TrentVilla Posted August 16, 2016 Moderator Share Posted August 16, 2016 45 minutes ago, darrenm said: Sorry, personal opinion. I realise it's not everyone's. I believe it's barbaric and should be consigned to the same historical bin as cockfighting and foxhunting. I can understand people's view in boxing even if I don't share it. I didn't and still don't really understand your original point or how anyone could compare the two in terms of their natures but thanks for taking a moment to explain what you meant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrenm Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 56 minutes ago, TrentVilla said: I can understand people's view in boxing even if I don't share it. I didn't and still don't really understand your original point or how anyone could compare the two in terms of their natures but thanks for taking a moment to explain what you meant. Ah. It was a bit of a random beer-driven moment where I saw the horses prancing around and thought 'how ridiculous' and then they put boxing on where 2 young guys were attempting to give each other brain damage and I thought 'how ridiculous'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted August 16, 2016 Moderator Share Posted August 16, 2016 5 minutes ago, darrenm said: Ah. It was a bit of a random beer-driven moment where I saw the horses prancing around and thought 'how ridiculous' and then they put boxing on where 2 young guys were attempting to give each other brain damage and I thought 'how ridiculous'. I can see how that could come together Had it been me I'd probably invented a new hybrid sport with complete rule book most likely comprising posh folk in panto horse costumes being chased by two boxers trying to batter them.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dont_do_it_doug. Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 (edited) Two actual horses in boxing gear trying to give each other brain damage whilst riding a couple of dancing posh blokes? Edited August 16, 2016 by dont_do_it_doug. Didn't make sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 It's all starting to sound a bit like a glorious return for jousting at the 2024 Olympics... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zak Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 2 hours ago, darrenm said: Sorry, personal opinion. I realise it's not everyone's. I believe it's barbaric and should be consigned to the same historical bin as cockfighting and foxhunting. Interesting. Im actually an amateur boxer and may be the most docile person you meet. I obviously dont think its barbaric, theres alot of technique and athleticism involved. I am super competitive and have always prefered physical sports though, i think as you cant really hide in them (Lacrosse, Ice Hockey, Rugby, GAA) As for comparing it to watching/following animals tearing each other to shreds, i feel no need to comment. FYI: found your comments interesting, i am not offended 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Katie Taylor ..wb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted August 16, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted August 16, 2016 4 hours ago, darrenm said: Sorry, personal opinion. I realise it's not everyone's. I believe it's barbaric and should be consigned to the same historical bin as cockfighting and foxhunting. Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrenm Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 1 hour ago, zak said: Interesting. Im actually an amateur boxer and may be the most docile person you meet. I obviously dont think its barbaric, theres alot of technique and athleticism involved. I am super competitive and have always prefered physical sports though, i think as you cant really hide in them (Lacrosse, Ice Hockey, Rugby, GAA) As for comparing it to watching/following animals tearing each other to shreds, i feel no need to comment. FYI: found your comments interesting, i am not offended Also very interesting from your side. Thanks. I know a cage fighter who's also a really nice bloke. But he's out to get as close to killing people without actually killing them as possible. Otherwise he's not competitive surely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoof hearted Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Little bit random but whilst supping a few beer and whiskey shandys in the pub last night my mate suggested all the gold medalists should have a massive game of dodgeball, winner is crowned the Olympic champion champion. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Just seen the Miller dive, brilliant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zak Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 7 minutes ago, darrenm said: Also very interesting from your side. Thanks. I know a cage fighter who's also a really nice bloke. But he's out to get as close to killing people without actually killing them as possible. Otherwise he's not competitive surely. I love to watch MMA, to me its the ultimate sport/competition. just you and another guy in a ring. It can get fairly gruesome though, especially if you dont follow the sport. Its crazy how technical it all is. However i have never tried MMA, because it must be impossible to train and spar without getting injuries. In boxing, i have had a fair few bloody noses, bloody lips and injured hands but never a broken nose or concussion. TBH Iv only had 5 fights but spar twice a week (which isnt much different) I actually dont really watch boxing but thats because IMO Professional boxing is broken with all the belts and organizations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dAVe80 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Brazilian lad winning the Pole Vault was good to see. #scenes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted August 16, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted August 16, 2016 BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Michelle Jenneke only 6th in her qualifier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 1 minute ago, Tegis said: BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Michelle Jenneke only 6th in her qualifier She musnt have warmed up enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete101 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Boxing is 100% fixed in these games, Michael Conlan just won all three rounds and judges robbed him , amateur boxing is finished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 7 hours ago, TrentVilla said: I can see how that could come together Had it been me I'd probably invented a new hybrid sport with complete rule book most likely comprising posh folk in panto horse costumes being chased by two boxers trying to batter them.. Shame the Aussies didn't get their wish in the Sydney Olympics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newry_Villan Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 (edited) Mickey Conlon isn't a happy man. And rightly so....time to turn pro. Edited August 16, 2016 by Newry_Villan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LakotaDakota Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Not very often you see an interview like that but if he thinks the pro game is going to be any better he is in for some disappointment although at least he will eventually get paid more i guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 That's the second Russian to have his arse handed to him yet still win ......what a load of brown enveloped bags of shit the IOC is .....thought FIFA was bad ..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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