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Re: Huge height differences in boxing
Tyson v Tyrell Biggs, Tucker and Carl Williams had about 6 inch height difference and they were good fights for the shorter man.
Floyd v Corrales looked a big height difference and Mayweather looked good winning.
Baby Jake" Matlala was 4ft 10 and beat some "taller" boxers.
I know it is rare but the shorter guy can win.
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Who did that lanky American heavyweight, ex basketball player , white guy, lose to and it was a big shock because the Americans thought he was gonna be something special?
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Was this recent or 1970's?Originally Posted by Primo Carnera
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Sorry, I was being lazy. I was thinking of Tye Fields.Was this recent or 1970's?
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king ry would have a decent height advantage over tank if their fight happens
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True. Four and a half inches. Tank is kind of shrimpish for a lightweight... whereas Ryan could easily be a welter with that height.
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Might prove more of a problem considering he never ever moves his head.
What about Rey Vargas today? Rangier longer doesn't make you 'bigger' but all about how you use it. Rey able to do both mostly.
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For many years the Bob Foster v Dick tiger was the biggest height difference in a title fight.
6'3 - 5'8
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Sorry, I was being lazy. I was thinking of Tye Fields.Was this recent or 1970's?
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Mike Tyson was a freak of nature. At his peak, he launched bombs from all angles... and was incredibly adept at hooking upstairs (with power) while both feet were off the ground.
Not a good example.
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You know who is slightly underrated in stature, Orlin Norris. 5,9 at early heavy logging late 80's versions of Page, Snipes, Ferguson, and NC to Tubbs, loss torn knee to Cooper and then beats McCall. Thought he beat Tucker for minor title next but 'hey hello Don King'
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Just not a fan of these freak shows...
They're awkward at best.
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