Wednesday, September 3, 2014

The Defining Qualities Of The Greatest Boxers Of All Time

By Mattie MacDonald


Though sports analysts say that the once great boxing sport is now struggling to get by, this is not the case. The sport is still vibrant and widely appreciated. In case you are not familiar with the past boxers, this article provides you with the greatest boxers of all time.

Another element considered in the analysis is comparison amongst fighters during their peak. For example, Mohammad Ali may be seen to have lost to his opponent, Trevor Berbick, however, Ali was at least eight years past his prime.

Jack Johnson. Possibly the most questionable man in boxing history, was never expected to achieve what he did. However he took no notice of the social standards. He won the heavyweight title of the world on 26th December 1908 and held in for seven years. He tormented greats, for example, Stanley Ketchel and jim Jeffries and could have accomplished progressively had he not existed so carelessly.

Archie Moore is on record with the highest number of ring knock outs (131). He first came out in the year 1935 and struggled for numerous years to earn himself a living during the time black boxers were normally shunned from getting opportunities reserved to the whites. He however never yield in but snatched the lightweight championship title at 36. On overall, he prides himself of signature victories over Bobo Olson, Joey Maxim, Giulio Rinaldi and Yvon Durelle.

Mohammad Ali, in his era from 1960-1981 was marvelous in every aspect of the sport. He was outspoken, entertaining and undefeated champion of his era. The king of boxing had a record of aggregate 56 wins, with 37 being knock-out wins. In his career, he only had 5 losses. Apart from just being a boxer, he promoted the boxing sport.

Roberto Duran. In his prime he was the hardest animal one can review. In the last round of his epic experience with Leonard he, declined to touch gloves with the brilliant kid, rather looking on with hatred and revulsion. Fans really adored this mentality despite the fact that Ray was the most mainstream thing since Sinatra.

Harry Greb. Harry was the main man to beat Gene Tunney and it was in excess of 15 rounds for Tunneys light heavyweight title so it positively was no fluke. In the four ensuing rematches Greb would lose to Tunney however he would happen from this to battle at middleweight- his characteristic weight and win the world title. Sadly he passed on at the young age of 24, it was after his passing when individuals acknowledged how incredible he had been.

Jack Dempsey is remembered for ushering in the first million dollar gate back during the year 1921. Despite the fact that he disregarded the rules regularly, his no nonsense tactic evidenced some value for money. This was manifested when he knocked down Jesse Wallard seven times and in the first round. He was so active and vibrant bin the ring.




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