Winky Wright returns April 9th, Golden Boy PPV

[skel1983]

Fat Dan says Macklin is being lined up for Winky, who would you rather see Winky v Macklin or Macklin v Barker?

[bzkfn]

Fat Dan says Macklin is being lined up for Winky, who would you rather see Winky v Macklin or Macklin v Barker?

I hope not. Hate Macklin so much. The guy has delusions of grandure. Utter tosser.

[donnydarkoIRL]

I think people assume that Wright is done based on horrible outings with Hopkins and Williams. However we must remember that is the speciality of both Opponents.

Given his defensive style and experience I think he can return for a few succesful fights, though it would be a travesty to see him fight anywhere above 160.

Inactivity and age also count against him

Thats possible, but you'd be surprised how little that will affect Winky.
Miles offered a parallel with Sugar Shane, but there is one very important difference. Shane is a "physical" fighter. He relies on his speed and strength combined with timing. Winky is a "technical" fighter, his game relies on a boxing system of defence. Physical fighters are far more susceptible to ring rust than technical fighters. Technical fighters can also readjust to fighting form quicker than guys who rely on their physical prowess.

[The Hitman]

I was reading a 1997 edition of Boxing Monthly I found in a box up the attic - I looked at the Rankings to see how many of the fighters were still going, I found Herbie Hide, Holyfield, Roy Jones, Bernard Hopkins, Shane Mosely and, amongst others godd ole Winky Wright was WBO Light Middle champ at the time - incredible these guys are still going - but who can blame them, if the money is right!

[Master]

Good post Hitman, post on here more regularly.