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#1 Posted: 2/1/2012 6:30:50 PM
1. Sugar Ray Robinson: 173-19-6(108)
Incomparable. Quite simply the finest fighter in history. Robinson was a
man who could do it all - fight while coming forward or backing up. He
could both give and take a punch and his speed, accuracy, stamina and
courage were amazing. What’s more, he displayed all the aforementioned
qualities whilst fighting opposition of the highest merit. Even guys who
were never champion in Robinson’s day would more than likely become so
today. Hell, even the journeymen were tough! And one last point - Ray,
in over two hundred pro bouts, was never legitimately KO’d.
3. MUHAMMAD ALI: 56-5(37) The greatest ever heavyweight. Ali was
blessed with supernatural speed and agility. He was also fortunate
enough to have had a ton of worthy contenders willing to try their hand
at beating him. Because Ali fought, and dominated, in a golden era for
the heavyweights (the 1970’s) his true greatness was revealed. Also had
in his possession the finest chin in all of boxing. Was as brave as any
fighter in history. Enjoyed shocking the world time and again.
4. Ezzard Charles: 93-25-1(52) The best light heavyweight in boxing
history. Although never world champion at 175, was clearly the best.
Went 3-0 with the legendary Archie Moore, even knocking Moore flat on
one occasion. Also twice defeated the slick Charley Burley.
“The Cincinnati Cobra” eventually moved up to heavyweight where he did
become world champ. Perhaps best known for giving the great Rocky
Marciano his hardest fight- losing a gruelling and close fifteen round
decision. In a return match he came desperately close to beating him
again, by inflicting a savage cut on Marciano’s nose. His finest weight
though was definitely 175.
5. Roberto Duran: 103-16(70) If Armstrong wasn’t the finest ever at
135, then Duran was. Simply born to fight, Roberto was as mean and tough
as any man who ever stepped into the ring. Won his first world title by
manhandling the experienced Ken Buchanan, when aged only twenty. Had
brutal three fight series with Esteban De Jesus, going 2-1, before
moving up to 147 and handing Ray Leonard his first loss. His legacy is
hurt somewhat due to second fight with Leonard. Still had lots to offer
post 1980, however, including the capturing of two more world titles.
Capped off his great fighting days with excellent win over the much
bigger Iran Barkley. Only ever counted out once, in his fight with
Thomas Hearns.
6. Willie Pep: 229-11-1(65) Superb defensive fighter. Legend has it
he once won a round without throwing a single punch, such was his
defensive wizardry and ability at making the other guy look foolish.
Went unbeaten in first sixty three fights! Captured featherweight world
title in 1946 against Sal Bartola. At this point in career had only lost
the one bout, on points to Sammy Angott, unbeaten in other ninety nine!
Remembered for violent four fight series with murderous punching Sandy
Saddler. Probably the best featherweight in history.
7. Archie Moore: 185-23-10(131) Scored more KO’s than any other boxer
in history. Was made to wait until almost forty before getting crack at
light heavyweight title. Won it handily with fifteen round decision
over Joey Maxim and kept it for nearly ten years. Only guy he couldn’t
master was Ezzard Charles. Like Charles moved up to heavyweight and
fought Marciano. Scored knockdown in second round and until dying day
maintained that if benevolent referee hadn’t aided “The Rock” he would
have scored KO win. Also fought the much younger Floyd Patterson and
Cassius Clay. Became fine trainer after retirement from fighting.
8. Benny Leonard: 90-6-1(70) Incredible lightweight. Some say the
best ever at the weight. Fought a who’s who of great lightweights
including - Johnny Dundee, Ted “Kid” Lewis, Rocky Kansas and Lew
Tendler. First won title in 1917, against Freddie welsh. Held it until
1924, when he retired after a win over Pal Moran, thus vacating title.
Made comeback seven years later but only a shadow of what he once was.
Also to be noted, Leonard twice fought for the welterweight title, his
fight with “Kid” Lewis being a no-decision and his fight with Jack
Britton being ruled a disqualification win for Britton. Tragically,
Leonard, known as “The Ghetto Wizard,” died aged only fifty one, while
refereeing a boxing match.
9. Sugar Ray Leonard: 36-3-1(25) A boxer blessed with many fine
attributes. Speed, power, athleticism and personality. Captured Olympic
gold in 1976 and from then on could seemingly do no wrong. Soon won
world welterweight title in fine fight with Wilfred Benitez. Even when
losing to Duran in 1980 earned many plaudits for showing heart and
fighting Duran’s fight. Made “Hands of Stone” say “No Mas” and quit in
rematch later in same year. Then unified welterweight titles with
arguably greatest win - a fourteenth round stoppage of Thomas “The
Hitman” Hearns. Retired shortly thereafter due to retina problems, only
to return five years later( after one disappointing Tune-up) and shock
Marvellous Marvin Hagler. However, popularity suffered shortly
afterwards as many felt Sugar was beneficiary of unjust verdict. Also
tarnished image by carrying on too long and suffering humbling defeats
to Terry Norris and Hector Camacho. During prime years, however, was one
of the best ever welterweights.
10. Charley Burley: 83-12-2(50) To many the finest fighter to never
win a world title. Was avoided like the plague. Rumoured to be the only
man Ray Robinson ducked. Literally begged for a shot at a world title.
One man who did fight him( in a non-title affair) was Archie Moore.
