Do your friends like boxing?

[sanj16]

Occasionally I run into someone who claims he is a "boxing fan" and how he watched a recent fight. I get all excited and go on for about 15 mins about the fight, fighter, style, competition etc and then see's that the guy doesn't know what the hell I'm talking about! The false hope is killing me.
What good is there watching a great fight without someone else knowledgeable to talk to. I've tried watching it with mates, but they drive me crazy saying things like "that guy will win because he's bigger" or "he should just punch him in the face!?!" Trying to explain the intricacies of boxing to a layperson is a nightmare.

I know exactly what you mean... I hate coming across "Boxing fans"... False hope was the perfect phrase... A relitives new boyfriend came to a family party and started talking about the HWDiv. I was like, wow I have someone to talk to... Then he began to say things like "that giant guy" and "the russian"....Whhich one??
My heart sank and I went back to discussing football with my brother in law...

I feel your pain....