Roop didn't beat Lewis, age beat Lewis. Age eventually beats us all. Had Lewis been even ten years younger, Roop wouldn't have lasted two rounds with him.
I agree.Joe admitted he didnt train for this bout,& the age factor probably convinced him to scale back& do exhibitions& such.just ask Sugar Ray Leonard,you gotta know when to scale back& risk danger to your well being.
I think had they let the fight continue, Lewis might have pulled through and won with his legendary toughness and harrowing hooks. But you have to give credit to Roop, he fought the fight he needed to and kept up the pressure without sacrificing technique unduly.
What foot work he has no foot work . I watched the last 3 or 4 fights when hes 39 years old and he just comes forward and stands there and he takes a lot of punishment.
rope guy is a lot younger, you can see he is more lighter on his feet. but Joe is older and has been doing this stuff since the probably late 50's or 60's, of course he will not be as the younger guys are, common sense. see mcgregor when he is 40 in the ufc against the younger men will be a laugh. Still even if Joe lost he still my favorite, I just like his tuffness and him.
kerry do your elbows hurt now in your old age ? mine do from sparing with brad we used 26 oz gloves and when i would be trying my hardest to hit brad or ricky hanes id often miss my target and the weight of the 16 oz glove would over extend my elbow and now i cant even straighten my arm to full capacity or extension would be a better use of words
Sonny Liston was only 34 (born in 1930) when he lost the title to Ali (then Clay) in 1964. Liston died at age 40 in 1970-although Liston’s exact birthdate is unknown. In fact, Liston said he was born in 1932 (no official records exist) which would have made him only 32 when he fought Ali in 1964. However, it is generally agreed that he was likely born July 1930.
I watched this when it first aired. It was sad to see. You could tell the commentators were pulling for Lewis to win. Joe Lewis was and is a legend but like so many great fighters he stayed in the game too long.
Actually no. He stayed very little. He made a come back at 39, and has no more than 20 full contact fights in total. He was good but over rated anyway.
Their kicks were rather Lame. It appeared they were only trying to "Get in" the required amount. Joe was definitely past his Prime----didn't look too good.
Joe Lewis et extrêmement puissant des poings mais ses jambes sont très moyenne (il a jamais était bon) il compense par une agressivité extrême et tactiquement c'est très basique il aurait pu faire un excellent boxeur en boxe anglaise mais comme beaucoup de guerrier ils aiment le combat même à faire les combats de trop RIP à lui
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Roop didn't beat Lewis, age beat Lewis. Age eventually beats us all. Had Lewis been even ten years younger, Roop wouldn't have lasted two rounds with him.
He could have 5 years younger and would have put Roop in the fight of his life...that was no victory...R.I.P. Joe Lewis a Real Legend.
I agree.Joe admitted he didnt train for this bout,& the age factor probably convinced him to scale back& do exhibitions& such.just ask Sugar Ray Leonard,you gotta know when to scale back& risk danger to your well being.
Daniel Reid,
Absolutely !!
He would’ve side kicked and break roops rib cage.
I think had they let the fight continue, Lewis might have pulled through and won with his legendary toughness and harrowing hooks. But you have to give credit to Roop, he fought the fight he needed to and kept up the pressure without sacrificing technique unduly.
Lewis at 39yrs old. That was considered ancient in sport martial arts. Saw Lewis a few months before he passed away. RIP Master Lewis.
First time we ve seen Joe Lewis cut badly! Roop put up a good fight, good upper cuts. Lewis already proved himself long ago! Good bout!
Love how Roop's age was omitted from this video at the beginning.
Remember seeing this on pka, miss that time. Roop was great fighter. Maybe age caught up with Joe. He still made a good show.
Joe Lewis was already 40 years old at the time.
nico merker Lewis shredded in the face look at his jawline
Joe, "I'm gettin' too old for this shit.."
Glad i got to meet him rest his soul
Thanks for posting! I had never seen this fight. Only heard about it. Thanks again.
Joe Lewis had some of the best footwork,you could tell he trained with Bruce
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what foot work he just came forward & stood still . SorryJoe took a beatdown . Well past his fighting time
yes he used to perform that but his kick is definitely not doing Bruce Lee kick anymore.
