Wlads biggest problem: He panics when he gets hit

He is also a heavyweight, meaning he absorbs much harder punches so it's harder to recover.

 

He's just not cut out for the boxing game, that Wladimir Klitschko.

 

LOL

 

He did OK in the 5th when dropped to recover and come back and hurt Joshua. But he could be better when hurt, same with Joshua, not sure how he survived those middle rounds he was getting hit a lot and didn't seem to be able to keep Wlad off him but somehow survived.

 

He almost pulled the upset but he fought poorly. Should tell us more about Joshua than the same 40 year old flick jabbing no right hand having Wladimir we've seen the last 3 years. He needs to retire.

 

He got knocked down in the 5th and then beat Joshua up for the rest of the round.

Love panic like that+

 

There is some truth to what the OP says, Wlad always had problems when his opponents attack with power, speed and aggression.

 

Who the hell doesn't LOL?

 

I agree with this he needs to have a better game plan when hurt. He could have held or used footwork or movement to get out of the way. In the 5th round he had the right plan. It's kinda scary though both times Joshua bullrushed Wlad he was able to knock him down. I really think Wlad could have survived the 11th his legs were stable somewhat.

 

He does panic but it's because his chin isn't good. His legs go weak when he gets hit so he falls to the ground. Pretty simple. He showed good determination and heart. To answer MVC, Holyfield doesn't panic when hit but that's why he's an ATG.

 

Floyd is a great example who looks unfazed and very composed when attacked with the kitchen sink type approach even by an elite fighter. A rare example.

I would say about 5% of elite fighters remain this composed, if not less. Wlad is not one of them.

 

Wlad never had the makings of a varsity athlete

 

Unlike Joshua who was wise enough to spit out his gum shield when on the brink of defeat.