Slickest fighter in the game today.

loma is getting up their in age. usyk could be in consideration considering his movement and defense at heavy and he used it to overcome a 20 pound weight disadvantage. Andrande is in his mid 30s now and fought nobody but bums. stevenson and haney resume is weak but they still have time to do something they are young enough. I think tank would beat both of them though. Tank might not be as slick but he is patient and has power. bivol is legit and could beat beterbiev to be the man at 175. fury could be on the list when you consider his slickness for a 270 pound man

Personality wise it is true he is quite unlikeable and arrogant, it be enjoyable if he tasted some humble pie but I don't think there is anyone at 130 that poses a challenge to him, Robson should had gotten the decision against Valdez. But if you watch both his latest fights you can see he rarely uses a high guard or head movement. He gets caught but he makes up for it by using his athleticism and big size but that doesn't seem to be the case for Shakur who looked like light welterweight in his last fight. He might prove me wrong in Friday though. You make valid points. I expect him to get stung with that straight left pretty often. He’s one of those former top level amateurs who boxes like they’re still wearing a head guard. Joe Joyce is the same.

I'd go with Bob Arum

I think Robson has definitely improved since the Corona fight, I think he looked good vs Valdez too. Arguably could have got that decision, however Stevenson is definitely a level above. Not a fan of the kid personality wise, but he’s a special talent no doubt. Stevenson is incredibly accurate, especially with the left hand. Not a massive puncher but if someone can consistently land clean shots eventually they’ll start to wear you down. That’s likely what Herring experienced. I think Shakur is still getting better too which is a scary thought. Personality wise it is true he is quite unlikeable and arrogant, it be enjoyable if he tasted some humble pie but I don't think there is anyone at 130 that poses a challenge to him, Robson should had gotten the decision against Valdez. But if you watch both his latest fights you can see he rarely uses a high guard or head movement. He gets caught but he makes up for it by using his athleticism and big size but that doesn't seem to be the case for Shakur who looked like light welterweight in his last fight. He might prove me wrong in Friday though.

While he did look impressive against the prospect Xavier Martinez and should won against Oscar Valdez who underperformed, but it is difficult to imagine how Robson would see at the end of the bell, don't get me wrong Robson is well rounded and has outstanding athleticism to hold the belt someday. But he is way too susceptible of leaving his chin untucked. Coria knocked him down twice while in a losing streak and unaccomplished Martinez rocked him despite getting dominated in the fight. {"alt":"Click image for larger version Name:\tc6EE165.gif Views:\t0 Size:\t12.99 MB ID:\t31577394","data-align":"none","data-attachmentid":"31577394","data-size":"full","title":"c6EE165.gif"} Former stablemate Jamel Herring also shared the same problem before Stevenson made him punch drunk in the championship match. I think Robson has definitely improved since the Corona fight, I think he looked good vs Valdez too. Arguably could have got that decision, however Stevenson is definitely a level above. Not a fan of the kid personality wise, but he’s a special talent no doubt. Stevenson is incredibly accurate, especially with the left hand. Not a massive puncher but if someone can consistently land clean shots eventually they’ll start to wear you down. That’s likely what Herring experienced. I think Shakur is still getting better too which is a scary thought.

In terms of slickness, I have to throw in Sunny Edwards.

I pretty much agree on all counts man. Except I do think Robson sees the final bell, I think he loses a wide decision but I don’t think he gets stopped. I am part Brazilian though so maybe I’m bias. :lol1: While he did look impressive against the prospect Xavier Martinez and should won against Oscar Valdez who underperformed, but it is difficult to imagine how Robson would see at the end of the bell, don't get me wrong Robson is well rounded and has outstanding athleticism to hold the belt someday. But he is way too susceptible of leaving his chin untucked. Coria knocked him down twice while in a losing streak and unaccomplished Martinez rocked him despite getting dominated in the fight. {"alt":"Click image for larger version Name:\tc6EE165.gif Views:\t0 Size:\t12.99 MB ID:\t31577394","data-align":"none","data-attachmentid":"31577394","data-size":"full","title":"c6EE165.gif"} Former stablemate Jamel Herring also shared the same problem before Stevenson made him punch drunk in the championship match.

Bivol given his level of comp is head and shoulders above anyone.

I agree, feels like Haney's skillset won't translate well he moves up in weight divisions even if he got more power by cutting less weight. Imagine if he moved up at light welterweight which is filled with boxer-punchers. They are skilled enough to hit flush multiple times. In the other hand Stevenson primarily utilizes his quite polished skills against prime opposition that belong at his weight class, his outstanding athleticism helps him to capitalize on it even further rather than solely relying upon it to get the win. Just so you know I think he will make short work of Robson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxK0t9l9Yso I pretty much agree on all counts man. Except I do think Robson sees the final bell, I think he loses a wide decision but I don’t think he gets stopped. I am part Brazilian though so maybe I’m bias. :lol1:

Shakur has a far superior defence IMO. Haney avoids punches via his length and athleticism, when you’re in range he isn’t that difficult to hit. Shakur on the other hand avoids punches whilst in range, he’s very difficult to catch clean. I agree, feels like Haney's skillset won't translate well he moves up in weight divisions even if he got more power by cutting less weight. Imagine if he moved up at light welterweight which is filled with boxer-punchers. They are skilled enough to hit flush multiple times. In the other hand Stevenson primarily utilizes his quite polished skills against prime opposition that belong at his weight class, his outstanding athleticism helps him to capitalize on it even further rather than solely relying upon it to get the win. Just so you know I think he will make short work of Robson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxK0t9l9Yso

Stevenson considering since he hasn't been caught clean, either that or he has quite a chin on him compared to Haney does get caught once in a while, like in the Linares and Diaz fights. Shakur has a far superior defence IMO. Haney avoids punches via his length and athleticism, when you’re in range he isn’t that difficult to hit. Shakur on the other hand avoids punches whilst in range, he’s very difficult to catch clean.

Stevenson considering since he hasn't been caught clean, either that or he has quite a chin on him compared to Haney does get caught once in a while, like in the Linares and Diaz fights.

Quality of opposition has to be taken into account with stats like these.