Best fighter of the 70s

[SBleeder]

Of course, Muhammad Ali had the mega-fight wins, the political drama, and the benefit of being a heavyweight. He undoubtedly was the biggest name in boxing during the 1970s. But was he the best in-ring talent of that decade?

In my opinion, looking only at 1970-1979, the real monarchs of boxing were Carlos Monzon and Roberto Duran. Ali, no doubt, compiled an outstanding resume during that time frame. But although I rank Ali ahead of both Monzon and Duran all-time, I can't do so without bringing in Ali's sensational performances in the 1960s.

So... who deserved to be Fighter of the Decade for the 1970s?

[jabsRstiff]

I'd say Duran.

[BigStereotype]

Purely of the 70's? Or best fighter who fought in the 70's? 1. Monzon, 2. Ali (I rate Duran ahead of Monzon based on his longevity and weight climbing in the 80's though)

[Scott9945]

1-Duran
2-Monzon
3-Ali

It's a lot closer for first than it is for second.

[SCtrojansbaby]

1.Ali
2.Monzon
3.Duran

[Dynamite76]

Carlos Monzon.Dominated the middleweights for around seven years, and never lost.

[IronDanHamza]

Duran or Monzon.

[New England]

the best?


roberto duran.

[Panamaniac]

Gee, I dunno...