Greatest Boxers of All Time
Floyd Mayweather Jr. or Henry Armstrong
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Why This Battle Matters
Who gets to wear the crown in the pantheon of pugilism, Floyd Mayweather Jr. or Henry Armstrong? This isn’t just a battle between two titans of the ring; it’s a clash of epochs. Mayweather, with his unblemished record and defensive mastery, represents the modern gladiator, while Armstrong, a relentless force from a bygone era, embodies the raw, unfiltered ferocity of early boxing. The stakes? A shift in the tides of legacy—where technical precision meets historical ferocity. What do you value more: the flawless art of defense or the gritty soul of aggression?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Floyd Mayweather Jr. over Henry Armstrong when it comes to the greatest Boxers of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Floyd Mayweather Jr. 100.0% of the time over Henry Armstrong.
Across all battles:
Floyd Mayweather Jr. win rate: 59.5%
Henry Armstrong win rate: 24.4%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Boxers of All Time league?
Muhammad Ali holds the top spot in the Greatest Boxers of All Time league. Check out his standing and the overall rankings on the GOAT List.
What makes Henry Armstrong still so respected among boxing fans?
Henry Armstrong’s relentless fighting style and his historic achievement of holding three championship titles at once in different weight classes make him a revered figure. Fans admire his aggressive, non-stop pressure inside the ring which epitomized the golden age of boxing.
Why is Floyd Mayweather Jr. winning by so much in the vote against Henry Armstrong?
Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s perfect record and modern fame give him a massive edge. His defensive skills and unforgettable matches in recent memory resonate more with today's fans, which boosts his voting massively compared to the legendary but more historical figure of Henry Armstrong.