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Remembering George “Scrap Iron” Johnson
The journeyman heavyweight active in the 60s and 70s passed away earlier this month in Los Angeles. He was remembered for his incredible durability and solid chin, that was proven over the course of a 54-bout career against many of the top champions of the day, including Sonny Liston, Jerry Quarry, Joe Frazier, Ron Lyle, and George Foreman.
He was described as someone who could move like Joe Frazier but with a better right hand, but who got hit too much and relied on his chin to see him through. Losing against top opposition, Johnson retired in 1975 with a record of 22-27-5.
At 5’-9”, George “Scrap Iron” Johnson often fought against much taller opponents, and though footage of his fights are rare on the internet, this bout against Joe Bugner, the best British heavyweight prospect at the time, shows how Johnson utilized the patented “Smoking” Joe Frazier bob and weave tactics to get inside.
Bugner stood 6’-4” with an 82” reach, and Johnson had to move his head and upper body from side to side while blocking punches (or attempting to) before countering. He landed some remarkable shots against Bugner, setting punches up with a mix of footwork and changing punch elevations.
Here are some of Johnson’s highlights from the bout:
Johnson deflects with the high guard to land a leaping left hook to the body.
Johnson showing bob and weave movement that likened him to Joe Frazier.
Here Johnson lands a straight right cross while falling in.
Johnson using the high guard to deflect punches.
Johnson keeping his head off the center line to out-jab a taller opponent.
Here Johnson rolls the uppercut from Bugner to come back with a digging right hand to the body.
Johnson lands an overhand right from distance.
Johnson using a high guard, leaning in, and keeping his head outside to the right of the center line to land his own jab while slipping Bugner’s.
View the entire video clip of the fight below.
Pacquaio Vs. Bradley III
Over the course of 24 rounds, Pacquaio and Bradley have displayed a variety of punches and defensive tactics.
Pacqauio looks to land his left hand lead early, rolling out and down to the right after striking.
Pacquaio will also wait behind the high guard for open opportunities to launch a combination, mixing the elevation of his punches.
Bradley found success with a straight right hand thrown from a low crouch.
Bradley also utilizes a catch of Pacquaio’s jab and returns with a straight right hand.
Pacquiao is favored at -225 with Bradley at +175.
Adrien Broner Vs. Ashley Theophane
Adrien Broner used a high guard and a mix of head movement to deflect and dodge Theophane’s punches while setting up his own counters.
Here, Broner sneaks a right hand over a jab after first evading and blocking Theophane’s left hand.
Here he blocks a 1-2 with a high guard, and sways away from the right hook.
Here Broner throws two solid jabs behind the high guard before repeating the same block, roll away pattern.
Kell Brook Vs. Kevin Bizier
Kevin Bizier is about an 11/1 underdog against IBF Champ Kell Brook (1/25). Bizier is a come-forward, face-first fighter who uses a high guard to get inside. He uses both his left and right well on the inside and varies with shots to the body and head.
Kevin Bizier:
Left hook body/head combos:
Bizier’s left hand is especially adapt at moving up and down to find openings:
Kell Brook:
The champion has a varied arsenal, fighting off of his toes with athletic leaps to close distance. He can switch from orthodox to south paw, and delivers crisp power punches down the center.
Switching to south paw following a straight right hand:
Brook will often throw a right hand lead and follow with a jab from a south paw stance, switching his stance mid-punch.
Footwork and shoulder rolls to control the distance to land a jab.
In order to land a jab against a skilled opponent, Brook alters the distance by angling his shoulders, waiting until the opponent is within striking range.
Countering with a left hook on an incoming opponent:
Brook uses his quick reflexes to move slightly out of range to avoid the jab, and then snap back with a quick left hook as the opponent comes forward with a straight left.
Right lead to right jab/ double right jab:
Brook has a very effective right hand that can be used as both a power punch, and straight lead.
Ward Vs. Barrera
Both fighters have good balance and ring generalship. Barrera is very strong and throws powerful punches, but appears slightly slower in handspeed to Ward. Ward is the more creative fighter offensively, and has a more varied defense as well.
Ward is the betting favorite at -750, with Barrera at +480 currently. Here are some of their key attributes to watch out for during the fight.
Barrera’s up and down jab:
Barrera mixes up the elevation of his jab well, and throws it with heavy force.
Barrera’s power combos with the right hand:
A long power looping right hand followed by a quick right uppercut.
Ward’s power counters off a parried jab:
Ward parries the jab, rolls, and comes up the center with a right shovel uppercut, left hook to the body, and clubbing right cross.
Ward’s power left hook with his right hand held high:
Ward will exchange from long range with rights and left hooks and keeps his right hand up high to block counters.
Ward’s footwork and consistent jab to the body:
Ward has excellent ring generalship and keeps constant pressure on his opponent with routine taps to the body.
Evading After Rear Hand Strike
Kovalev uses footwork and a shoulder roll to avoid counter punches after he throws his right hand lead.
Feints and Footwork
Kovalev used footwork and shoulder feints to bait Pascal into attacking to create an opening for a jab to the body.
Shouler Roll The Jab W/Counter
One of Pascal’s most effective weapons is rolling Kovalev’s jab with his shoulder/lead elbow, and immediately countering with a straight right hand.
Setting Traps
Pascal did a great job of staying composed and watching Kovalev to counter his offensive rushes. He patiently waits for Kovalev to rush in with power shots after jabs, and ducks under to deliver a right hand to the body that nearly cuts Kovalev in two.
After a few more circles of the ring, Pascal saw his opportunity as Kovalev came forward...
Bolo Punch Feint
Kovalev has even taken the right hand feint into a full bolo punch windup in order to open up the guard for combinations. He also has good foot balance and can quickly spring back out of range after strikes.
Feint Followed By Jab
If Pascal does not move his head, Kovalev can extend the long jab to find a home. In the first fight, he was able to land the jab in succession after first feinting slightly with the right hand.
Slipping The Jab
As Kovalev comes forward with his straight left jab, Pascal can slip to the inside to deliver quick shots to the body.
Kovalev Vs. Pascal II
In preparation for the rematch between light heavyweights Sergey Kovalev and Jean Pascal, here’s a look at some key punches that can make a difference in the outcome, starting with Kovalev’s use of follow-up straight left hand that he throws from a southpaw stance, after having just thrown a right hand. This punch can catch Pascal clean as he circles out to his own left.
Uppercuts
The Upward Hook -- up and in -- sudden violent turn of hip -- aim to punch through!
El Gancho hacia arriba – arriba y adentro – rotación repentina y violenta de la cadera - apunte para golpear hasta el final!
Boxer on left: Efrain Esquivias @Efrainboxing
Uppercuts
The left rear uppercut is delivered by lowering the left on the way across and "scooping" up and to the jaw or groin.
El uppercut trasero de izquierda se lanza bajando la izquierda al cruzar y “alzando” para arriba hacia la mandíbula o ingle.
Boxer on left: Efrain Esquivias @Efrainboxing