Shakur Stevenson: Ridiculous Skills

[@BoxingGems]

Thanks for reminding me I said left hook instead of right hook. Lol 🤷🏾‍♂️ Players F up sometimes

[@unfreeze18]

No problem

[@Thebigsheethouse9865]

Opponent wasn't even good enough to be is sparring partner. Wasn't even competitive guy was rubbish 😂

[@Thebigsheethouse9865]

When Stevenson was hot boxes weve Mike Tyson. They was viewed the fightir Mike Tysoncall him a cab driver. Opponent. So what you're saying was not anything to get excited about.

[@BoxingGems]

@@Thebigsheethouse9865 What are you talking about?

[@Fk8td]

Don’t feel bad the on of the announcers did the same thing. Watch the fight again and you’ll hear it.

[@mrgrandi]

Shakur is one of the most complete fighter at 130/35 rn. Speed, pop, footwork, angles, defense, combinations, punch selection, counters, distance management, killer instinct, IQ...he pretty much has it all!!🥊💯

[@teemakaveli3765]

To be complete u must have a chin and shakurs chin has yet to be tested so we still not sure until he faces that kind of adversity

[@_JusDavid_]

@@teemakaveli3765 valid. but he the most complete incomplete fighter I ever seen😂😂

[@mrgrandi]

@@teemakaveli3765 I get your point but isn't that the point of having great defense so you don't get hit with those big shots?? Shakur has stated that he's been hurt before but it's very difficult to land clean on him

[@jamesroberts1810]

Mad skills ..ive always wonder how would he look trading with loma,haney or tank

[@Leftiesarelosingit]

He's got it all..especially the accuracy if I had to add to that

[@jacobsims1200]

It's funny Shakur is the perfect example of that concept we talked about a few weeks ago: checking the opponent's hand in the direction you want to go. I was going to ask who would be a good fighter to watch to see it in practice, and here we are. High level shit. Great work as always, Chicago Gems 🔮🥊

[@BoxingGems]

💯

[@freegrant2267]

Jesse bam Rodriguez also does this so u can watch him for dat too idk who else but this was a concept I came up with myself n surprising enough it works when applied n used effectively with purpose

[@jlongobardy1612]

Loma does it habitually and has been doing it for as long as I can remember. Would've enjoyed seeing that Loma camp to which Stevenson was invited w/out fanfare and quickly impressed Loma's dad, who not only paid Stevenson chief sparring partner money but, reportedly, dismissed all other sparring partners from the camp.

[@Fndijdennd]

Shakur got ATG tools at such a young age, truly phenomenal.

[@alejandrovillegas433]

What's ATG

[@gustav00o]

@@alejandrovillegas433 all time great

[@ritzkola2302]

@@alejandrovillegas433 To add, it’s generally considered a step above being a “Hall of Famer.” All ATGs are HOFers. All HOFers ain’t ATGs though.

[@alejandrovillegas433]

@@ritzkola2302 interesting thanks

[@ritzkola2302]

@@alejandrovillegas433 Yeah. The HoFer list is objective. We can look up who’s inducted into the list. The ATG list is subjective, people have their own lists. But most people agree on similar names. They tend to be cream of the crop of the HOF.

[@jaysonwilliam850]

Shakur had a master class performance And this was a master class 📽️ break down Shakur wasn't even pressed to maintain outside lead footing. He did work inside outside and neutral. He's looking better and better with every passing fight.

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@daniel_moretti]

What's crazy is that Yoshino did have his hands up. But Shakur was able to find the openings and hit Yoshino at will.

[@gustav00o]

this guy is really one of my favorite fighters today, he’s gonna be all time great man

[@joshuahitchins1897]

That last statistic is incredible. How effectively he nullifies the opponent's power punches is on another level.

[@christrucker4882]

Made yoshino look like he wasn’t supposed to be there .

[@BoxingGems]

Facts

[@MantimeHustle]

He wasn’t 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@anthonyshell5620]

​@@MantimeHustle facts 🤦🏾

[@lsvbetmachineRU]

The best young boxer technically. Keyshawn is also there but Shakur's subtle details, his manipulations and the way he sets/breaks the pace whenever he wants to and lures people is next-level. Dude is so young yet he has REAL VET skills like Crawford or late Floyd or whatever... His boxing is so smart and mature. There's nobody in the world who OUTBOXES him over 12 rounds at light/junior WW and he's only going to improve for a decade or so if he keeps his nose clean and brain working... If you compare him and Haney, you'll see that Shakur is better LITERALLY EVERYWHERE and at everything. The only upside Devin has is his physical strength which he has developed recently. He's more of a JWW/WW fighter whereas Shakur's physicality I think will take a year or two more to develop.

