Re: Lyle's, Pick'em Hypothetical Fights

Originally Posted by
El Kabong
I know Holmes was really a top notch boxer, I just think with age George Foreman learned to box a lot better as well, he still threw punches with great power, but he had a better jab and a great right cross, his defense had also improved. I just think at that point in time Holmes could be over powered. Prime for Prime I don't think there are many fighters George Foreman loses to but Larry Holmes is one I'm on the fence for.
Yes George was a better boxer but Holmes would have taken the shots and pride a lone would make him not lose to George. I think that fight was going to go a head at one time. Shame it did not.
Do not let success go to your head and do not let failure get to your heart.
Bookmarks