When Manny Pacquiao demolished Miguel Cotto in an unbelievable fashion, critics and fanatics have nothing but awe to the pound for pound king. When Floyd Mayweather jr. demolished Juan Manuel Marquez some said it was a masterful execution. We all know that Manny Pacquiao have a hard time with Marquez even though this guy was downed by Pacquiao four times out of their two bouts. The fight was lopsided when Mayweather Jr. fought and defeated Marquez, Floyd made Marquez look like an amateur. But, let us not set aside the fact that Marquez gained almost 10 lbs. and the fact that Floyd was over the catch weight limit (2 lbs.) who is the bigger and the natural welterweight of the two.
Seven world titles in seven weight classes. Miguel Cotto came out as the natural and the bigger guy during fight night. He is known for his vicious hooks and body punches, he was never knock down (he kneeled before surrendering during the Margarito fight), he had tamed furious boxers, the likes of future hall of famer Shane Mosley, Zab Judah, Ricardo Torres and Demarcus "Chop Chop" Corley. Manny Pacquiao downed twice each at 3rd and 4th round during the firepower. Miguel Cotto's face suffered the same fate when he fought Antonio Margarito, although many believe that the great Antonio is the Margacheato that night.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. challenged Pacquiao for a March 13 mega showdown, in fact analysts say that the fight could be the biggest bout of all time. According to reports, Team Mayweather contacted the golden boy promotion broker Richard Schaefer to negotiate for the fight. Note that Freddie Roach announced that Manny Pacquiao needed some rest and won't fight for at least 5 to 6 months. Pacquiao is also busy doing some co-curricular activities like acting, singing, and dancing with politics. When the top rank boss Bob Arum presented the contract to Team Pacquiao, Manny didn't hesitate to sign, it was a done deal - March 13 mega fight.
But wait, our dear challenger Floyd Mayweather Jr. haven't signed the contract until now, I thought he likes to fight Pacquiao? A lot of people now are asking if Floyd Mayweather is just bluffing and is really ducking Pacquiao, he didn't even realize that Team Pacquiao and coach Roach might also be bluffing about the no fight for 5 months or more.
Big boss Bob Arum isn't happy anymore, election in the Philippines is nearing and this deal must be done and executed before May. According to reports, Floyd Mayweather jr. has threatened to pull out of the March showdown with Manny Pacquiao over a weight issue. Team Pacquiao want's it at 147lbs. which is I guess the ideal weight for both fighters. I've read an article stating that Team Mayweather wants it at 154lbs. I believe if they want to fight it that way, they should rather hire or buy a talking or moving punching bag. And if I'm in Freddie Roach's shoes, I'd rather push for a Yuri Foreman junior middleweight bout for a chance of an 8th world title in 8 different weight classes, that's if Pacquiao can pull out a win over the hard hitting Jew - Yuri Foreman.
Other options have been mentioned but these appear to be negotiation tactics. Reportedly, Mayweather’s camp has suggested that an in between bout would take place in March against a much lesser foe, perhaps a Yuri Foreman or Matthew Hatton and after that, should Pacquiao not accept the terms, a bout with the winner of the Shane Mosley – Andre Berto fight could be in the wings.
Now What? Matthew Hatton vs Floyd Mayweather Jr.? I believe this will not happen, like many of his believers said Floyd Mayweather Jr. is the greatest of all time. I'm sure Floyd will not fight a no class Matthew Hatton, that is hilarious! Critics said Floyd doesn't want to ruin his zero loss boxing record and is ducking all A class boxers. Do you believe that?
A contract has been signed and now waiting for Team Mayweather and Floyd Mayweather Jr. himself to sign it. On the other hand Manny Pacquiao is just sitting and waiting in his corner....let's just wait and see.
