5 Things wrong with Manny vs Margacheato
When Pacquiao and Margarito step in the ring on November 13th, they'll be fighting for a vacant WBC Jr. Middleweight title. Pacquiao has never fought above 147 and Margarito has only fought once, since ending his suspension, against lowly Robert Garcia. Add a catchweight of 150 pounds and what do you get? A Top Rank payoff for Pacquiao to win a title in his eighth weight class by beating up a fighter who's coming off a year suspension after getting caught trying to cheat. As if that wasn't bad enough, here are five more things that are wrong with Pacquiao vs. Margarito.
1. Another catchweight? Really? Call me crazy, but if you're going to claim that you've won a title in a weight division, shouldn't you at least be willing to win it by abiding by the rules of the commission? After all, there's a reason why it's called the 154-pound division as opposed to the 150-pound division.
2. First it was Abu Dhabi, then Las Vegas, then Texas, then Mexico, now Abu Dhabi again....no wait...now Vegas...no...now Cowboys Stadium, and back to Abu Dhabi again. It's getting tough to keep up. There's a strong possibility that the banners and poster will read, "Pacquiao vs. Margarito, November 13th, Live at TBA."
3. Seriously, Abu Dhabi? What's Arum thinking? If he's seriously considering taking this fight to another country, wouldn't it be better to take it to the home country of newly-elected Congressman Pacquiao? Arum's always talking about fights stimulating the local economy, so perhaps Congressman Pacquiao can start his political career on a high note and make a recommendation to his boss to bring the fight to his home.
4. You already know that the undercard is going to be garbage. As the sun gives way to the moon, this is going to be an awful promotion and a terrible card from top to bottom. Expect an undercard filled with Top Rank talent matched up against a group of no-hopers. Don't be surprised to see names like Matt Korobov or Lamont Peterson matched up against the always dangers TBA.
5. What exactly do you call a fight that has absolutely no meaning or purpose whatsoever other than to get Manny Pacquiao another title in a fictitious weight class? Come to think of it, what exactly do you call a fight that's headlined by one fighter coming off of a year-long suspension after getting caught trying to use illegal handwraps? How about "This One's For Manny" or "Cheaters Do Prosper". Or maybe they just won't name it at all and just refer to it as "The Fight That Shall Not Be Named."
the source is fight hy p e
Is the chapionship fight being sanctioned by the commission? Yes or No?
Where the fight will be held at this point(Aug) is a non-issue. We still have 3 months.
Philippines? It's a 3rd-World country. How many average people there can afford tickets? Too big of a security risk for celebs to fly over.
Have the undercards been determined yet?
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What's wrong with abu dhabi? PPV
Every sport in the U.S. goes off of eastern standard time, this means that the fight would have to start at 2 or 3am, that would be unfair to all the fighters. And if they start early, it would be unfair to all boxing fans. So that's why abu dhabi is a bad idea.
People that don't like this fight fall into 2 categories:
1) They're jealous
2) They don't know shit about boxing
Which one are you Coach?
I'll bet I can guess.
:lol1:
1) I have NOTHING to be jealous about. I don't box. I'm a football coach.
2) :lol1:
3) #2
4) I know Manny fans that don't like this fight, so, um, yea.
People that don't like this fight fall into 2 categories:
1) They're jealous
2) They don't know shit about boxing
Which one are you Coach?
I'll bet I can guess.
Why Abu Dhabi?
Because some rich ass Oil Prince's are going to make it worth their while.
In case you forgot, Promoters do try to make money. Having most expenses covered by some rich towel head, and making huge profits is too good to pass up.
Really the only issues anyone should have is the title being on the line. Blame the WBC for that, that is what they always do (undeserving guys fighting for vacant title, etc.).
Abu Dhabi. What is the problem with that? Beautiful place:
http://www.destination360.com/middle-east/united-arab-emirates/images/s/abu-dhabi.jpg
http://www.populartravels.it/images/events/abu-dhabi.jpg
Further, shut up about "supporting local economy." By local economy you mean the casinos?
-Rumble in the Jungle
-Thrilla in Manila
-Sugar Ray Leonard vs Roberto Duran was in Canada
-Tyson-Douglas - Japan
etc etc etc
I miss the days of big fights taking place in exotic locations. I think it should happen more often.
You're probably right about the undercard but there is talk about Donaire vs montiel, we'll see...
i didnt right this here article, nephew.
it is from the boxing website is fight h y p e
this fight sux all the way round nephew.
some very good points made
i think its a interesting fight but the fact that its for another one of pacs catchweight titles and neither man deserves a title shot regardless of what was done at the lower weights makes this another bob arum freak show sham
but I do have to admit that arums bulhshyte fights over GBP and Floyds bulshyte fights