Back in the late 60's a heavyweight from
Fresno, CA. named Mac Foster had reeled off something like 25
straight KO's. It was even rumored that he had flattened Sonny
Liston in a sparring session. He rose to the #1 spot in the
heavyweight rankings behind champion Joe Frazier.
They matched Mac with the popular long time contender Jerry Quarry. What
happened ? Jerry took Mac to school. He out boxed Mac and put on a counter
punching clinic. Foster was felled in the sixth round.
Fast forward thirty five years. Sam Peter is today's Mac Foster. He is a
tremendous hitter with a ferocious reputation. Will Wladimir Klitschko
play the role of Jerry Quarry ? At one time Wlad was considered a better
prospect then big brother Vitali. Then the chin gave in and now fans
wonder if he can put it all back together.
This should be a very interesting match up. Wladimir is quite nimble for
a man of his size. He has a quick and accurate jab. He also packs a pretty
good wallop in that right hand of his. Peter is very strong and has
amazing power. Nevertheless he has yet to meet a fighter the caliber of
Wladimir.
Sam Peter has to be afforded a puncher's chance, but on paper, as long as
Wlad's chin does not cave in, Peter may come up on the short end in this
one.
Jim Amato