Hilarious Team Mayweather demands:
154lbs. weight limit
No to Roach as coach
Olympic style drug testing
30 x 30 ring size
No hitting the face
Only 4 hit combo is allowed not 12
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Rumors and Hoax in Pacquiao vs Mayweather Jr. mega bout
When Pacquiao and Cotto clashed last november Floyd Mayweather Jr. is nowhere to be found. But wait, after the fight he made the lousiest interview ever stating that Pacquiao is just a mere one dimensional boxer and doesn't want to fight him. Floyd Mayweather Jr. challenged Manny Pacquiao to a March 2010 fight (many thought Mayweather jr. is just bluffing since Freddie Roach had already stated that a fight March until May will never happen), but guess what Manny Pacquiao without hesitation inked the contract....and until now the contract hasn't been signed by Mayweather Jr. Funny thing is that he still manages to show up for more interviews even appearing in some talk shows and do his crazy trash-talk about Manny Pacquiao.
Richard Schaefer and Bob Arum are supposed to be flying in for Texas to check out the big dome out there for a possible fight arena. Looks like Bob Arum is starting to dislike the golden boy servant. Schaefer recently cancelled the trip saying he doesn't like the fight to happen in an outdoor stadium. What an I...T! The Dallas Cowboys stadium has an automated roof closure in case snow or rain threatens the game.
Richard Schaefer and Bob Arum are supposed to be flying in for Texas to check out the big dome out there for a possible fight arena. Looks like Bob Arum is starting to dislike the golden boy servant. Schaefer recently cancelled the trip saying he doesn't like the fight to happen in an outdoor stadium. What an I...T! The Dallas Cowboys stadium has an automated roof closure in case snow or rain threatens the game.
"I am not going to allow my fighter to be deprived of revenue because of some nonsense that Schaefer has schemed up. I don’t think Mayweather is a part of this. Maybe there’s some side deal or something like that. It smells. - Bob Arum
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Amir Khan vs Dmitriy Salita Replay Video
Manny Pacquiao's main sparring partner for the Floyd Mayweather jr vs Manny Pacquiao mega bout, Amir Khan destroyed Dmitriy Salita seconds after round one. Here is a video replay of their bout.
Amir Khan will be Manny Pacquiao's main sparring partner, he was known for his speed and power. He is actually too big for the lightweight division. He has a record of 22 wins with 16 knockouts, he has only one loss; total of 23 bouts.
Amir Khan will be Manny Pacquiao's main sparring partner, he was known for his speed and power. He is actually too big for the lightweight division. He has a record of 22 wins with 16 knockouts, he has only one loss; total of 23 bouts.
Friday, December 4, 2009
Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather Jr. is set for March 13, 2010
Manny Pacquiao is likely to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. on March 13 after agreeing to a proposal from promoter Bob Arum on Friday.
Top Rank boss presented the deal during a two-hour breakfast meeting with Pacquiao in Manila according to Michael Koncz.
"Manny has some additional requirements, requests, which Arum didn't think was a problem," Koncz said. "The requests of Manny were so realistic that Arum doesn't feel it's a problem and it's pretty much a done deal."
He said the contract still needs "fine tuning," declining to elaborate.
"We all believe that it will be done," he said.
In an interview with GMA television, Pacquiao said, "March 13 is OK."
Many critics thought Mayweather Jr. is just bluffing Pacquiao since he has a game set already for Matthew Hatton (only rumors). According to Freddie Roach, March 13 of next year is pretty fast turnaround time for Pacquiao to fight again. Many thought most likely Mayweather camp though Pacquiao won't ink the deal because of these reasons.
But the fight is set, Manny Pacquiao is ready for war with Floyd Mayweather Jr. The question now is, is Floyd really ready for this war he started?
Top Rank boss presented the deal during a two-hour breakfast meeting with Pacquiao in Manila according to Michael Koncz.
"Manny has some additional requirements, requests, which Arum didn't think was a problem," Koncz said. "The requests of Manny were so realistic that Arum doesn't feel it's a problem and it's pretty much a done deal."
He said the contract still needs "fine tuning," declining to elaborate.
"We all believe that it will be done," he said.
In an interview with GMA television, Pacquiao said, "March 13 is OK."
