Calzaghe could have battered him for 12 rounds and not get the decision.
Any sensible person knows Calzaghe beats Ottke hands down. Any sensible person would also know that fighting Ottke in Germany would almost certainly end up in a robbery. Ottke has a number of split decisions when he lost.
Just out of interest, what makes you think that Calzaghe would beat Ottke? (By the way, I'm not saying he won't, just getting your viewpoint).
Just out of interest, what makes you think that Calzaghe would beat Ottke? (By the way, I'm not saying he won't, just getting your viewpoint).
Venue would be crucial as both enjoyed significant advantages at home. At a neutral site I'd expect Calzaghe to win on workrate, but despite the genral ridicule on this board Ottke was an excellent (and boring) fighter.
Venue would be crucial as both enjoyed significant advantages at home. At a neutral site I'd expect Calzaghe to win on workrate, but despite the genral ridicule on this board Ottke was an excellent (and boring) fighter.
i think excellent is pushing it.. he was a good fighter, but not great. he was just managed great.
i think excellent is pushing it.. he was a good fighter, but not great. he was just managed great.
He was the divisions no.1 for several years. Hehad to retire to make room for Joe. His record includes several non-controversial wins over very good fighters (including Glen Johnson back when he was waaayyy below 40).
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