What foot work he has no foot work . I watched the last 3 or 4 fights when hes 39 years old and he just comes forward and stands there and he takes a lot of punishment.
What month and year was this fight?
rope guy is a lot younger, you can see he is more lighter on his feet. but Joe is older and has been doing this stuff since the probably late 50's or 60's, of course he will not be as the younger guys are, common sense. see mcgregor when he is 40 in the ufc against the younger men will be a laugh. Still even if Joe lost he still my favorite, I just like his tuffness and him.
Kerry Roop Had some utterly amazing kicks he was strong and had great stamina
What was the date for this fight?
Or at least the year that they fought ?
I met Kerry Roop about 1984 so on Sparta Mauser very good shape he was an awesome guy to miss a PKA days
Everybody gets beat when new people come along just remember that you are only champion for so long and then you are finished😅
wow. Roop is really popping Lewis with kicks and punches. Tough fighters.
Master Roop never ages!!!! Can't wait to see him at 80!!!
kerry do your elbows hurt now in your old age ? mine do from sparing with brad we used 26 oz gloves and when i would be trying my hardest to hit brad or ricky hanes id often miss my target and the weight of the 16 oz glove would over extend my elbow and now i cant even straighten my arm to full capacity or extension would be a better use of words
Was this Joe Lewis last full-contact match in his comeback attempt?
yes, it was. Just exhibition fights after this
Joe has brilliant jab
Poor Joe was soooooo relieved that the fight was stopped.
Fighters have never shown much intelligence.
I give alot, of crédit to Joe Lewis !!! Almost 40 Years old ,and still fighting!!!
Joe - great fighter.
Joe was one of the best
sonny liston was what 46, 47 when he first fought ali. How old was Roop? he doesn't look 21
Sonny Liston was only 34 (born in 1930) when he lost the title to Ali (then Clay) in 1964. Liston died at age 40 in 1970-although Liston’s exact birthdate is unknown. In fact, Liston said he was born in 1932 (no official records exist) which would have made him only 32 when he fought Ali in 1964. However, it is generally agreed that he was likely born July 1930.
Way to go 🏆
Roop's kicks were much better!
Lewis was never a great kicker. His hands were much better.
lewis should have never been in that fight , he was out of shape,too old and had no kicks
Joe was old but at the time Roop was only one to take fight. hefton.benny.kamon. you name em.nobody wanted to be the guy that beat up Skywalker
He didn't want to do that to obi wan he was the only one that would Joe should have retired
Fue el Mejor Siempre Joe
Lewis el Mejor
I watched this when it first aired. It was sad to see. You could tell the commentators were pulling for Lewis to win. Joe Lewis was and is a legend but like so many great fighters he stayed in the game too long.
Actually no. He stayed very little. He made a come back at 39, and has no more than 20 full contact fights in total. He was good but over rated anyway.
Their kicks were rather Lame. It appeared they were only trying
to "Get in" the required amount. Joe was definitely past his
Prime----didn't look too good.
he got brain cancer i think, i think all this full contact is fun but has it price. shame rip
Brain cancer has nothing to do with fighting. Joe was hardly beaten in his career. He didn´t take so much hits against the head.
how do you beat up Skywalker. this fight made people hate Roop but at the time. hefton.the jet.nobody would fight Joe cause he was god
The Jet was a light weight Not close enough to the same weight class as Lewis (Heavy, light heavy range)
Gotta admit I enjoyed watching Hefton beat Roop because of this fight.
I meant I sparred him he was a very very nice guy
Wow, Roop handed Lewis his ass!
LOL I miss read ..I thought Poop vs Lewis
Joe Lewis et extrêmement puissant des poings mais ses jambes sont très moyenne (il a jamais était bon) il compense par une agressivité extrême et tactiquement c'est très basique il aurait pu faire un excellent boxeur en boxe anglaise mais comme beaucoup de guerrier ils aiment le combat même à faire les combats de trop RIP à lui
Roop schooling Lewis.