Ricky Burns Appreciation

You 2 are spot on! Ricky had immense heart, even now, at this stage in his career where he seems to be clearly physically shot, he has no quit in him. For anyone who has ever boxed and suffered a hand, wrist or jaw injury, knows how painful it is, to fight through it at the world level is just amazing. Yes, but for the last few years he was fighting at world level against good opposition and at times winning well. Going down to domestic level won't exactly be like facing Gonzalez, Beltran, Martinez etc. Also, his original loss came against Alex Arthur, a guy with a heck of a resume...you may call him domestic but he was one of the leading super feathers in Europe, winning all the important titles except a full world title. That's not bad. And why do you say he should never have won two titles ? His first world title win was over an undefeated Roman Martinez, a guy who just gave one of the new golden boys Mikey Garcia a tough, tough fight. Burns beat a version who was clearly better and in his prime. His second (full) title win came against Paulus Moses, who was by no means a push over. The fact that Burns boxed him almost to a shut out is oft forgotten. What we have to remember is, Ricky was not a great fighter but he reached very near the top of his weight class, and did so in some exciting, fun fights with great heart and determination. Can't fault him for that. Wasn't really a tough fight for Garcia he won quite easily I'd say, other than getting a flash knockdown early. Burns has done great in his career considering what he brings to the table. Two weight Champion, outstanding really. He's the epitome of an overachiever. Shame the Broner fight never happened would liked to have seen that.

Yeah, lets appreciate mediocrity! hooraaa!

And why do you say he should never have won two titles ? His first world title win was over an undefeated Roman Martinez, a guy who just gave one of the new golden boys Mikey Garcia a tough, tough fight. Burns beat a version who was clearly better and in his prime. 1) Martinez didn't give Mikey a tough fight. Outside of round 2, it was a walk in the park for Mikey. 2) I don't know why you think that Burns beat a better version of Martinez. As far as I know Rocky is still in his prime, and you could also say he had less experience and was untested at the time.

i'll def tell my grandkids about him.

When I say he should have never won world titles at two weights, I'm giving him credit because he's overachieved for his talent level which is not particularly high.

Agreed, unmerited hate but what more do you expect from people who mock a man who didn't quit with a broken jaw in a fight? No respect, no class what so ever and absolutely zero understanding of what its like to fight through adversity. Ricky Burns clearly wasn't the greatest of our era but he was a good champ whilst he had his run and as you said he holds some very good wins on his record, nothing to be ashamed of. His downfall is the injury he sustained of the broken jaw after that happened he should of retired there and then, not everyone can return after such a bad injury look at Victor Ortiz? The only difference is Ortiz quit during the fight because of it which I can't really blame him none of us have suffered that sort of punishment, to be hit on your jaw when its already broken that must hurt ALOT! But sure let the retards pop in with their "He lost to Beltran doe, he suck doe" He is easily one of the nicest pro-boxers I've ever met down to earth and not stuck up ass like others. We need more boxers like Burns. He's not the best nor would he ever claim to be. I have no idea why people hate people so much if they have a short reign as champ. Same could be said for Cleverly. People hate on those who dodge or quit both comments I can't stand then hate on those that don't too. What makes really great boxers is the masses below them, who without there would be no sport pretty easy to be a fan of a long reigning world champ or an untested talented prospect. Just my two pence You 2 are spot on! Ricky had immense heart, even now, at this stage in his career where he seems to be clearly physically shot, he has no quit in him. For anyone who has ever boxed and suffered a hand, wrist or jaw injury, knows how painful it is, to fight through it at the world level is just amazing. He lost twice at domestic level which everyone seems to ignore. So I don't see why he can't drop back down there. He overachieved winning two world titles. He was never anything special. Tough, plenty of heart, decent boxer but should really have never won two titles. Yes, but for the last few years he was fighting at world level against good opposition and at times winning well. Going down to domestic level won't exactly be like facing Gonzalez, Beltran, Martinez etc. Also, his original loss came against Alex Arthur, a guy with a heck of a resume...you may call him domestic but he was one of the leading super feathers in Europe, winning all the important titles except a full world title. That's not bad. And why do you say he should never have won two titles ? His first world title win was over an undefeated Roman Martinez, a guy who just gave one of the new golden boys Mikey Garcia a tough, tough fight. Burns beat a version who was clearly better and in his prime. His second (full) title win came against Paulus Moses, who was by no means a push over. The fact that Burns boxed him almost to a shut out is oft forgotten. What we have to remember is, Ricky was not a great fighter but he reached very near the top of his weight class, and did so in some exciting, fun fights with great heart and determination. Can't fault him for that.

