[scribbs]

I've got a soft spot for Dennis Andries & was thinking about some of his fights that I had seen. IMO he took limited ability & achieved a remarkably good career, 2 x British champ, apparently robbed of a EBU title win & 3 time WBC L/Heavy champ.

But who would choose?

 

[Vic]

Mike Rossman....

 

[Luf]

I dunno my gut says someone like baldomir or Barkley, but then again the mentality both showed is an ability in itself.

 

[scribbs]

I dunno my gut says someone like baldomir or Barkley, but then again the mentality both showed is an ability in itself.

Iran Barkley, I loved that guy, yeah he fits into that mold altho he was a decent amateur, if I remember reading right (might be wrong tho).

 

[Luf]

He was quite avoided and was often "the opponent" he had the world at his feet going into the Duran fight though but obviously the legend had just too much for him. But in terms of skillset it's hard saying what he was great at. And for a 3 weight titlist that's a bit of a strange un.

 

[scribbs]

He was quite avoided and was often "the opponent" he had the world at his feet going into the Duran fight though but obviously the legend had just too much for him. But in terms of skillset it's hard saying what he was great at. And for a 3 weight titlist that's a bit of a strange un.

He was seen as a crude brawler which is basically what he was, boy was he good to watch. I prefer fighters that are not as skilled but give it a good go. Not saying I don't like skilled fighters but have a soft spot for guys who are limited (?) somewhat.

 

[Luf]

Yeah guys who win because they believe in it more, are willing to walk through fire to emerge victorious.

it's why my best boxing moment so far is froch battering bute. I was there live and it was amazing watching him walk bute down.

 

[Bladerunner]

Agree with the Barkley and Baldomir picks.

I would add Mayorga and Carl Thompson to those already mentioned.

 

[Luf]

Agree with the Barkley and Baldomir picks.

I would add Mayorga and Carl Thompson to those already mentioned.

Mayirga is an awesome shout cos he didn't even train like a champ neither but still became two divisional champ.

 

[Teeto]

Mike Rossman....

The first ever Galindez fight I ever saw was the Rossman upset!

 

[Yiddle]

I've got a soft spot for Dennis Andries & was thinking about some of his fights that I had seen. IMO he took limited ability & achieved a remarkably good career, 2 x British champ, apparently robbed of a EBU title win & 3 time WBC L/Heavy champ.

But who would choose?

I think mentioning andries is a very good shout it also made me think that jeff harding is also worth a mention

 

[Jasper Simone]

Andries is an excellent shout as far as being an over achiever is concerned. I don't know if I'm revising history in my own head but I recall him looking far more polished when he hooked up with Steward....

 

[Rattler]

Winky Wright

 

[scribbs]

Andries is an excellent shout as far as being an over achiever is concerned. I don't know if I'm revising history in my own head but I recall him looking far more polished when he hooked up with Steward....

yeah he did sharpen up a bit. He achieved a lot before that tho, so I think he's a pretty good shout. he's one of my fave fighters ever.

 

[iconpools]

Any idea what Dennis is up to these days? I have not heard about him for years.. I remember watching the Williamson and Hearns fights back when I was living in England...

 

[Batkilt]

He was seen as a crude brawler which is basically what he was, boy was he good to watch. I prefer fighters that are not as skilled but give it a good go. Not saying I don't like skilled fighters but have a soft spot for guys who are limited (?) somewhat.

That's exactly why I like Huck an awful lot. He really should be getting soundly out boxed by his opponents as he's a crude brawler that telegraphs his punches, but usually ends up dragging them into a fight and wearing them down. Based on talent and skill he's a big overachiever imo.

Not historic, I know. Sorry for the hijack.

 

[scribbs]

Any idea what Dennis is up to these days? I have not heard about him for years.. I remember watching the Williamson and Hearns fights back when I was living in England...

Found this link - he's still around supporting amateur boxing but that's all it really states. He's looking well for a 79 year old :lol:

http://visionsport.co.uk/wordpress/...inewood-starr-on-a-night-of-top-class-action/

 

[scribbs]

That's exactly why I like Huck an awful lot. He really should be getting soundly out boxed by his opponents as he's a crude brawler that telegraphs his punches, but usually ends up dragging them into a fight and wearing them down. Based on talent and skill he's a big overachiever imo.

Not historic, I know. Sorry for the hijack.

Yeah, good example is Huck. Nah you ain't hijacked, his fights are now history so it counts.

 

[Phantom]

Jim Watt comes to mind

 

[scribbs]

Jim Watt comes to mind

As a fighter or tv pundit? :lol: