Sonny Listons Crushing Jabs Insane Power Explained, + Liston vs Patterson 1 Breakdown

Sonny Liston was a total monster in the ring. Its hard to think of a more intimidating, more feared champion. Listons fists were bigger than most mens biceps, he had a 84 inch reach and strengthened his neck by standing on his head for hours on end. He also had the brains to put these physical advantages to good use, setting up his power shots with one of the best jabs in boxing history. But most overlooked Listons jab, as the punches it set up tended to leave a much bigger impression. Today well take a look at the unrecognized sophistication behind Listons savagery, and then close off the video by examining how he dismantled the great Floyd Patterson to take the heavyweight championship in the very first round. Boxings Greatest Fighters In Full Color: Aggressive Defense: Footwork Wins Fights: Principl