Would Ruddock have made a good contender in the 1970s

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  1. Fergy

    Fergy Walking Dead Full Member

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    And Jerry Quarry a good contender in the 1990 s?
    Which fighter would have been the more successful ?
     
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  2. InMemoryofJakeLamotta

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    Of course Ruddock makes a good contender in the 70s and he would be dangerous for Joe Frazier, even though Frazier is the greater fighter.

    Quarry would be a bit small for the 90s, but not much smaller than early 90s Holyfield. He would not beat Lewis, Holyfield, Tyson or Bowe.
     
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    Yes I can see him being dangerous for Frazier, he hit hard enough.
    Joe gets a decision over him or a late stoppage, especially if it s 15 rounds.
    He'd be deadly dangerous against Norton, he maybe stops Lyle or Shavers.

    Quarry would maybe get wins over Mercer possibly, Bert cooper, maybe Moorer.
    Guys like Tyson, Lewis etc are definitely a no no for him.