. But really, he's started his run way late in his career which is why he is not held to the same esteem as the likes Jones Jr., Mayweather, Toney, DLH and some of his other contemporaries.
     
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  7. Ilesey

    Ilesey ~ Full Member

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    Calzaghe has already earned my respect. I think he is in the twilight of his career and a win against Hopkins would seal an excellent career. He has fought and beaten some great fighters. If he retires after beating Hopkins I would have no problem at all. There is a possible fight against Dawson. Fights against Froch and Jones would do nothing to enhance his standing in my opinion.
     
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  8. inchpunch

    inchpunch Active Member Full Member

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    He needs to do nothing further to get my utmost respect.

    - Longest winning streak amateurs and pros combined in the history of boxing
    - Only non - heavyweight to ever stop Chris Byrd
    - titleholder for ten years
    - not single win was close enough that the loser complained about the decision
    - classy guy, even his trashtalk is not disrespectful, never resorts to dirty tactics

    Anything else he does at this point of his career is a bonus.
     
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  9. dan-b

    dan-b Guest

    What about Robin Reid?
     
    dan-b, Jan 13, 2008
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  10. jc

    jc Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    A split decision, but still not any real robbery. Clear win.
     
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  11. dan-b

    dan-b Guest

    Robin Reid did complain though.;)
     
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  12. teke

    teke Titans Time !!! Full Member

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    I agree
     
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  13. MON

    MON Active Member Full Member

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    Robin Reid said Calzaghe won, because he was too fast.
     
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  14. Marnoff

    Marnoff Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    He can retire if he beats Hopkins.

    Edit: I already have full respect for Calzaghe, but I think this would be a great win, regardless of Hopkins' age.
     
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  15. dan-b

    dan-b Guest

    Quote citation please.
     
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