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Reflections of a Legend Julio Cesar Chavez
When i was a kid i had the privilege to train in the same gym Chavez trained while he was in Tijuana. The level this guy showed while training left
all us mere mortal boxers, and even the pros in complete awe. Today, he was inducted into the boxing hall of fame. Here are some incredible records
Chavez left:
He holds records for:
Most successful consecutive defenses of world titles (27)
Most title fights (37)
Most title-fight victories (31)
Most title defenses won by knockout (21)
Longest undefeated streak in boxing history, 13 years
His record was 89-0-1 going into his first loss to Frankie Randall Had an 87 fight win streak until his draw with Whitaker.
He was ranked #50 on Ring Magazine's list of "100 greatest punchers of all time"
The Ring ranked Chαvez as the 18th greatest fighter of the last 80 years.
Heres a really cool video tribute to DA MAN:
http://tinyurl.com/24bj2jz
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His left to the liver was something to behold,the way he would explode after taking a big time hit was what can I say!!
Watched the man fight many times and was happy I did,the vid was sad as many fine fighters tend to stick around a little to long.
He always seemed to be a good man inside and outside the ring,never c-cky but humble,just a fine fine fighter.
Rob
Anyone can catch fish in a boat but only \"El Pescador Grande\" can get them from the beach.
I hope when my time comes the old man will let me bring my rod and the water will be warm and clear.
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I agree , for sure one of the greatest ever
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DENNIS
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"Reflections of a legend." His reflections, it seems. Very dramatic and poignant.
As boxers are rated, he was the best. His skills almost transcended the brutality of the sport....if it can be called that.
I never could understand how this actvity could be termed "sport" when, if two consenting adults were to engage in the same activity in the streets,
they would be arrested.......most probably for a felony.
I wonder if dueling with pistols could be called a sport if it would generate taxes?
Anyway, Chavez was the best at what he did....no doubt about it.
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[Edited on 12-9-2010 by DENNIS]
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Thanks Jesse. He was a great one for sure.
Dennis I understand your points. Boxing as a sport is a duel between two people of similar sizes (weight) and with skills recognized by the licensing
authority. They won't (or shouldn't) let an untrained or old guy or too young a guy fight a seasoned fighter. Yes there has been a criminal element in
boxing from the beginning and many champions fought opponents that were no where near their skill level just to get another win. But when two good or
great fighters meet it is exciting and often a masterful event to watch ie: Hearns & Leonard, one of the greatest fights I ever saw. Chavez was in
many great fights too.
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An "activity" Dennis come on,Boxing can be the finest of sports if handled correctly,hit and not be hit a science,the ultimate one on one sport,back
to who we were and are.
Wimps need not apply!!!contact all young boys need at least some,its all so basic.
Football lots of contact,lots of injuries,they get paid to take his head off and everyone cheers different don't think so.
MMA soon to become the worlds favorite contact sport now thats brutal.
Rob
Anyone can catch fish in a boat but only \"El Pescador Grande\" can get them from the beach.
I hope when my time comes the old man will let me bring my rod and the water will be warm and clear.
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by baitcast
An "activity" Dennis come on,Boxing can be the finest of sports if handled correctly,hit and not be hit a science,the ultimate one on one sport,back
to who we were and are. |
Sounds like Afghanistan
| Quote: | | Football lots of contact,lots of injuries,they get paid to take his head off and everyone cheers different don't think so.
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Injury isn't the objective in football as much as it happens. Stopping forward progress is the objective. Brutality is punished, unlike boxing where
brutality is rewarded.
Hey...this is only my opinion.
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No question that he was a good fighter. Just that his arrogance about his cocaine use doesn't sit well with me. Good for him if he's kicked the habit
like he claims. His cartel connections, who knows.
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The most memorable fights I ever attended.... Tyson vs Holyfield ... when he bit part of Holyfields ear off... and spit it on the apron.... the guy
can bite
Had seen that in street fights and tried it on a guy once ... but not on HBO and in Las Vegas right in front of a few million folks..
Now talk about a "raw" deal.... 
[Edited on 12-18-2010 by wessongroup]
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he is selling used cars in El Cajon now
http://www.gojulioauto.com
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Have always liked Mexican "fighters"... as they are "fighters" not so much "boxers" ... and their body work has always been something to watch...
Remember a young guy starting out in L.A., used to go to the Olympic... saw a young Jerry Quarry and Joe Frasier .... and saw Joe try and knock out
"Scrap Iron Johnson"... Joe won, but... he was worn out from beating on old "Scrap Iron" for 10 rounds.. and not knocking him down once... and Joe had
a hard time with him, as Scrap Iron had the same fighting style... straight ahead.. at all time...
But, the guy I was thinking of with just killer body work, Mondo Ramos.. who died just a couple of years ago... he could have been something else...
but drugs and booze... and being "hot stuff" did him in... but, what a fighter and boxer... he was....
sorry for the spelling on his name..
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Bajahowodd
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
"Reflections of a legend." His reflections, it seems. Very dramatic and poignant.
As boxers are rated, he was the best. His skills almost transcended the brutality of the sport....if it can be called that.
I never could understand how this actvity could be termed "sport" when, if two consenting adults were to engage in the same activity in the streets,
they would be arrested.......most probably for a felony.
I wonder if dueling with pistols could be called a sport if it would generate taxes?
Anyway, Chavez was the best at what he did....no doubt about it.
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[Edited on 12-9-2010 by DENNIS] |
Everyone puts on a tuxedo to make it legit!
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by wessongroup
But, the guy I was thinking of with just killer body work, Mondo Ramos.. who died just a couple of years ago... he could have been something else...
but drugs and booze... and being "hot stuff" did him in... but, what a fighter and boxer... he was.... |
I remember Mando, Wiley....not that I followed boxing.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mando_Ramos
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Groaner
Boxing reference:
What do you get when you mix Rogaine with Viagra?
Answer: Don King
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