Catchweight. Norris could easily make 151, he often fought at that weight anyway. Who wins between Terry and a prime Ike?
Damn. Nobody wants to analyze it so I will. I like Terry by UD, even though most times when this matchup is done most pick Ike. If Terry keeps a cool head I think he'd be able to nullify the Ike jab with his OWN jab, and combinations. Of course he'd get buzzed a few times, but I think he's able to pull through and rally back. Ike would probably be put on his ass late as he had a weakness for hooks, and Terry's hook was very good. Norris by 8-4 UD.
I like Norris as well - just way to versatile for Ike. It certainly woulda been interesting but I think Norris' combinations (and Ike would FEEL those punches) combined with his good movement would allow him to pull out a close decision.
I don't know................. Ike was one of the toughest SOBS of the 90's, and Terry was the best on balanced combination punchers I have ever seen. No pick here.
Norris had the ability and boxing skills to beat Quartey. Norris when he used those skills was a tremendous fighter. Norris seemingly wanted to score knockouts though, and that often got him into trouble. In this matchup that could play into Quartey's hands. I still think a focused and cautious Norris wins.