[@kevinlogan6171]

Spot on. What do you think of Jesse Rodriguez ?

[@dastarguy]

SS is on a different planet top tier talent for sure

[@UrbanBDKNY]

Keyshawn looked meh last fight and just got suspended. Say what you want about Haney or Shakur and how much they talk or who they fight, their professionalism and focus on staying in shape and being at the top is legit

[@robertmountain2819]

My Brother, in all my almost 69 yrs. I have never heard a more knowledge- able or well versed analysis. I'm not trying to "d- - -k ridder", but your ability to analyze and break down what is happening in that square circle is absolutely phenomenally mind blowing and GOD given. I just want to commend you, give you your propers and respect. Have you ever thought of teaching anyone about becoming an analyst and what it takes to do so??? It just maybe something that can't be taught unless someone has basic knowledge of the Sport. Shakur and Tank are my number 1 and 2 fighters at 135/140 respectfully. Keep on blessing us subscribers with your talented gift of analogy, my Brother.... respect your grind.#Number#One#Analysis #On#KZbin!!!!!!??💯💯❤😊

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾 Much love fam! Definitely appreciated

[@MrDevinderrickson]

@@BoxingGemsYea bro, you are very good at what you do. 👊🏾

[@BoxingGems]

@@MrDevinderrickson Thanks fam

[@harryburganjr.969]

6:55 When I saw this shot my jaw dropped. Shakur's punch placement, timing, and accuracy are all insane. This fight was a slaughter. U think it was a career best?

[@brandonbarnes9681]

Definitely

[@AntMcQueen558]

A lot of guys have technical skill. Not all of them completely understand when and why to employ certain tactics. Shakur is one of the few who thoroughly understand.

[@alod247]

Born fighter. Can’t teach a lot of what he does and the stuff you can teach, he learned and mastered. That was one of the best displays of inside skills against a pressure fighter I ever seen.

[@bbguy17]

Watching this again and noticed when Shakur paws to keep an opponent off him, he’s also measuring distance. Often time he’ll paw and step back to evade a punch but by having his hand out he knows exactly how far away his opponent is from his lead hand and uses that knowledge to throw a punch shortly afterwards

[@raxmanbox]

Shakur looked great at 35! Like a lightweight that will naturally move to 140 and then 147. I expect to see his ko % ratio actually increase. I'm a Tank and a Haney fan, but i think I'm leaning to Shakur in those fights. Of all the things SS does, I love his lead foot variations. He'll line up straight on like Spence and not only can he take the usual outside position, but like Pac he'll take the inside line and then drill a jab or jab + rear hook/overhand This vid highlights his defense but i think the most impressive part is that its not all just because of young legs or reflexes it's skill based defense - using his arms and gloves, subtle body position shifts where his opponent just isn't able to throw effectively - which indicates like Floyd but unlike say Roy Jones - Shakur should still be a great defensive fighter even once he ages

[@BoxingWave]

Watching this kid fight is a treat! Can’t wait to see him take on the titans.

[@BoxingGems]

WAVE! 💪🏾

[@svp2010]

High hand always wins as Coach Robinson always says

[@gustav00o]

i saw shakur throwing more combinations this fight and they worked really well

[@jasongreen7860]

I noticed Shakur is getting more more dominant and aggressive in his foot movement, tries to hold his ground a lot and even if he steps back he will move back in, even when he is the 'defender' or the 'non puncher' in the matchup, he makes it a point to couple up 2 kinds of traps/setups into one like occupying a lead hand and a body eye feint on top, and then he also does the approximately 50/50 circling to always be in the centre of the ring as much as possible. He has speed and rhythm changes top iq guys like Loma have. Against other movers / dudes who never left the amateur style he does the smart thing of not rushing and feinting and incrementally moving in half steps, baiting and drawing to counter the counter itself like he did vs conceicao. Lots of other things I probably do not see yet. So relaxed at all times too.

[@acetofresh1]

Insane the skills he’s honed working with the same trainer his entire life!

