Who was the better amateur Rigondeaux or Lomachenko?

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  1. Koba

    Koba Whimsical Inactivisist Full Member

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    Yeah just seen it on 'scene. Still think Loma oughta have at least 5-6 pro fights B4 looking at Rigo however, in terms of ability there's little to choose but right now Rigos pro experience could give him the edge. I'd be wanting to wait 'til 2015 if I was Loma.
     
  2. platnumpapi

    platnumpapi Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Rigondeaux is a outstanding boxer. ring iq and skill set is off the charts. he's better boxer then broner, russell jr, garcia, cruz and crawford. he beat all those bums in the ams, i think he better then Lomachenko hands down.
     
  3. user9992

    user9992 Member Full Member

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    Yeahh, but Lomachenko was better amateur with his record: 400- fights, 1 loss.
    Rigondeaux: 400- fights, 11 losses.

    For example GGG's: 350+ fights, 5 losses
     
  4. ReverendSultan

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  5. Barrera

    Barrera Defeated Boxing_master Full Member

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    rigo is a more rounded boxer and has clearly proved it with his pro run
     
  6. Koba

    Koba Whimsical Inactivisist Full Member

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    Well how's about we get to see Loma's pro run before making that judgement.

    They are stylistically different to be sure but in what ways do you consider Rigo more 'rounded' as an am? (I acknowledge that the ability to accept a loss from time to time is an important part of a rounded character, but I mean in terms of boxing skills).

    The record alone suggests to me that Lomachenko has been able to adapt to and overcome a wider range of styles and skill levels.

    Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't really put one above the other, but I can't understand the claim that Rigo is somehow better, especially not 'clearly' or 'obviously.