By Tewodore: In today’s world of patriotism ad nauseum. Where is seems no athlete is willing to stand out or against the incredible power of the self proclaimed greatest nation on the planet. There once was a man, a legend- he too claimed to be the greatest albeit the greatest boxer of all time. Somehow in the midst of his career this self proclaimed greatest boxer ran afoul of the self proclaimed greatest nation. The fireworks that ensued would captivate a nation, and bare its deep divisions for the world to see. Unbelievably it would be the boxer who would claim victory in the encounter but the nation would not be denied its vengeance. It’s embarrassment was self evident its retribution would gut a once great sport, and kill many federal funded programs for boxers around the nation. This is the story of Muhammad Ali vs The United States Government and the repercussions that would reverberate through boxing for generations to come.
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Passing the torch Part II: This fire is out of control
By Tewodore: The Flames from the Boxing Torch are burning uncontrollably. The veterans have done their part and are continuing strong guiding the youngsters down the storied halls of the sweet science. All around the globe boxing gyms are opening at a unprecedented rate. The fire is truly out of control will these pugilist be burned trying to handle the uncontrollable flames of boxing. Do they have what it takes to reach the pinnacle with the torch in hand while lighting the dreary landscape of the sporting world. Without further ado I give you PASSING THE TORCH PART II.
Gennady Golovkin this bruiser from Kazakhstan is on fire his cool calm demeanor is a change of pace, but his talent is undeniable.G3 or as I like to call him Gennady the Destroyer. It’s been a long time since I have seen a man that makes me wanna put on body armor just to watch him fight. In his last contest against Macklin that shot to the liver was so hard I was also curled up like a baby on the floor.
Floyd Mayweather: THE HARDEST BUTTON TO BUTTON PART II
(Photo credit: Esther Lin/Showtime) By Tewodore: You see the title, you know what it is! Floyd Mayweather Jr. {44-0, 26 KO’s) is the Hardest Button to Button. In my last few article’s I told you that the Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero fight was a forgone conclusion. Golden Boy Promotions CEO Richard Schaefer promised him the fight and he got exactly what he wanted a butt whooping. Oscar De la Hoya has now pinned all of his hopes on one Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (42-0-1, 30 KO’s).
As previously stated by this author Canelo street is enemy territory for Floyd. After the cake walk down Guerrero alley we come to a real contest or so it would seem, but truth be told, De La Hoya has made a big mistake. He has managed to anger Floyd, which is a bad move. Here’s why Floyd is the HARDEST BUTTON TO BUTTON!
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and the Art of Punching
By Tewodore: You as the reader are probably saying here we go again more rubbish but this article is about the subtle aspect that no one really truly ever mentions about Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26 KO’s) his art of punching.
It hit me like Eureka! It was always there this guys a monster. Holy crap why would you ever wanna fight that guy unless you are like a Bruce Lee replica or something. Most of us always extoll Mayweather for his defense, his adaptability his this or that but how many ever speak of his ability to cover small distances in 1000th of seconds. His uncanny ability to throw a freakin punch without any flinch! nothing you don’t have a clue.
Floyd Mayweather: ” The Hardest Button to Button”
With another clash ensuing the promotional machine of Golden Boy and Mayweather promotions leap into the unknown with MAYDAY.
This Fight will be Floyd Mayweather Jr’s 44th professional fight in a career that has spanned 17 years with zero defeats making the Money Team Capo the” Hardest button to button”.
At age 36, its hard to even see signs of visible slippage in Mayweather’s regimen. Add to that the re-addition of his father to his team who brings a realist approach to what Floyd should be doing at this stage of his career to remain unbeaten. His opponent Guerrero is briming with confidence.
Passing of the Torch: Broner, Ward, Donaire, Garcia, More!
The time is almost at hand. The veterans are winding down the grays are beginning to show. Let the torch passing ceremony begin. We have been dazzled for years by the likes of Floyd Mayweather Jr., Manny Pacquiao, Sugar Shane Mosley, Bernard Hopkins, Juan Manuel Marquez, Miguel Cotto & Sergio Martinez, just to name a few. We have watched them from their early days and we knew they had what it took to be at the pinnacle of the sport. Each of these men has had his day in the sun. Some are still enjoying unrivaled success in the ring at such a late stage in their careers.
They have dazzled the crowds and held up the sport while the world turned its attention elsewhere. Often fighting in the shadows awaiting the time for boxing to illuminate the sporting landscape once again. Now in the twilight of their careers due in no small part to their persistent unyielding desire to see the sport they have dedicated their lives to rise back to the top shelf of entertainment, boxing is experiencing a renaissance.
Mayweather: Canelo Street or Guerrero Alley?
These two decisions lie at the feet of the last known (to casual fans) Pound for Pound great. Floyd Mayweather has two tough choices that can either hurt his career or hurt his career. Canelo and Guerrero are both highly skilled and respected boxers in the boxing community. Either one of these champs would eventually become acceptable to those truly familiar with the sport but this article is focusing on legacy. How will Floyd’s legacy be seen after a confrontation with either of these fighters.
In all honesty Mayweather will always be a victim of his own dominance. We have come to expect something from Floyd that we don’t expect of any other athlete in the world. For him to never lose, and since we expect him to never lose we truly believe he is perfect. Since he is perfect no matter who the opponent he willl never be given his just due. It wasn’t till recently when he came back down to earth and showed that he could be hit and made to bleed that fans applauded his effort. Or was it just Miguel Cotto who poked a hole in Mayweather’s cloak of invincibility?
The Resurgence of Boxing
Move over football make way basketball, goodnight bar room brawlers. Boxing is back and with a vengeance. With the emergence of new stars and the hard work and dedication of veterans boxing is re establishing itself as the preeminent sport of the land. The most visible protagonist is Floyd Money Mayweather JR.
This undefeated boxer is the standard bearer in the sport. His dominance is mind blowing and envied by athletes of all different sports. His main rival Manny Pacquiao while recently being knock the bleep out has accomplished what no other fighter in the history of the sport has ever dreamed or fathomed to walk through eight weight classes and dominate.