The discussion of the greatest boxers of all time is an ongoing one in the sport. Fans frequently debate who would win if renowned warriors from different eras faced off in the ring. Each generation of boxers generates its own crop of winners. Gervonta Davis, the current undefeated WBA (regular) lightweight champion, and Roberto Duran ranked as the greatest lightweight boxer of all time by Ring Magazine were compared in a recent social media post by IFL TV, igniting a discussion.
The post has sparked a fierce reaction from boxing fans, with some dismissing the idea as “b*llsqu*t” while others passionately defending their chosen fighter. The question of how Davis would fare against Duran in a hypothetical matchup is a tantalizing one, and the reaction to the post demonstrates just how passionate boxing fans can be about this sport.
Fans react to the IFL TV post on Gervonta Davis and Roberto Duran
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The post by IFL TV on Twitter featuring Gervonta Davis and Roberto Duran sparked a huge debate among boxing fans. The post compared Davis, with the legendary lightweight boxer, Duran. Many fans were quick to express their opinions about the hypothetical matchup.
The Gervonta Davis of today versus a lightweight Roberto Duran…
How does that fight go? 🤔 #DavisGarcia | #GervontaDavis | #RobertoDuran pic.twitter.com/yvSfkMblur
— IFL TV (@IFLTV) April 23, 2023
Boxing Polls raised concerns about the use of catchweight and rehydration clauses in Davis’ fights, stating, “This is why, despite the tank fanboy’s objections, it is important to know that catchweight & rehydration clauses were utilized on tank opponents. Duran used no such thing even against one of the top 3 MW of all time – hagler. SRL & Hearns, no clauses.”
This is such bullsquat.
This is why, despite the tank fanboy's objections, it is important to know that catchweight & rehydration clauses were utilized on tank opponents.
Duran used no such thing even against one of the top 3 MW of all time – hagler.
SRL & Hearns, no clauses.— Boxing Polls (@BoxingPolls4) April 23, 2023
One fan, Drift, commented, “Duran built different…..that WHOLE generation of fighters different….Camacho..SRL..hearns…haggler…they fought to survive…to feed their kids. Those dudes would never quit on their knees……they’d rather die.”
Duran built different…..that WHOLE generation of fighters different….Camacho..SRL..hearns…haggler…they fought to survive…to feed their kids. Those dudes would never quit on their knees……they'd rather die.
— Drift (@sting317) April 23, 2023
Another fan, Nathan Thorley, praised Duran’s technical abilities, stating, “Jesus Christ this fight wouldn’t go past 3 rounds Duran was one of the greatest technical fighters to grace the earth.”
Jesus Christ this fight wouldn’t go past 3 rounds Duran was one of the greatest technical fighters to grace the earth
— Nathan Thorley (@nathanthorley1) April 24, 2023
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However, not all fans were convinced that Duran would come out on top. Simon Jennings admitted, “Nostalgia says Duran would win, and I want to think that, but honesty, I’m not so sure.”
Davis was amazing last night, so so good, won every round for me. Nostalgia says Duran would win, and I want to think that, but honesty, I’m not so sure. Can’t mention him with Duran yet though obvs
— simon jennings (@simonjennings15) April 23, 2023
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Ross Cunningham simply expressed his support for Davis, saying, “I got Tank. Stop Glazing Duran.”
I got Tank. Stop Glazing Duran.
— ross_cuningham (@CuninghamRoss) April 23, 2023
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In conclusion, the boxing world was definitely stirred up by the controversial post made by IFL TV. So, what do you think? Do you believe that a lightweight Roberto Duran would be able to defeat Gervonta Davis? Or, do you think that Davis is too powerful and skilled for Duran to handle? Weigh in with your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below.
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