It is always a mistake for a boxer to rely solely on punching power no matter how high. The dramatic knockouts produced by power punches often exaggerate the invincibility and limitations of the puncher. It only takes a blend of few (not many) skills to expose the puncher’s vulnerability as seen in Ali/Liston, Ali/Foreman and other similar fights.

If Fury maintains his preparedness, the chance of his beating Deontay in a rematch is high. A second consecutive loss will deal a devastating blow to Deontay’s career. A wiser counsel may convince him to put pride aside and not take the rematch offer, withdraw to his gym, develop new skills and come back in 12 months a different boxer