He lost twice at domestic level which everyone seems to ignore. So I don't see why he can't drop back down there. He overachieved winning two world titles. He was never anything special. Tough, plenty of heart, decent boxer but should really have never won two titles.

We need more boxers like Burns. He's not the best nor would he ever claim to be. I have no idea why people hate people so much if they have a short reign as champ. Same could be said for Cleverly. People hate on those who dodge or quit both comments I can't stand then hate on those that don't too. What makes really great boxers is the masses below them, who without there would be no sport pretty easy to be a fan of a long reigning world champ or an untested talented prospect. Just my two pence

Always got respect for someone who maximizes his talent with hard work and dedication to the sport. Shame he became a figure of hate in the last few years as he personally has not deserved it

I've always enjoyed watching his fights. It's a shame the nonsense Warren belts and questionable decisions generate hate for him. It's not his fault.

Ricky was a level above European level who exceeded himself in beating Martinez and then having a few soso defences.A good fighter with the heart of a lion.Would like to see him retire but he doesn't seem so now

Tomato can appreciation thread, okay okay clap clap time to move on

He done extremely well considering how limited he is. Ricky has always been a european level fighter with flaws (robotic, stiff, no power, too upright, etc...), but he managed to win world honours through toughness, stamina and good match-making. Credit deserved for winning world titles.

Seriously, after last night, Burns should just call it quits. To get beat by someone as basic as that Zlatinic or whatever his name is ridiculous. I wouldn't like to see Burns drop back down to domestic level, he shouldn't tarnish his legacy like that, this is a guy who is a two weight world champion, holding wins over Martinez, Katsidis, Mitchell and some other top lightweight names around. His come from behind mauling of Gonzalez, which broke that guys heart, is a night to remember. I know he has a lot of haters on here but **** them, let's appreciate one of the best lightweights of the last 3 years and a great adrenaline rush for Scottish boxing. Agreed, unmerited hate but what more do you expect from people who mock a man who didn't quit with a broken jaw in a fight? No respect, no class what so ever and absolutely zero understanding of what its like to fight through adversity. Ricky Burns clearly wasn't the greatest of our era but he was a good champ whilst he had his run and as you said he holds some very good wins on his record, nothing to be ashamed of. His downfall is the injury he sustained of the broken jaw after that happened he should of retired there and then, not everyone can return after such a bad injury look at Victor Ortiz? The only difference is Ortiz quit during the fight because of it which I can't really blame him none of us have suffered that sort of punishment, to be hit on your jaw when its already broken that must hurt ALOT! But sure let the retards pop in with their "He lost to Beltran doe, he suck doe" He is easily one of the nicest pro-boxers I've ever met down to earth and not stuck up ass like others.

Seriously, after last night, Burns should just call it quits. To get beat by someone as basic as that Zlatinic or whatever his name is ridiculous. I wouldn't like to see Burns drop back down to domestic level, he shouldn't tarnish his legacy like that, this is a guy who is a two weight world champion, holding wins over Martinez, Katsidis, Mitchell and some other top lightweight names around. His come from behind mauling of Gonzalez, which broke that guys heart, is a night to remember. I know he has a lot of haters on here but **** them, let's appreciate one of the best lightweights of the last 3 years and a great adrenaline rush for Scottish boxing. Mauling of Gonzalez? Lol haha had chelo been born with a little more heart he could have just boxed n moved the next 2 rounds after injuring his wrist and would have won easily

Have to give him credit for his heart, if nothing else. The man fought through stuff that made others walk away.

Seriously, after last night, Burns should just call it quits. To get beat by someone as basic as that Zlatinic or whatever his name is ridiculous. I wouldn't like to see Burns drop back down to domestic level, he shouldn't tarnish his legacy like that, this is a guy who is a two weight world champion, holding wins over Martinez, Katsidis, Mitchell and some other top lightweight names around. His come from behind mauling of Gonzalez, which broke that guys heart, is a night to remember. I know he has a lot of haters on here but **** them, let's appreciate one of the best lightweights of the last 3 years and a great adrenaline rush for Scottish boxing. gonzalez had a broken hand or wrist didnt get heart broken ricky done well to acheive wat hes got but u say he beat other top lughtweights who???mitchel isnt top kastides was past it he fought european level guys for a while when won title hes shot now plain n sinple

The definition of a paper champion. Lmfao he also should have lost to chelo but he quit and then beltran but he got robbed. Crawford whooped him and now this.

The definition of a paper champion.