Many critics thought Mayweather Jr. is just bluffing Pacquiao since he has a game set already for Matthew Hatton (only rumors). According to Freddie Roach, March 13 of next year is pretty fast turnaround time for Pacquiao to fight again. Many thought most likely Mayweather camp though Pacquiao won't ink the deal because of these reasons.
But the fight is set, Manny Pacquiao is ready for war with Floyd Mayweather Jr. The question now is, is Floyd really ready for this war he started?
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Manny Pacquiao in Trouble
Pacquiao promoter Bob Arum departed for the Philippines on Tuesday night for a previously scheduled trip to meet Pacquiao. Arum was not immediately available for comment today.
Roach said his agent, Nick Khan, told him "Arum had a deal together" when he left the U.S. "That's all I know."
Roach said he remains uncertain if the fight has to be fought March 13 because of Pacquiao's planned run for a congressional seat in the Philippines in May. Arum and HBO, which will televise the bout, if it occurs, on pay-per-view, prefer a May 1 date.
Roach wants the later date too.
"March 13 is too fast a turnaround," said Roach. "Manny has a broken eardrum" suffered in his Nov. 14 TKO victory over welterweight Miguel Cotto in Las Vegas. "I'd like to have more time. I hope the fight happens, yes, but I want us to be in the best possible shape."
Roach said his agent, Nick Khan, told him "Arum had a deal together" when he left the U.S. "That's all I know."
Roach said he remains uncertain if the fight has to be fought March 13 because of Pacquiao's planned run for a congressional seat in the Philippines in May. Arum and HBO, which will televise the bout, if it occurs, on pay-per-view, prefer a May 1 date.
Roach wants the later date too.
"March 13 is too fast a turnaround," said Roach. "Manny has a broken eardrum" suffered in his Nov. 14 TKO victory over welterweight Miguel Cotto in Las Vegas. "I'd like to have more time. I hope the fight happens, yes, but I want us to be in the best possible shape."
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather Jr. fight under negotiation
Richard Schaefer was on his way Monday morning from L.A to Las Vegas to meet Bob Arum, Pacquiao's promoter, for lunch at the MGM Grand, which has hosted several Pacquiao and Mayweather fights.
"Floyd and me want to see if we can get the fight done," said Schaefer, who, although he doesn't have a promotional contract with Mayweather, has represented him in his past three fights and was asked to represent him in these talks. "The fact that I am flying to Las Vegas to meet with Bob shows you how serious our side is about making the fight.
"Bob and I will approach this without egos and try to get it done under fair terms. Floyd gave me his marching orders and I will see today how it goes and report back."
Pacquiao vs Mayweather Jr. will be the biggest fight of the decade or maybe in the history of boxing.
In the year's biggest fight earlier this month, Pacquiao (50-3-2, 38 KOs) beat Miguel Cotto on a technical knockout in the 12th round to win a welterweight title, his seventh title in a record seven weight divisions.
The fight sold 1.25 million units on pay-per-view and generated more than $70 million in domestic television revenue.
"Floyd and me want to see if we can get the fight done," said Schaefer, who, although he doesn't have a promotional contract with Mayweather, has represented him in his past three fights and was asked to represent him in these talks. "The fact that I am flying to Las Vegas to meet with Bob shows you how serious our side is about making the fight.
"Bob and I will approach this without egos and try to get it done under fair terms. Floyd gave me his marching orders and I will see today how it goes and report back."
Pacquiao vs Mayweather Jr. will be the biggest fight of the decade or maybe in the history of boxing.
In the year's biggest fight earlier this month, Pacquiao (50-3-2, 38 KOs) beat Miguel Cotto on a technical knockout in the 12th round to win a welterweight title, his seventh title in a record seven weight divisions.
The fight sold 1.25 million units on pay-per-view and generated more than $70 million in domestic television revenue.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Floyd Mayweather jr. Is Afraid Of Manny Pacquiao!
BREAKING NEWS: Tons of beautiful babes are getting hooked in the Pacquiao fever.
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