Would Tommy Gibbons realistically beat Canelo Alverez

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by MarkusFlorez99, Jul 5, 2025.


Would you favor Gibbons to beat Canelo h2h ?

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  1. No, Canelo makes him look stupid

    1 vote(s)
    12.5%

  2. Gibbons has his way with Clenelo

    7 vote(s)
    87.5%
  1. MarkusFlorez99

    MarkusFlorez99 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Canelo Alverez: 180lb

    Tommy Gibbons: 180lb

    Would Tommy Gibbons beat the future Mexican boxer or has boxing come a long way ?
     
    MarkusFlorez99, Jul 5, 2025
    MarkusFlorez99, Jul 5, 2025
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  2. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    Gibbons would do just fine. He would be competitive. And given the same... uh, supplements and professional preparation, he would have a good chance of winning.
     
    Seamus, Jul 5, 2025
    Seamus, Jul 5, 2025
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  3. CroBox29

    CroBox29 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Gibbons would not be impressed, he is taller and has good power, Canelo would fold and lose by stoppage...
     
    CroBox29, Jul 6, 2025
    CroBox29, Jul 6, 2025
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  4. Lonsdale81

    Lonsdale81 Member Full Member

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    How would Canelo operate off the gear (pre PEDs) facing fighters with lighter gloves? Fellas like Gibbons thrived in much harsher eras.. Gibbons was a skilful fighter too. Not some 'crude old timer'..
     
    Lonsdale81, Jul 6, 2025
    Lonsdale81, Jul 6, 2025
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  5. Reinhardt

    Reinhardt Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Gibbons takes him apart
     
    Reinhardt, Jul 6, 2025
    Reinhardt, Jul 6, 2025
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