03-08-2018, 09:29 PM
First off, Shamrock great to see you back gracing this forum. I hope you are keeping well.
Msreef, my earlier comment related to how the NZ Media would handle a JP loss and was in reply to Nigs hypothetical question.
You are right, the NZ media know nothing about boxing and throughout JP's career have relied upon KB and Higgins for insight and angles to cover Joe's fights and his progress. Let me just say that KB and Higgins have often blurred fantasy and fact when selling Joe's opponents to the media and paying public. Call it marketing, whatever but, the NZ media sure lap it up..
Should JP's 'superior footwork, speed and skills' be negated by punishing jabs and thunderous rights hands - and his granite jaw crack! Then, the NZ media should ask questions and seek the opinion from experts outside the Team. Personally, I think JP desperately needs a new coach and environment. I also know it will never happen. The media will ask THAT question too - if Joe is outclassed and falls.
V.
Msreef, my earlier comment related to how the NZ Media would handle a JP loss and was in reply to Nigs hypothetical question.
You are right, the NZ media know nothing about boxing and throughout JP's career have relied upon KB and Higgins for insight and angles to cover Joe's fights and his progress. Let me just say that KB and Higgins have often blurred fantasy and fact when selling Joe's opponents to the media and paying public. Call it marketing, whatever but, the NZ media sure lap it up..
Should JP's 'superior footwork, speed and skills' be negated by punishing jabs and thunderous rights hands - and his granite jaw crack! Then, the NZ media should ask questions and seek the opinion from experts outside the Team. Personally, I think JP desperately needs a new coach and environment. I also know it will never happen. The media will ask THAT question too - if Joe is outclassed and falls.
V.