[@TexRock]

What amazes me the most about watching Shakur work the squared circle is the fact that he’s still so young. Barring injuries or losing focus, we are more than likely witnessing an all-time great in the making.

[@BoxingGems]

I’d have to agree. Skill wise, the kid is ridiculous at this age.

[@TexRock]

@@BoxingGems Facts

[@jasongreen7860]

I think going from say a speedster like Frank Martin to a Shakur there is just those little things that make all the difference, like a zab vs floyd scenario. One was fast, possibly faster, the other guy was just smarter.

[@mr.18s73]

Shakur is a nightmare he looks more sharper and stronger now 😮 Very vicious, very confident We’re going see special things from Shakur as he goes ⏰😵‍💫

[@skorge987987]

Shakur is a special fighter man, generational talent, it's insane how composed he is in the ring

[@dalphadarapproducer4776]

My favorite breakdowns and my favorite fighter with my favorite performance. 10/10

[@darthrevan6]

Stevenson roasting his opponent at the end was a nice cherry on top.

[@BoxingGems]

💪🏾

[@rellis735]

He throwing that 2,3 combo like Crawford.

[@420Jelbaz]

Yup, I was just saying that to a friend. That two almost looks like it’s gonna curve into a rear hand hook sometimes, maybe part of how Bud psyches people out with it. These elite boxers move differently.

[@firellparker7463]

Shakur Said bud is one of the best guys he's ever seen. And has been influenced by him so makes sense

[@mandroid74]

He’s a better fighter than Crawford tho

[@rellis735]

@@mandroid74 no

[@brandonbarnes9681]

Shoutout to Shakur for KO in under 10 rounds. Appreciate the cover my brother✊🏾

[@michaelcarrig627]

Tank vs Shakur will be a masterpiece. Shakur controls the center of the ring, even on his back foot, while Tank has the guard to handle Shakur's volume and create power shots. Who do you have winning, BG?

[@BoxingGems]

We have a film study up Fam. I’d favor Shakur but give Tank a Great punchers chance.

[@AyeYoBoxingWithMadiba]

I went to the fight… one of the best things I’ve seen in person

[@BoxingGems]

Dope

[@Fitmotion_4k]

Nice content mate! 🙌🏆

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@bankroll336]

His Turn with the head control is beautiful

[@musicsdarkangel]

There are three current fighters that I watch and am in awe at their mastery - Dmitry Bivol, Naoya Inoue and Shakir Stevenson. Seeing this, I notice that all three are in the top six of box plus minus. These three truly have the full package and can overcome all styles.

[@jasongreen7860]

Inoue got a tough one against fulton don't wanna overlook inoue though I did it with loma vs haney (robbery imo) and teo vs taylor, I won't do it again. It all depends on if fulton can make that jab a factor and also if naoya finds hitting him hard as he can be very hard to hit, also how inoue will deal with the movement

[@musicsdarkangel]

@@jasongreen7860 Inoue has an excellent pendulum step and is the only boxer other than Bivol that’s always in a position to punch. Fulton is slick but if anyone can do it, it’s Inoue. The sheer repetition Inoue gets in training makes him a fighting prototype as far as I can see. And agreed, Loma was absolutely robbed. It’s a shame, and I’m a Haney fan.

[@maxog7665]

Listen to me I’ve been saying this shakur is THEE baddest man in boxing

[@johnmill9286]

Very good video, very interesting stats. Never heard of the plus-minus ratio, thank you for introducing me to it!

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@michaelhagen2712]

Watching Shakur, is like anticipating the crescendo in a symphony.

[@Alex-trl]

Shakur is a talent one of my favorites to watch, he needs the big opportunity with the winner of Haney Loma

[@MrClassicmetal]

Aside from the qualities that have already been mentioned, Shakur also looks so relaxed in the ring. He reminds me of James Toney in that regard.

[@iGotSaySo]

He literally controls the fight with those hand checks & distance.. Such a poised & intelligent boxer. He & Bud are my current favorites in the sport

[@JoseDiaz-yl9sh]

Shakur got skills. Another great win. He doesn't get hit. He sets up punches nice. Very complete boxer. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@BoxingGems]

💯

[@D00Rb3LL]

Teddy Atlas said that Shakur doesn’t have a fan friendly style on his podcast but personally I find him mesmerizing and pure poetry.