Moore was beaten handily on points, with Archie on the floor three
times. Also defeated quality men such as - Fritzie Zivic, Billy Soose
and Holman Williams. Burley retired in 1950, never having been stopped.
One of the gravest wastes of talent in the history of the ring. Deserved
a title shot far more than many men who received one. |
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#5 Posted: 2/1/2012 6:38:47 PM QUOTE Originally Posted by Jerseyboy89:
Mayewather. Mayweather is the most complete fighter ever. Willie Pep could never fight a tough fight like Floyd can. End of story.
you're kidding, right??? LMFAO...plezzz...
mayweather...
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#6 Posted: 2/1/2012 6:41:38 PM
.I could go on and on for days, if not weeks or year...
Mayweather is a fraud.
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#9 Posted: 2/2/2012 1:14:22 AM
Julio César Chávez
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#11 Posted: 2/2/2012 2:05:46 AM QUOTE Originally Posted by thesoulpurpose:
chavez was great no doubt about it, but I do not think that he is even the greatest fighter in the history of his country, to me that would go to RICARDO LOPEZ and if SALVADOR SANCHEZ did not die so young, I think he would be rated higher, but he did die young so maybe it's disrespectful to rate sanchez higher than chavez, who did accomplish more, although I do think sancez was a better fighter and also when ruben olivarez was at 118, before he let all the partying greatly effect his career, I think he gives chavez a run for his money in a pound for pound sence as well, check out olivares's first title win vs lionel rose, you will rarely ever see a fighter as zoned in as olivares was that night, kind of like when chavez fought rosario. either way lopez, sanchez, chavez, olivares all truly great fighters no matter how you rank them. |
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#12 Posted: 2/2/2012 2:10:52 AM
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#14 Posted: 2/2/2012 2:21:11 AM QUOTE Originally Posted by thesoulpurpose:
If you don't have SAM LANGFORD in your top 10 then you don't know garbage about boxing, I once posted a thread of the same title, but have no desire to get into that right now, sam was the most feared and avoided fighter ever and must be included as one of the top 10 greatest ever, if you don't that just means that your not paying attention, not saying he is the best, although he just might be, simply saying he needs to be mentioned in the top 10, oh and what about HARRY GREB, no greb either, he gets my vote as the toughest ever, the man fought everyone from welter to heavy who would get in their with him, he once fought 45 times in 1 year, kind of makes todays guys look kind of soft, when they fight a couple times per year and cry about needing a break, greb must be top ten as well. I do like the fact that you have ezzard so high on your list, not sure if any fighter ever has had as many wins over as many top guys a charles does. always fighting the best, and for the most part winning. 13 of his losses came in his last 24 fights, when he was finished. |
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#15 Posted: 2/2/2012 2:27:25 AM Julio César Chávez
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| Julio César Chávez |
| Chávez in 2006 |
| Statistics |
| Real name |
Julio César Chávez González |
| Nickname(s) |
J.C.
El César del Boxeo (The Caesar of Boxing)[1]
El Gran Campeón Mexicano (The Great Mexican Champion)[2]
Mr. KO |
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Light Middleweight
Welterweight
Light welterweight
Lightweight
Super Featherweight |
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July 12, 1962 (age 49)
Obregón, Sonora, Mexico |
| Stance |
Orthodox |
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116 |
| Wins |
107 |
| Wins by KO |
89 |
| Losses |
6 |
| Draws |
2 |
| No contests |
0 |
Julio César Chávez (born Julio César Chávez González on July 12, 1962) is a retired Mexican professional boxer. Chávez is considered the greatest fighter ever to come out of Mexico.[3] |
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#21 Posted: 2/2/2012 2:20:52 PM QUOTE Originally Posted by BigK22: you're kidding, right??? LMFAO...plezzz... mayweather... MAYFEATHER, AT LEAST CHICKEN HAS A FEATHER.
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#22 Posted: 2/2/2012 2:26:21 PM QUOTE Originally Posted by Jerseyboy89:
Mayewather. Mayweather is the most complete fighter ever. Willie Pep could never fight a tough fight like Floyd can. End of story. THE GREATEST CHICKEN BOXER IN THE HISTORY FOR SURE # 1.
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#25 Posted: 2/2/2012 5:47:09 PM QUOTE Originally Posted by thesoulpurpose:
much more than half of the guys chavez fought were bums, so throwing out his win totals and all of the title defences he made of the wbc belt, come on, do you remember when whitaker dominated him in their super showdown, I could go on, but have no desire too, when did you ever see LOPEZ dominated, never, because he never lost, just face it LOPEZ, Is better, technicaly lopez is superior, plus he hit much harder than chavez in a pound for pound sence, clearly you are a biased chavez supporter, it IS a close call between the 2 though and I think it would be a close split if we took a poll, SANCHEZ is better too, he just did not have time to accomplish as much, you highlight, that I do not no garbage about boxing, funny as I am a up and coming pro fighter, who also had 88 amateur wins with only 2 losses as well. so as compared to me your the one who does not know garbage, their are actually people out their that believe that LOPEZ is the greatest fighter ever (I am not one of them, I rate him in my top 10 ever though) same with SANCEZ. roy jones actually rates SANCHEZ as the best of all time (besides himself,) I do not no one person who says that CHAVEZ is the best fighter ever, chavez is top 25 of all time, and one of the top 3 mexicans ever, you act like that is a bad thing.
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