‘One is an offensive typhoon while the other is a defensive maestro’: When Speed Meets Power In Boxing! – takes a look at the greatest speed vs power matchups throughout boxing history

2016 RING AWARDS: FINALISTS FOR FIGHT OF THE YEAR

In all honesty, the conclusive shot was inevitable, marking the 2016 Ring Magazine Knockout of the Year. As I predicted from the outset, his speed made him a formidable opponent. I anticipated complications from the beginning. On September 10th, 1993, Mexican legend Julio Cesar Chavez, with an unrivaled 87-0 record, faced his most challenging adversary yet, the defensive wizard Sweet P. For now, let’s revisit the moment.

Once again, we found ourselves in a familiar situation. Chavez, known for his dominance, encountered unexpected resistance. Facing judges from foreign countries, the action unfolded, with Nick Whitaker taking the initiative. Surprisingly, Cornell deviated from expectations, choosing to engage Chavez up close and personal. The crowd was taken aback by this bold strategy.

Cornell skillfully mixed it up, exceeding everyone’s expectations. Opting to fight Chavez at his own game, he showcased an unparalleled ability to evade punches at any distance. This unorthodox approach made it clear to Chavez’s fans that this bout wouldn’t be just another routine victory.

Chavez’s relentless pressure dominated the match, but much of the time, his punches found nothing but air, met instead by four or five shots in return. The majority decision, met with boos even from Chavez’s home crowd, reflected a contest where the Mexican didn’t convincingly win more than two or three rounds.

Anthony Joshua aimed to maintain his undefeated record at 23-0 against the deceptively quick Andy Ruiz Jr. In a surprising turn of events, Ruiz knocked out Joshua, who appeared out cold before hitting the ground. Despite a remarkable recovery, Joshua couldn’t shake off the effects of Ruiz’s initial temple shot. However, Joshua secured his revenge six months later with a unanimous decision.

Following a disappointing streak, former three-weight world champion Zab Judah faced the highly ranked and dangerous Lucas Batista. Judah, aiming to impress his dwindling HBO fan base, put on a clinic for eight to nine rounds. Despite Matisse finishing strong, Zab’s early work secured the victory.

Muhammad Ali, long past his prime, faced the formidable puncher Ernie Shavers. Despite Shavers landing heavy shots, Ali’s confidence and showmanship baffled many. Ali taunted the crowd between rounds and convincingly won the majority of rounds, showcasing his legendary chin.

Hector “Macho” Camacho, boxing’s celebrated showman, defended his WBC lightweight title against Edwin Rosario in 1986. The first four rounds exemplified the video’s subject matter, with Camacho’s blazing speed countered by Rosario’s power. Although thoroughly beaten in round five, Camacho displayed his skills, turning the contest in his favor and winning the approval of two out of three ringside judges in a close fight.

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Pacquiao Delivers Surprise As He is ‘Not Really Looking For a Knockout’ Against Mayweather

Manny Pacquiao has floored 38 boxers in his professional fights, but the Filipino is ‘not really looking to knockout’ his opponent, Floyd Mayweather on 2 May at MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The eight-division world champion is rather concentrating on accumulating points from each round.

Irrespective of the strategy Pacquiao opts for the mega fight, the Filipino will be the aggressor as has been the case in his previous bouts, irrespective of the result. “Pac-Man” has entertained fans with his style of boxing.

Pacquiao has a very strong punch and Freddie Roach, the Filipino’s trainer has been urging his ward to use both his right and left hand against Mayweather.

“I’m not really looking for a knockout,” the Daily Mail quoted Pacquiao as saying. “We’re not looking only for a knockout, but at throwing a lot of punches, and also making sure that every round, we’re ahead on points.”

If the bout has to be decided on points, the appointed judges for the fight are going to be the centre of attention.

Under the watchful eyes of Roach, Pacquiao has been undergoing some serious training to be fully prepared for the bout, dubbed as the “fight of the century.”

“Manny is punching real hard, but I want him to outscore [Mayweather] in every round. I think we can win a 12-round decision. We want to throw a ton of punches,” said Roach.

Recenlty, Roach has started talking about Mayweather’s fading legs as the American is no longer the boxer he used to be some years ago, as far as his movements are concerned.

The Filipino will try to use his swiftness inside the ring to his advantage. “Mayweather’s legs are shot, and you saw it twice last year. He’s not becoming more crowd-pleasing. He just can’t move like he used to, so he has to exchange more. As long as we can hit him and then move, Mayweather can’t touch us,” added Roach.

“I think Mayweather will come right after us. I hope he does. We’re ready.”

Having said that Mayweather, who is known to possess a tight defense, will not be an easy target, despite Pacquiao’s speed and agility inside the ring.