[@D00Rb3LL]

I would like to see him string together some longer combinations though. He is definitely a counterpuncher and tends to land one punch at a time.

[@stevendworr]

I've been following all 3 ( Tank, Devin, Shakur for years now and In my opinion, Shakur is by far the more superior boxer in pretty much every category other than power. And this last fight the power looked extremely better than his previous fights. I'm inclined to believe Shakur when he says people will be surprised because it won't even be close.

[@JoshuaMaciel]

Looking forward to seeing Shakur against better competition. Not saying Yoshino wasn't good, but I mean it looked like he had never even fought a southpaw. Hell, he looked like the first time I got in the ring with someone with a lot of experience lol. Also, it's crazy seeing the separation of Shakur and Bivol of the opponent punches landed percentage from everyone else. Shakur is also doing this now while standing in front of them too so even better for him. Another great break down Gems!

[@williamdavis8855]

His first fight he fought a southpaw and 15 fights later he lands Shakur..as he said in the vid, Good Luck

[@jasongreen7860]

That child in timeout line from tim killed me I remember thinking 'did he really say that?" The sheer disrespect and audacity from Bradley as well haha and u started the video with it and killed me again

[@davidfields1530]

Lord almighty Shakur is something else

[@FurzilllA]

so far he looks like the most dominant fighter rightnow, no matter the weightclass

[@BarryCampbell6822]

Beautiful, great analysis yet again. He seems to have it all, Shak, his poise and balance are exceptional, and he can bring it when he needs to. I'd love to see him against someone a bit next level; if you've got a Rolls Royce, you never want to crash it into a tree just to see how it deals with it, but I'd like to see him face someone of the calibre of Rolly Romero or Isaak Cruz before he even thinks about the Haneys or the Garcias. He's a breathtakingly good talent, but it would be a shame and a waste to see him tossed straight in the deep end. I'd also like to say I think the stoppage was spot, Yoshino was getting hurt repeatedly by a vastly superior fighter who was just picking up the pace and he had nowhere to go. I know all too well that every punch you take to the head will come back to claim a part of you as you age, so I viewed the end as an excellent bit of refereeing. Excellent study once again, son, keep up the brilliant work 💚

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@musak.4068]

Man Gems that compubox touch you added is nice as hell, looking to see it for some more fighters you highlight in the future. Shakur could've fought 2 more opponents that night he was ferocious in there with the skills. Tim starting to outshine Ward on the commentary too. He be in there talking his shit and pointing out details. Gotta enjoy it while it last Boxing been a treat this year.

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾 Indeed

[@ufcboi5]

Shakurs the best/most technical in that 135 division

[@Miguel-yt7vu]

Great video thsnks would love some more on shakur cheers!

[@guzzopinc1646]

Shakur's head never goes past his lead knee... even when he throws a straight left he stays balanced towards his back foot.

[@brutallyhonest8854]

Terrence Crawford is going to make Shakur an even greater boxer than he already is I love watching the way they both use the fundamentals and the the way they put everything together 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@PKB615]

that attacking on the reset in something that’s key if he ever fight loma especially if keeps loma on that back foot. shakur is elite on all levels man…its crazy.

[@danielarroy4853]

Shakur is the type of fighter that can outclass Tank in sparring because of his great technique. But in an actual fight, Tank would eventually land a big shot and KO Shakur. That's the way I see it.

[@williamdavis8855]

"Eventually" his stamina and motivation may lead Tank astray

[@caos024]

Keep telling yourself that 😂

[@deltadefconii4459]

GOOD LUCK BUDDY ‼️

[@jaydenculshaw624]

Awesome break down thank you so much

[@phillipguthrie9030]

Shakur looked amazing at 135lbs!

[@GrandPapaCap]

Yeah,I'd say ridiculous sums it up...the freaking guy is phenomenal how he stays in the pocket and still cant be hit...I love his style and will be watching to see if he can maintain

[@DanielSmith-pq4yc]

Shakur reminds me of Rigondeaux he uses the same fencing jab, to establish and break rythnm, he also used the check hook and pivots and was also a southpaws

[@jalc11]

Note ce Kur’s foot placement Genius

[@Byronic19134]

I saw far more boxing skill here with Shakur then I have saw in Haney's entire career.

[@BoxingGems]

🤭

[@joebryant1068]

Great breakdowm as always!

