Once again, pure ignorance. When people talk about size, the relevant factor is reach.
Ricky Hatton was at close to a 10 inch reach disadvantage. Compare that to Floyd's 1 inch disadvantage against Oscar. Not to mention, moving up in weight is much harder for pressure fighters than slick boxers. The pressure fighter has to push increasingly bigger men around the ring, the slick boxer only has to deal with the increased power and reach.
Ricky Hatton was at close to a 10 inch reach disadvantage. Compare that to Floyd's 1 inch disadvantage against Oscar. Not to mention, moving up in weight is much harder for pressure fighters than slick boxers. The pressure fighter has to push increasingly bigger men around the ring, the slick boxer only has to deal with the increased power and reach.
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