The heart of a Tiger

IBF Cruiserweight champion Vassily Jirov, the gold medal winner in the light heavyweight division and voted the most outstanding boxer of the olympic tournament. He is a classical body puncher, with power and skill that have not been seen in many years. Actually, he very well could be the best, ever.

Jirov is known as one of boxing's tough guys, one who always applies heavy pressure and can punch to the body with the best of anyone, breaking down the will and midsection of almost anyone he faces. It cannot be denied now, in light of Jirov's performances against Toney and Mesi, that he can compete in the heavyweight division.

His toughness and determination make it a lock that he will not be an easy mark, no matter who he is in against.Jirov has used an aggressive technique and devastating punching power to establish himself as one of the best fighters in the world today in any division. Especially noted for his vicious body attack, solid chin, toughness, and excellent boxing skills.

Jirov had an incredible beginning to his professional career. After only 2 years as a pro, he won the IBF Cruiserweight title against Arthur Williams in a 10 round blowout. Jirov has left no doubts in his last 6 fights since then, by winning them all by knockouts. Jirov has demonstrated that his Cruiserweight record of 30-1 with 25 knockouts is not fashioned from fluff. He has knocked out all of his number #1 challengers for his IBF Cruiserweight title in brutal fashion this year.

His opponents have all suffered terrible beatings, in which they would ultimately quit when Jirov's punches would would come crashing into their midsection. The sound of his body punches is unforgettible. If you've seen him fight, then you know what I'm talking about, as there is nothing like it. Nobody throws a body punch like Jirov. Maybe Rocky Marciano, but he never could throw triple left hands.

As an amateur, Jirov was second to none. Most of his opponents would run from the opening bell and it would be like game of cat and mouse, usually ending in the 2nd round when he would finally catch up to them and pound away with both fists until they would slip to the canvas (usually very hurt). He went on to amass an amateur record of 207 wins and 10 losses.

Jirov has used an aggressive technique and devastating punching power to establish himself as one of the best fighters in the world today in any division. Especially noted for his vicious body attack, solid chin, toughness, and excellent boxing skills. He has strewn bodies in the wake of the real Cruiserweight champion. Rest in Peace. Saul Montana, Earl Butler, and Alphonzo Washington.