Why Some Of The Most Naturally Talented Boxers Don't Fulfill Their Potential

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Look at Grzegorz Proksa. He is a pure athlete but ends up losing to Kerry Hope.
Proksa had every physical advantage but it was Hope that kept pushing harder and harder.

 

Only just seen the Linares fight and I am shocked. The guy cuts so easily, and he looked different than how he did against Demarco, looks like the beating he took must have left behind some scarring. I think after last night, it's safe to say the guy is damaged goods and won't be fulfilling the hype surrounding him pre-Demarco.

I honestly thought that if Linares/Demarco II happenned then Linares would make it square but after last night, theres no chance.

 

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i think andre dirrell has a really solid chin, his heart is another story

 

Linares-Thin skin and arguably doesn't like being hit back...a bit like Judah maybe
Dawson-Isn't a fighter. Amazing athlete but he lacks the fire needed to be a fighter
Dirrell (breaks my heart...to be honest)-Same as Dawson
Degale-Sadly he's over confident and a bit...well...stupid. Over thinks things in the ring.
Alexander-Probably not mentally mature enough to be a great boxer YET
Berto (to some degree)-Crap competition has seen him never move on to the next level
Ortiz (to some degree)-Mentally has issues, is a front runner
Juanma Lopez-Lack of stamina, not the smartest in the ring
Pascal (not talented in terms of skills, but as natural athlete)-Too muscular, poor stamina

 

A lot of the guys you listed there are American hype jobs.