Zaire Foreman vs Vitali Klitschko

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  1. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    I think Vitali has a good chance. Foreman was extremely unimaginative in his first incarnation. What Ali pulled off wasn't exactly rocket science but was sufficient to stop, not outpoint, George. Vitali has the physical qualities to match well with Foreman, also.
     
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  2. reznick

    reznick In the 7.2% Full Member

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    I'd give Ali more credit. I don't think many fighters would've had the creativity to fight Foreman on the ropes. And the ability to take his punches, and counter at the right time. One slip up with a guy like Foreman, one mistimed or overzealous counter, could open you up to a clean KO blow. And Ali avoided every KO blow while landing hard counters and lead straights.

    Ali winning that fight in close quarters on the ropes I think was one of the smartest displays of boxing I've ever seen.
     
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  3. NoNeck

    NoNeck Pugilist Specialist

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    Vitali tko 6. Because Lyle.
     
  4. JohnThomas1

    JohnThomas1 VIP Member

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    Bingo. Ali is the greatest for a reason. What he did that night was really something.
     
  5. Stevie G

    Stevie G Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Vitali would win his share of the points for however loing the fight lasts. Once George lands consistently,though,game over.
     
  6. cuchulain

    cuchulain Loyal Member Full Member

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    It's a pick'em.

    I have Foreman as one of the very few that I rank above Vitali h2h, both men prime and in top form.

    The Zaire Foreman was not in top form, so it's very possible Vitali could have edged it.

    If I had to bet my life on the outcome, I would probably go with George.