SAAD v MUSTAFA II, what if..........? (it did nearly happen)

overhand_right · Post by **overhand_right** » 04 Jun 2005, 07:21

In the 70s Eddie Gregory won a 10 rd decision over Matthew Franklin. Years later in 1981, when they were both champs, they were gonan square off for millions at MSG on the original Norton/Cooney card in a light heavy unification fight.

Who was the stronger fighter at this point? Who would have been crowned the undisputed champ?

I know Mustafas win over Saad has been said to have been controversial, but at this point in 81 Saad was no Michael Spinks & I could see Mustafa picking him apart in his controlled manner, much as he did so brilliantly against Marvin Johnson.

BoxBuzz · Post by **BoxBuzz** » 19 Sep 2005, 20:38

This was a great fight and no excuse for not having a rematch. I would have put money on Saad. But most here seem to think Mustafa would repeat the performance.

silkov · Post by **silkov** » 20 Sep 2005, 06:24

I'd go for Saad to win. He improved after the Mustafa bout and became more aggressive. I think he'd have been too aggressive and have too much heart for Mustafa the second time around.

Syntax Error · Post by **Syntax Error** » 20 Sep 2005, 07:43

Got to go with Saad, but only because I am biased.

He was my first boxing hero, after I saw his fights with Lopez & Conteh.

If only Mike Tyson had 1/3 of Saad's heart!!!!!

Nile4000 · Post by **Nile4000** » 20 Sep 2005, 11:18

Syntax Error wrote:Got to go with Saad, but only because I am biased.

He was my first boxing hero, after I saw his fights with Lopez & Conteh.

If only Mike Tyson had 1/3 of Saad's heart!!!!!

Right on point.I pick Saad basically, he wants it more.If Mustafa tried that lackadasical crap on Saad, he would get it worse.