Leon Spinks vs Renaldo Snipes

[Nile4000]

15,Hwy, who wins, circa 1982?

[tiny_acres]

Snipes by a close decision

[Joson]

Mr Snipes wins, most likely on points. He was a naturally sized heavyweight and Leon wasn't. Spinks was vulnerable against big guys who were reasonably quick and had a half-decent punch.

[scorpio83]

Mr. Snipes would wear Neon Leon down with jabs and body shots before setting him up with a big right hand to KO him in 8 rounds.

[Joson]

Even though I pick Snipes, I do give Spinks an outside chance at springing the upset. That's because Snipes was sloppy at infighting and a generally inconsistent performer.

Keep in mind that Alfredo Evangelista - a smallish, hard-brawling fringe contender - upset Snipes in 1983. I didn't see that bout, but I remember Snipes was supposed to win. If Snipes could blow it against Evangelista, then he could screw up against Leon.

But still, I rate this one 75% chance of victory for Snipes against 25% chance for Leon.

[1518802]

In terms of predicting a winner in a hypothetical matchup between Spinks and Snipes in 1982, it is challenging to determine without knowing specific details such as their physical conditions, training, and fighting strategies at that time.

[gilgamesh]

Upon watching a good bit of both fighters this week. I'd favor Snipes. Leon Spinks would make it fun though you can count on that. He always went down swinging.