2006-08-06 11:28:44 · 6 answers · asked by Brent 5 in Sports ➔ Boxing
Very interesting matchup between some really skilled boxers! I remember watching Buchanan defeat Laguna which was a big upset at the time. I believe Whitaker was a little more elusive than Laguna and would land a few more punches defeating Laguna by decision. Very good question!
2006-08-06 13:22:14 · answer #1 · answered by toughguy2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ismael Laguna could possibily defaet Whitaker, Laguna by a split decision
2006-08-09 23:52:52 · answer #2 · answered by The Duke 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whitaker - W 40 (KO's 17) TF 46 - W pct 87% - KO pct 37% - wins over R. Mayweather, "Buddy" Mcgirt{2}, Chavez and A.Nelson - KO'ed by none (Even more impressive considering he fought Del LaHoya, Trinidad and Chavez) - 10th greatest fighter of all-time - Champion in 3 different wt div.
Some of his fights were boring because of his great defensive skills.
Laguna - W 65 (KO's 37) TF 75 - W pct 87% - KO pct 49% - wins over C. Ortiz, M. Ramos and E.Espinoza - KO'ed by none (always an impressive stat)
Laguna had more experience and Whitaker had more speed. A fight between a good fighter (Laguna) and a great fighter (Whitaker).
Whitaker by a unanimous decision.
2006-08-07 15:05:00 · answer #3 · answered by smitty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in his prime whitaker was unbeatable, i went to high school with him and i followed his career very closely. he was the first fighter to unify the lightweight crown since roberto duran, and he effortlessly won titles in 4 different weight classes. i don't follow boxing anymore, so i honestly don't know who laguna is, but i doubt his resume' is as impressive
2006-08-06 21:31:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
pernell by major decision
2006-08-07 13:17:43 · answer #5 · answered by stop_lyin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ismael languna
2006-08-06 19:16:21 · answer #6 · answered by Jeremiah M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