I thought this subject needed more commentary. First of all, to our friend who didn't think Curry did much as a pro, he won the WBA title in February of 1983 against Jun Sok Hwang, beat just about every contender at 147 of the day, and unified the title knocking out Milton "The Ice Man" McCrory in December of 1985. Before he fizzled out against Honeyghan, Donald was a contender to the pound for pound title that was just beginning to be debated back in the mid 80s. He was quick, great defense, good offense and struck like a "cobra". Donald had a stellar amateur career (400-4), was the 147 lb representative on the 1980 US Olympic Team that boycotted the Games, unified the welterweight title as a pro, and after the loss to Honeyghan went on to also win the WBC 154 lb. title knocking out Gianfranco Rosi. So yes, Donald Curry belongs in the Hall of Fame and I was his #1 fan for many years. HOWEVER, Floyd is a once in a lifetime fighter and because of that I would pick Floyd to win in 12.
2007-04-07
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