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Originally Posted by Datka
Connor had problems at 170 against Diaz, who is very durable, has a great chin, very good on the ground and never gets tired.
I cant say other fighters in that division have these qualities.
Now I am not implying that Diaz is better than Woodley or other top contenders there, but he is very difficult to defeat for anybody.
As far as Connor vs Mayweather, I am not so sure about Mayweather wins with boxing rules.
I will say that I would put my money on Connor in a boxing match, if they allow them to use UFC small gloves.
Floyed has no punching power, hasn't knocked out anybody.
Connor on the other hand can knock anybody out if he lands a clean punch in this weight division.
As I said before, his timing and accuracy combined with his hand speed is as good as anyone in boxing or MMA history.
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I think under boxing rules.. the gloves and defense of Mayweather negates Conor's "power" & wins. Mayweathers been in there with some knockout artists as well and stayed afoot under boxing rules. Lets not forget Floyd is 39..
Also think Conor's "power" would be suspect against opponents > 155.
First off his frame and reach almost says he should be at 170 anyway so one could argue hes a 170 who slimmed down to kick featherweight butt.
A guy like Tyrone has chin and negates his reach and height.. more of a match.. we saw that with a tuff dog like Diaz who posed more of a threat to Conor.. no question though.. Conor is legit