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azguy · 18 November 2011, 05:35 AM

I grew up loving boxing, Ali, Frazier, Ken Norton and my all-time favorite Marvin Hagler

When I was in my early 20's I meet him on several occassions when he came into a bar/nightclub that an "Italian" guy from the hood owned.

No bodyguard, no entourage, nothing, just himself. He was 100% approuchable, took the time to speak with everyone, shake hands and sign cocktail napkins. Nobdy would mess with him because he could kill you with one punch but also there would be 50 guys there that would defend him before he even got up off of his chair.

He may have been one of the most popular athletes in Boston history- Who's yours ?

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wantonebad · 18 November 2011, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by azguy

I grew up loving boxing, Ali, Frazier, Ken Norton and my all-time favorite Marvin Hagler

When I was in my early 20's I meet him on several occassions when he came into a bar/nightclub that an "Italian" guy from the hood owned.

No bodyguard, no entourage, nothing, just himself. He was 100% approuchable, took the time to speak with everyone, shake hands and sign cocktail napkins. Nobdy would mess with him because he could kill you with one punch but also there would be 50 guys there that would defend him before he even got up off of his chair.

He may have been one of the most popular athletes in Boston history- Who's yours ?

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We have yet another thing in common, John. My only regret is that SRL stole his championship (he admitted it himself) and the Hagler never fought again. Oh well, he went out with class, which is more then you can say for most.

Brunotheboxer · 18 November 2011, 05:56 AM

I was born and raised in Brockton.

azguy · 18 November 2011, 06:03 AM

Then I'm sure you have been in Frank's, lol.....

tattooedfagin · 18 November 2011, 06:11 AM

Nigel Benn

MonBK · 18 November 2011, 06:17 AM

Without a doubt Ingemar Johansson, the last white heavy weight champion and a dear friend of mine.

Rest in peace Ingo.

Brunotheboxer · 18 November 2011, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by azguy

Then I'm sure you have been in Frank's, lol.....

I've been to Franks and the foxy lady.

How about George's?

Christos and the Italian kitchen?

wantonebad · 18 November 2011, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

I've been to Franks and the foxy lady.

How about George's?

Christos and the Italian kitchen?

I Like Christos, great salad but I prefer the pizza at the Cape Cod Cafe!!

Grumpy Badger · 18 November 2011, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Without a doubt Ingemar Johansson, the last white heavy weight champion and a dear friend of mine.

Rest in peace Ingo.

Great fighter!

Very cool that you knew him and that he was a good bloke in "real" life.

RIP

mrloneranger · 18 November 2011, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by tattooedfagin

Nigel Benn

Oh yes, the dark destroyer!! That guy fought with serious passion.

subtona · 18 November 2011, 07:14 AM

its been so long since those great heavyweights.... but in their absence, this is the first boxer that came to my mind.....

Brunotheboxer · 18 November 2011, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

I Like Christos, great salad but I prefer the pizza at the Cape Cod Cafe!!

Spoken like a true Brocktonian.

paddy_crow · 18 November 2011, 09:44 AM

I don't have a favorite boxer, I stopped following the sport many moons ago.

When I opened the thread, I thought it was going to be about dogs. LOL

DiamondJack · 18 November 2011, 10:21 AM

Sugar Ray Leonard has to be in the mix...... At his best he was just magical to watch in the ring. Sublime skills combined with Incredible speed of hands and mind, agility, strategy and serious heart too. Without doubt my favourite boxer of all time

Dr.Brian · 18 November 2011, 10:35 AM

Bruno?

Brunotheboxer · 18 November 2011, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

Bruno?

Brian.

Nah I never boxed. I just got the nickname Bruno the Boxerman because of my love of the dog breed.

I am a Brockton Boxer.

The boxer dog is the mascot for Brockton high school.

kareemthedream33 · 18 November 2011, 10:41 AM

The Brown Bomber, Joe Louis! What a specimen he was, plus his history is incredibly interesting.

Kanger · 18 November 2011, 11:04 AM

Floyd Mayweather Jr.

matt4hand · 18 November 2011, 11:52 AM

Rocky!

azguy · 19 November 2011, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

I Like Christos, great salad but I prefer the pizza at the Cape Cod Cafe!!

Oh yes, I completly forgot about the Cape Cod Cafe, good call-

OrangeSport · 19 November 2011, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by tattooedfagin

Nigel Benn

Without a doubt. A fantastic fighter from a golden era in boxing.

I was looking at a signed glove Sunday. Wad signed by Benn and Eubank. Think they wanted £80 / 90 for it...

masterserg · 19 November 2011, 03:49 AM

I am with you John ... Marvelous Marvin Hagler all the way! Of course Ali must be mentioned.

Mosco · 19 November 2011, 03:54 AM

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Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Ugh....

Mocazen · 19 November 2011, 03:56 AM

I'm in awe that Julio Cesar Chavez wasn't named..

Even though his latter years could have been forgotten, his fights were incredible..

After watching a couple of Ali documentaries, Rumble in the Jungle and Thrilla in Manila, I don't view him like everyone else does. He was condescending and I am pretty sure it wasn't for show..my 2 cents

MonBK · 19 November 2011, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Mocazen

I'm in awe that Julio Cesar Chavez wasn't named..

Even though his latter years could have been forgotten, his fights were incredible..

After watching a couple of Ali documentaries, Rumble in the Jungle and Thrilla in Manila, I don't view him like everyone else does. He was condescending and I am pretty sure it wasn't for show..my 2 cents

Take it from me, Ali was a very nice, humble and quiet person in real life.

RRGHOST1 · 19 November 2011, 04:09 AM

Hagler was my favourite too. After that fiasco of a points decision to spice things up,as no one was going to beat him,they gave the title to SRL. Wasnt it 8 years he held that title for, brilliant boxer with a killer strike, loved him.

Mocazen · 19 November 2011, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Take it from me, Ali was a very nice, humble and quiet person in real life.

When he was older or in his prime?

Route 66 · 19 November 2011, 04:23 AM

For me there's no doubt about it, Muhammad Ali. In his prime he was a magician in the ring.

MonBK · 19 November 2011, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Mocazen

When he was older or in his prime?

I think he was about 40-45 (this was in 84-85).

18 November 2011, 05:35 AM	#1
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Favorite Boxer I grew up loving boxing, Ali, Frazier, Ken Norton and my all-time favorite Marvin Hagler When I was in my early 20's I meet him on several occassions when he came into a bar/nightclub that an "Italian" guy from the hood owned. No bodyguard, no entourage, nothing, just himself. He was 100% approuchable, took the time to speak with everyone, shake hands and sign cocktail napkins. Nobdy would mess with him because he could kill you with one punch but also there would be 50 guys there that would defend him before he even got up off of his chair. He may have been one of the most popular athletes in Boston history- Who's yours ? MMH.png

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MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	Without a doubt Ingemar Johansson, the last white heavy weight champion and a dear friend of mine. Rest in peace Ingo.

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Mocazen "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Ivan Location: San Diego Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 757	I'm in awe that Julio Cesar Chavez wasn't named.. Even though his latter years could have been forgotten, his fights were incredible.. After watching a couple of Ali documentaries, Rumble in the Jungle and Thrilla in Manila, I don't view him like everyone else does. He was condescending and I am pretty sure it wasn't for show..my 2 cents

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RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,911	Hagler was my favourite too. After that fiasco of a points decision to spice things up,as no one was going to beat him,they gave the title to SRL. Wasnt it 8 years he held that title for, brilliant boxer with a killer strike, loved him.

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