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@lionheart1164]

Excellent confirmation of very high level skills. A beast in the ring and the data to back it up. Shakur and Keyshawn, Robeisy Ramirez on another level. No one wants to fight Shakur. People don't like him but Andrade is a beast on paper as well lol. I did not see Errol Spence nor Boots in any of those categories. Thank you once again!

[@budaraivoso]

so bivol and stevenson are the best pure boxers according to the numbers, seems about right

[@MrAloha]

Chee-huu! With your analysis and my trainer, Coach King, I'm getting skilled. I'm preparing for Master Division 155. Thanks!💪😁🥊🤙

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾 Best of luck fam

[@guzzopinc1646]

If I had to fight Shakur I would go for the Emanuel Augustus strategy...

[@forceoneX]

The man has a great judge of distance and excellent reflexes, counters and combinations. Im not suprised he doesnt waste punches. I dont need him drinkin or smokin keep that brain fresh. He leans back like a thai fighter. Smothers then leans back, every so often its a suddle stepback. Good good fighter.

[@boxingontheedge11]

Great videos Gems. Nice one!!! Really can't see anyone beating Shakur anytime soon.....Will take a seriously special fighter to do so.

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@funkrates4778]

Good breakdown man. Shakur is great at guard manipulation. I'm looking forward to seeing him in there with better competition. No disrespect to Yoshino, of course. I do wonder how Yoshino moved up the WBC rankings to a top 5 position by just fighting domestically in Japan. Nakatani had lost two of his last three fights, and I think Ito was no better. Arum pushing that 💰💰💰 across the table to Mauricio. 😆

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@pharoahblaque]

When the ref stopped it in that way I was like wowww. Well done tho shakur. He him😊

[@CigarTalkShow]

Best lightweight in the world!!!

[@BoxingGems]

💪🏾 What’s good fam

[@mrcmid9132]

Yoshino family say he ain't aloud to come back home after seein dat ass whoopin! 🤣 😆

[@mrcmid9132]

@@BoxingGems yoshino family said they gon lock 🔐 da door when he try to come home after seein dat ass whoopin! Lmao 🤣 🤣

[@CigarTalkShow]

@@BoxingGems I think Devin moves up if he beats Loma. Shakur vs Jumaine Ortiz. Great fight to show his level

[@MikeJones-br5pl]

I like the new intro. Shakur the real deal.

[@gregoryjones8440]

Retiree! Come on youngn get right baby!

[@miken1299]

great video. Can’t wait until he fights the top dudes at 135, i expect him to be an underdog against tank because of tanks popularity and I’m going to put big money on him when that happens. I see that matchup being a lot like canelo v bivol, where shakur makes tank look basic. I’d say bivol and shakur are at the top of boxing when it comes to distance management and defense. Shakur is special because he can make you miss regardless of range. I don’t see anyone at 135 having a chance against him.

[@daimonmarioperez9501]

For those Nea sayers. You must admire Shakur's knowledge of the sweet science of boxing. Thank you for breaking it down for the novice fan. Shakur at this weight class is something to see and Enjoy !

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@vitorbueno4301]

The straigh left knockdown was simply a statement moment. I feel like Shakur is the next legendary fighter. Shakur x Haney asap please

[@josemucarselsacoto5122]

Vamos! Class in session! Grab pencil and paper! 🎉

[@_JusDavid_]

I just rewatched this fight again like a few minutes ago lol

[@kamaalmcilwain3449]

Great vid man

[@TeutobergForestryService]

The kid is phenomenal. Probably the most complete fighter since Floyd. I like his defense even better than I like Floyd’s. The knockdowns vs Yoshino were completely intentional. Almost like he just sits the guy down at will. These breakdowns are so cool, man. Fantastic channel

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@jeffgeoffreysakala]

Shakur is just different alot of people avoiding this man.

[@oldpapa8215]

A masterpiece....

[@michaelbagsby5996]

what an amazing talent, he's so dialed in and technical. that along with growing into his man strength makes him the most dangerous challenge, for other boxers, at 135. Hasn't proven he can take a punch or get up off the mat, but that is kind of a moot point right now.

[@meat55]

the accuracy from shakur in this fight was a sight to behold

[@mrcmid9132]

That dude is dangerous in the ring. The scary 😨 thing is he will get better because he's so young.

[@azenh]

I can’t believe how good he is

[@rocketandretti396]

He not gone lose until he like 34.

