Fighters who were a joy/bigger joy to watch as up-and-comers

[Beanflicker]

Well I think pretty much every major fighter was more fun to watch as up-and-comers because they were fighting inferior, carefully picked opposition that were there to make them look good. I mean, who didn't enjoy watching guys like Tyson, De La Hoya, ect just destroy guys.

I think the two who pop to mind though are Floyd Mayweather and Roy Jones.

People talk about how boring Mayweather is now, which is true, but from 130-140 when he was younger he was electrifying. He had blisteringly fast hands, he let them go more often in combinations, and he fought as a boxer-puncher who was usually looking for the knockout. Young Floyd was a treat to watch.

Roy Jones was the same, from 160-168 he has incredible speed and BRUTAL, legit 1-punch KO power in each hand. At 175 he still had finishing power, but he seemed more content to carry his opponents and cruise to wide UDs without taking too much risk.

But early Jones and Mayweather, that's what makes boxing great: insanely gifted athletes with virtuoso talent, who had mean intentions and looked for the KO. Doesn't get better than that.

[Beanz]

Hatton. He was like a f**kin Roman candle. Early nights and fireworks all the way.The guy may not have been the most naturally blessed boxer, but he worked really hard with what he had and never left the ring without giving his opponent the full works and the fans a great night. Boxing is about entertainment and heart, not just skill, and Ricky more times than not, put on a show.