Mayweather is considered a pure boxer because he also has an incredible grasp of the fundamentals. He is probably the best in the sport at measuring distance, which is why he can remain just out of range for any effective response from an opponent.
He's one of the few fighers in the sport who can comfortably fight with you in the pocket and sustain little damage.
He knows how to use the jab to the body to open up opportunity for the lead right upstairs.
He understands and demonstrates the use of feints.
A pure boxer will continue to win good fights after their prime due to their technical skills.
I like Pernell and Ali, but their success also had a lot to do with their athletic ability, especially in Pernell's case.
He's one of the few fighers in the sport who can comfortably fight with you in the pocket and sustain little damage.
He knows how to use the jab to the body to open up opportunity for the lead right upstairs.
He understands and demonstrates the use of feints.
A pure boxer will continue to win good fights after their prime due to their technical skills.
I like Pernell and Ali, but their success also had a lot to do with their athletic ability, especially in Pernell's case.
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