text: why do people doubt wlad? seems like many people here are mad that ussr fighters are dominating the sport......kinda weird considering how dedicated they are to the sport. unlike the american fighters  rahman (aka straight from the ghetto), brock (way overrated), and toney (good but when will this guy retire?). russian fighters bring dedication to the sport, something that has been lacking in america.   wlad is the real deal. he won the gold in the olympics, where there is no bullshit promoting. you cant say that about rahman, toney, or brock. personally, i don't think wlad could have competed in the golden eras of heavyweight boxing. that's not his fault though. he is the best out there now and i would love to see him knockout (or at least knock down) valuev. that might take out a lot people in attendance! he does have a questionable chin, but i think he is tough. he has the best trainer in the business and could unify the belts if given the opportunity. unfortunately, thanks to don king, i don't think it will happen.