[@BoxingGems]

🤷🏾‍♂️

[@stephenballer3814]

Tank knocking him out next year

[@Himreacts98]

Crawford 35, Shakur gonna retire undefeated

[@mrgrandi]

Crawford is 35 going on 36 nd hasn't lost either. In boxing age is how you age. Floyd at 40 might be you at 30 or even younger! And in retrospect there are fighters who are in their 20s and they function like they in their late 30s. I think Shakurs style would keep him preserved for many years to come

[@phillipguthrie9030]

Never!

[@nahziersims9717]

A wizard at boxing 💪🏾

[@saihemebillings2820]

Excellent video my brother !

[@BoxingGems]

🙏🏾

[@SunnyTure]

who is better between Shakur & Haney? And why? Curious what yall think.

[@BoxingGems]

Shakur’s a complete fighter, Devin isn’t. But we’ll only find out who’s better when they fight.

[@1MADZ]

Again..... That's THE DUDE.

[@coachjoey22]

Best skilled fighter in boxing 👏

[@voidzz4100]

I was waiting for this video came in perfect time

[@BoxingGems]

💪🏾

[@mrcmid9132]

Ass whoopin clinic? Lol 😆 🤣

[@boxingfan4833]

Great performance but it was a tailor made opponent for his first fight at 135 to make him look extra good and get used to the weight. But he still looked phenomenal👍🏾

[@BoxingGems]

Smart of Top Rank matchmakers then

[@boxingfan4833]

@@BoxingGems Yh it was a great move his name getting out their more now

[@williamdavis8855]

In other words his handlers are good at business atm..

[@Fboxing2356]

Yoshino is Taylor made for Shakur I like how Kur sittin on his punches tho

[@alcorgarcia4882]

Shakur made Yoshino look like he didn't even belong in the ring. My boy Shakur gonna have a great career.

[@SR-sd7xx]

The breakdown is splendid, as always. I saw Yoshino had success in long to mid range with that right cross so if you can change the rhythm and tempo of your punches intentionally, you could touch Shakur a few times although correct me if I'm wrong sir I don't think there is a boxer in 135 who plays with tempo and rhythm as his main tool. Thank you again for putting in the time 🙏

[@williamdavis8855]

Id like to know who at 140 has it?

[@SteveHamiltonMusic]

When other team coach said "he has no power" I was like uhoh you are going to regret saying that most likely 🙂

[@impecmusic4728]

Arguably has the beat defence in boxing, as he moves up we will see more power. Dudes Ring IQ is wild. Crazy thing is he's only 25. I'm not sure who will be able to beat him right now. Tank has the power and great skills, but I think how Shakur controls distance would give him fits. Devin has issues with southpaws ducking to his right, and will have a hard time controlling Shakur with the jab. Ryan (lol), Teo just ain't gone fight him😂. Shakur could collect straps up to Welterweight as he grows. It's gotta be someone bigger with skills or younger when he gets old😅.

[@Anne6972]

Now I can't lie, I'm not the biggest fan of Shakur as a person. However, his skills are phenomenal and he's absolutely going to be P4P some day. This fight reminded me of Nicolino Locche vs Paul Fuji, with a slick defensive styled fighter vs a brawler with a mean punch. Yoshino is a warrior, but unfortunately for him his style is made for Shakurs style. Great breakdown gems as always!

[@williamdavis8855]

Cool .. which fighter do you like as a person?

[@Anne6972]

@williamdavis8855 I've always been a fan of Usyk or even Joe Joyce. It's just the cocky personality that gets under my skin. Something like Teofimo Lopez I really don't like. I don't think Shakur is a bad person by any means but I think he tries too hard to come across as the bad guy in the build ups of his fights and its cringey if you ask me. That's just me though. I can't deny the guy has otherworldly talent and has earned his praise more so than some other fighters out there.

[@williamdavis8855]

@@Anne6972 nothing wrong wit that. My first sports hero was Muhammad Ali 1975 Rumble in the Jungle... I was 5... Love trash talking if you can back it up. 🥊 🥊

[@Anne6972]

@@williamdavis8855 Nothing wrong with liking Ali either! He had a real charm to his trash talking which was more comedic than what you normally see today. It seems to be more bark than bite these days.

[@williamdavis8855]

@@Anne6972 they gotta back it up