“I can fight anybody at 122!”
By David Hudson
On November 13, boxing fans will get to watch the Manny Pacquiao-Antonio Margarito main event clash that generates most of the headlines. But, an intriguing fight before the main event could be the show-stopper. Undefeated Cuban boxing sensation Guillermo Rigondeaux, a two-time Olympic gold medal winner, battles #1 contender Ricardo Cordoba for the vacant WBA interim super bantamweight title.
Ridondeaux’s respected trainer, Ronnie Shields, says that Rigondeaux is ready for the challenge even though this will be only his 7th professional bout. “He is not your ordinary fighter,” Shields said of his 6-0 protege. “It is a very tough fight but Guillermo will knock him out.”
For his part, Rigondeaux said that his training camp has been ideal and that he is ready to add a professional title to his list of career accomplishments. “I can fight anybody at 122; I’m ready for any of them.” He looks forward to showing his talents for the fans. “It is a great opportunity for me to win a world title.”
It's a shame he was stuck in the amateurs for so long. I think this guy would be a fantastic world champ right now and would be on the verge of legendary status. It's still a real good possibility, just needs to start fighting those big names now, his records small be he obviously has the talent!
It took him that long to defect, the good side for having a long amateur career is terms he's still young in terms of ring wars. I see anotherl casamayor in him.
Teddy Atlas said he has potentional to be one of the greatest counter punchers of all time
I agree, teddy atlas is always right. :D
and WTF is a potentional? lmao
watching this kid, makes me think he'll be a champ for a long time.
Teddy Atlas said he has potentional to be one of the greatest counter punchers of all time