Roberto Duran

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I think Duran would've beaten Ayala. Needless to say, he'd have to be on his game, as Duran around this time wasn't all that consistent.

I think it was the loss to Laing that messed up this possible matchup, but I'm not sure.

[Marcov]

Ayala hadn't really fought anyone when his people started throwing around Durans name. It was just to get publicity for their untested but popular prospect. Ayala was by no means ready for Duran. Maybe in a couple years Ayala-Duran would be a big fight but even Mike Ayala knew his son needed alot more experiance before he'd be ready for Duran.