Who were the best at...

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  1. dpw417

    dpw417 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Handcuffing an opponent on the inside?...getting either the angle to attack while not being countered...or by being slick enough to use hand placement/grappling (within the rules) to block an opponent while scoring themselves...
    Prime examples Ezzard Charles holding Joe Louis' arms inside, then getting off quick one-two's, then moving out of harm's way...Seeing a picture of Benny Leonard placing his left hand on an opponent's right arm to take it away in close range...

    Who catches your attention?
     
  2. McGrain

    McGrain Diamond Dog Staff Member

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    James Toney, Henry Armstrong, Billy Conn, Jose Stable.
     
  3. Unforgiven

    Unforgiven VIP Member banned Full Member

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    Jack Johnson, Ezzard Charles, Jack Dempsey, Sandy Saddler, Larry Holmes ...

    ..Ricky Hatton
     
  4. timmers612

    timmers612 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Dang, I've seen many but the one who stands out here is Jack Johnson. This skill was made to order for his style and strength.