Great match up but I go with Duran in that one. Pryor was a high volume guy but he didn't move away or focus on defense, he moved in and out in straight lines and threw nonstop punches. Duran had slow feet, as evidenced in the second Leomard fight, but he fought his best against guys who attacked him and tried to beat him up inside (except Hearns who was MUCH bigger).
When Prime Leonard, Prime Hagler, Prime Barkley, Prime Davey Moore...etc. tried to beat him up or overwhelm him, he used his outstanding inside ability and toughness to put on GREAT performances. Pryor was a beast n would've lasted te distance, but Duran was AMAZING in the inside. Watch footage of him.
I see Roberto fighting effectively on the inside, slipping, parrying, catching and countering to beat Pryor up and physically impose his will/move him around the ring. Pryor would never quit and throw 100 punches a round, keeping it close and entertaining, but Duran's inside game and body attack would be the difference in one of the ATG best fights ever. Would've been a phenomenal match up.
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