Alexis Arguello versus Aaron Pryor I

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Pretty happy we found this. Alexis Arguello versus Aaron Pryor. Watch Pryor put on an absolute clinic, exhibiting his technical proficiency to an extent not normally seen in a bout at this level. His lateral movement and combination punching are a sight to behold. But it ain’t like Arguello doesn’t stand a chance. He fights like a true Latin warrior, never taking a step back. Head down, always coming forward, throwing some great combinations of his own and exhibiting a scary power. The only thing scarier? Aaron Pryor’s chin. There’s one shot he absorbs in particular in the 13th round that we’re pretty sure would kill a normal man. The Sweet Science at it’s absolute sweetest.

Arturo Gatti versus Mickey Ward I

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I couldn’t really think of a better Boxing Day present then the highlights from one of the all-time greatest wars in the sport: Ward-Gatti I. Enjoy.