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by David P. Greisman - From the first trash-talk to the final head-to-head competition, boxing and politics are analogous in their occasional low blows, inevitable butting of heads and surprisingly dramatic victories. Never mind the temptation for corruption.
The theme in this year’s primary election season appears to be an unrest over the status quo and an increasing desire for change. This column won’t go there. Politics are for the sanctioning bodies and network executives, not for this humble scribe’s weekly dispatch on the Sweet Science.
There is, however, a constant search for boxing’s next superstars, the heirs apparent who will take over when their predecessors’ terms expire, whether those thrones are vacated willingly or by force. They will gain followings through a combination of ability and personality, part steak, part sizzle, all of which leaves fans salivating for a medium rare talent.
Last year brought the departure or downfall of several formerly powerful pugilists. But the revolution and evolution is far from complete. At least five divisions remain ready for power grabs, be it away from lame-duck leaders or in place of absent autoc****.
In each weight class, a single candidate for change has come to the forefront. He merely needs the opportunity, be it through championship by popular demand or, if necessary, by force, leaving the incumbent recumbent. [details]
The theme in this year’s primary election season appears to be an unrest over the status quo and an increasing desire for change. This column won’t go there. Politics are for the sanctioning bodies and network executives, not for this humble scribe’s weekly dispatch on the Sweet Science.
There is, however, a constant search for boxing’s next superstars, the heirs apparent who will take over when their predecessors’ terms expire, whether those thrones are vacated willingly or by force. They will gain followings through a combination of ability and personality, part steak, part sizzle, all of which leaves fans salivating for a medium rare talent.
Last year brought the departure or downfall of several formerly powerful pugilists. But the revolution and evolution is far from complete. At least five divisions remain ready for power grabs, be it away from lame-duck leaders or in place of absent autoc****.
In each weight class, a single candidate for change has come to the forefront. He merely needs the opportunity, be it through championship by popular demand or, if necessary, by force, leaving the incumbent recumbent. [details]
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