fist wrote:Audley was disgraceful in his last two fights, but when you look at why it doesn't seem to be that he cannot box. He certainly has some good movement when he wants to, he also has power, but he seems continuously hesitant to unleash it. He sparkles for just a few seconds and then goes quiet as if in a trance. The question is why?
In my opinion it may partly be mental i.e. lack of commitment to the task, but this too is questionable. I think the real reason lies with conditioning. From the start of his pro career Audley would get exhausted after a couple of rounds. This is the only thing that epxlains his refusal to throw punches and is evidenced in the way he sucks up air.
Now, if he changes his training regime and gets super fit like a true athlete in addition appraising technique, I think there is every chance he can be a contender. No reason at all.
Knew Audley had it in him. Certainly had more potential than the likes of Williams and Skelton. We all knew he had skills and of course has power at his size, but had zero stamina fitness and questionable desire. These latter two were fixable and looks liks he addressed them well. The result did not surprise me. I still think Audley needs to get fitter and leaner.
