Quote Originally Posted by Primo Carnera View Post
“AJ Has no killer instinct “ FFS, people soon forget his early career and even after becoming World Champion, starching out opponents like Whyte and Charles Martin.
He couldn’t “go for the kill” because he wasn’t getting opportunities, BECAUSE USYK IS BETTER! one chance he got was in the 9th and nobody can say he didn’t go for it.
What happened in the 10th is more about how fucking good Usyk is rather than anything AJ did wrong.
No killer instinct my ass!
Always easier to say what you would do when you aren't in the ring against one of the most skilled big men in the history of the sport in Usyk. AJ fought well and lost a close decision to a great fighter and then had difficulty handling his emotions when reality set in. I wish he had handled it different (as does he), and I understand the criticism of those actions, but I can empathize with competing and giving your best, fully believing you will prevail, only to realize the other competitor IS JUST BETTER. When I did it I was in the amateurs and in front of thousands, not millions of people and I handled it worse than AJ did by far (which is why I'm likely more sympathetic/empathetic). AJ should get some negative press for his actions (he seems to be accepting the criticism and taking responsibility), but the guy isn't a disgrace and we should give him the chance to redeem himself. James Butler is a disgrace to the sport. Panama Lewis is a disgrace to the sport. Antonio Margarito is a disgrace to the sport. Joshua is nowhere near those guys- he had an emotional and unfortunate reaction to a tough loss.