Originally posted by S IP U IR S xII
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Every fighter, to a certain extent, relies on their physical attributes to get through a fight (height, reach, speed, power, etc.). If B-Hop didn't have his height and reach, he wouldn't be as effective with his jab and sneaky straight right. Of course, he needs to also depend on creating a solid game-plan too, but that's cuz he's a methodical fighter.
You acknowledge the fact that both guys are deteriorating, yet you blame Pac's opposition for him not getting the stoppages. Ever noticed that he isn't good at cutting off the ring? He needs for his opponent to come forward and remain in a straight line, and only then is he truly effective. Look at the last 3-4 opponents that he stopped, and you can see they all made the same errors. Of course, the same can be said for Floyd as well. When your opponent comes at you, it's easier to beat them right? But, Floyd has shown the ability to adjust, which requires a high ring IQ. Pac doesn't have the skills necessary to beat him, what made it close was his speed/power and now that he doesn't have that, I still don't see how he doesn't get out-boxed by Floyd. Even a faded Floyd still would beat Pac because his skill-set is much more complete.
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