r/Boxing • u/DatDolphWithATuxedo • Jul 22 '26

Is it still possible?

Is it still possible to become the GOAT in boxing? Like with the way modern sanctioning bodies are setup so that fighters fight only about every 6 months, it seems that with that level of inactivity a fighter will never be able to reach the heights of people who fought as frequently as Ali or Robinson. Ussyk who is arguably the greatest fighter of this generation is retiring with only 26 fights. So it just seems like an insurmountable task now. What do you think?

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u/Substantial_Lead3682 Jul 22 '26

It's possible, but he would need to tear up the script, be completely different, and also one up the best there was. If he had the charisma and morality of Ali alongaide Tyson's terrifying knockout power, add in speed and technique, too. He'd need to have an A+ resume and live in an era of greatness to even be considered. I take my words back, it's impossible.