Ranking the best boxers from the 90s; reflections on Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul

Breadman, It’s bittersweet to see Bud walk away. He will go down as one of the all-time greats. I’ve never compiled a list of best top fighters outside the top maybe 10 or 20. I have a hard time ranking the top 20, personally. Given his body of work and the different weight classes I run into the dilemma, does he win against these guys: 135lbs – Sweet Pea, Shane Mosley, Roberto Duran, Julio Cesar Chavez, or Henry Armstrong. 140lbs – Aaron Pryor, Kosta Tszyu, Oscar De La Hoya (1st fight vs Chavez version), Meldrick Taylor (1st fight vs Chavez version), or even 2009-2010 circa version of Pacquiao. 147lbs – Sugar Ray Leonard, Thomas Hearns, Wilfredo Benitez, Donald Curry (prime) or even Boots Ennis. 154lbs – Terry Norris, Fernando Vargas (see Bud vs Benavidez), Jermall Charlo (version that beat J-Rock) or Tito Trinidad. 168lbs – Roy Jones Jnr, Andre Ward, Joe Calzaghe, or David Benavidez. I composed this list of fighters because no matter what weight you put Sugar Ray Robinson, he would be no worse than 50/50 against any of the fighters above 147 lbs. Is there a version of Bud that beats every single one of these fighters’ peak version vs Bud’s peak version? If so, how do you see the fights playing out? I admire what Bud has accomplished with the limited opportunities he was given. He made the most of what came his way and always stood true to his word and people. He never changed for anyone …stand up Bud! Happy Holidays and many Blessings to you, your family and stable. Richard K.