why was Dubois effective against AJ but not Usyk

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  1. edabomb

    edabomb Active Member Full Member

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    Also fatiguing to be that engaged with your opponent. DD looked exhausted very early on and that contributed to his lack on punch resistance I'm sure.

    Another factor is Usyk has a very durable chin. He can rely on his skills evading and riding punches knowing he has a slither of margin for error. AJ was in panic mode against DD backtracking in straight lines as he lost his composure after that first knock down.
     
    edabomb, Jul 20, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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  2. Antigoon

    Antigoon Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Tony Bellew described it well...somehow, the constant "in your face but still elusive" pressure of Usyk , drains stamina like no other.
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    Antigoon, Jul 20, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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  3. Rico Spadafora

    Rico Spadafora Master of Chins Full Member

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    Because Usyk is levels above Glass Jawed AJ
     
    Rico Spadafora, Jul 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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