Ezzard Charles v Floyd Patterson?

Question

both very similar sized heavyweights (both started their careers as light heavyeights) but they just missed each other in terms of being at the right point in their careers to fight each other. If both were in their prime who would win this fight, and how would you see it unfolding?

Answer 1

Based on level of competition, I like Charles in this one.  Patterson had trouble with Johansson, and Ezzard Charles was a lot better than the Swede.  Considering his fights with Walcott and Louis, I give the edge to Charles.

Answer 2

considering the trouble charles gave marciano, i pick ezzard by decision, although if patterson caught him with his famous leaping left hook, then it's goodnight ezzard !