If you watch clips...
...of boxing from the 50's, it's a pretty realistic portrayal. I don't think blocking was invented for a good few years after Marciano retired...
(, Tue 15 Jan 2013, 19:52, Share, Reply)
pure lies
look at charley burley's defence (the one in the darker shorts with the fairer skin)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp9lkBqm6bQ
Look at ezzard charles fighting on the inside. There's a lot of parrying, taking punches on the shoulder, rolling with punches and some smart clinching.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVJPgXWk7RM
(, Tue 15 Jan 2013, 20:06, Share, Reply)