Five reasons Victor Ortiz is a real risk for Floyd Mayweather

The match is signed and the boxing world is abuzz. Floyd Mayweather jr. (41-0, 25 KOs) will meet "Vicious" Victor Ortiz (29-2-2, 22 KOs) on September 17th at a venue to be announced. While fight fans banter back and forth about the upcoming battle, some critics question whether Ortiz is the best fight, or even the right fight available for the five-division world champ, Mayweather. Others feel that Ortiz has some real, distinct advantages for this encounter. Here's a look at five reasons why Victor Ortiz represents a real risk for Floyd Mayweather: Age/Athleticism Victor Ortiz is a 24-year-old fighter in the physical prime of his career. In comparison, Mayweather chief rival, Manny Pacquiao hasn't fought a twenty-something fighter in over four years. Ortiz is gifted with tremendous athleticism and is regarded as one of the best athletes in the range of 140-147 lbs. Speed, physical strength, and the endurance of a prime, youthful world class athlete is a tough mountain to climb. Mayweather, on the other hand is a full decade older than his opponent and several years past his physical prime as an athlete. Southpaw Stance It's no secret that two of Mayweather's toughest times have come against quick-fisted southpaws. Speedy lefties, Demarcus Corley and Zab Judah gave Mayweather significant problems at times, with Corley even managing to hurt the elusive defensive specialist. Ortiz's southpaw stance will make Mayweather's task all the more difficult. Momentum Victor Ortiz is coming off the biggest fight of his career in a title-winning thriller against defending WBC welterweight champ, Andre Berto. Not only did Ortiz win his first world title against Berto, he also managed to rescue a career that was in trouble following his 2009 TKO by retirement loss to Marcos Maidana. Ortiz will be bringing that forward momentum into the biggest bout of his career and will likely be riding a wave of confidence and enthusiasm. September 17th represents a chance for Ortiz to take the next step up from star to superstar. He knows this and there's no question that he will come into the bout fully charged. Size Although Ortiz just recently made the move up from jr. welterweight, the Kansas-born Oxnard, California native walks around near the super middleweight limit. For his recent welterweight title-winning bout against Andre Berto, Ortiz re-hydrated to 165 lbs. by the opening bell. Mayweather, on the other hand, has no problem making 147 and usually only re-hydrates up to 150 or so. Come fight night, Mayweather could easily find himself giving up a fifteen pound weight advantage. Inactivity Mayweather hasn't fought since May of 2010. That means that, by the day of the fight, the 5-division world champ from Las Vegas by way of Grand Rapids, Michigan, will have been inactive for over a year and four months. For a rhythm fighter, like Mayweather, inactivity is the worst possible enemy. Ortiz, on the other hand, has been in the ring four times in that same period of time. The 24-year-old will be sharp and focused come fight night. http://sports.yahoo.com/box/news;_ylt=Aurg43v8y5PW_O3Ra8VsLFmUxLYF?slug=ycn-8606271 what you guys think? Age/Athleticism Experience over age any day Ex. Hopkins vs Pascal, and truth be told, even at his age I think Mayweather is still more athletic than Ortiz Southpaw Stance Yes Mayweather does have a little bit of problems with southpaws, but so do a lot of boxers, but in his defense he has won all his fights against southpaws. Momentum The same momentum Marquez had over his KO victory against Juan Diaz, or the same momentum Hatton had over Castillo, Oh, let me guess, Juan Marquez is too small and Castillo was over the hill. Sure Victor Ortiz' latest win will give him a lot of confidence coming into this fight, but Mayweather is always confident. Size Ask Pacquiao if size matters. Sure, Mayweather is not Pacquiao, but Pacquiao is not Mayweather either Inactivity Inactivity is a concern for me, but Mayweather knows himself better then any of us, and I thought the same thing when he fought Marquez and he looked damn good. That's about all, Ortiz has a punchers chance, but I doubt it, highly doubt it.

The match is signed and the boxing world is abuzz. Floyd Mayweather jr. (41-0, 25 KOs) will meet "Vicious" Victor Ortiz (29-2-2, 22 KOs) on September 17th at a venue to be announced. While fight fans banter back and forth about the upcoming battle, some critics question whether Ortiz is the best fight, or even the right fight available for the five-division world champ, Mayweather. Others feel that Ortiz has some real, distinct advantages for this encounter. Here's a look at five reasons why Victor Ortiz represents a real risk for Floyd Mayweather: Age/Athleticism Victor Ortiz is a 24-year-old fighter in the physical prime of his career. In comparison, Mayweather chief rival, Manny Pacquiao hasn't fought a twenty-something fighter in over four years. Ortiz is gifted with tremendous athleticism and is regarded as one of the best athletes in the range of 140-147 lbs. Speed, physical strength, and the endurance of a prime, youthful world class athlete is a tough mountain to climb. Mayweather, on the other hand is a full decade older than his opponent and several years past his physical prime as an athlete. Southpaw Stance It's no secret that two of Mayweather's toughest times have come against quick-fisted southpaws. Speedy lefties, Demarcus Corley and Zab Judah gave Mayweather significant problems at times, with Corley even managing to hurt the elusive defensive specialist. Ortiz's southpaw stance will make Mayweather's task all the more difficult. Momentum Victor Ortiz is coming off the biggest fight of his career in a title-winning thriller against defending WBC welterweight champ, Andre Berto. Not only did Ortiz win his first world title against Berto, he also managed to rescue a career that was in trouble following his 2009 TKO by retirement loss to Marcos Maidana. Ortiz will be bringing that forward momentum into the biggest bout of his career and will likely be riding a wave of confidence and enthusiasm. September 17th represents a chance for Ortiz to take the next step up from star to superstar. He knows this and there's no question that he will come into the bout fully charged. Size Although Ortiz just recently made the move up from jr. welterweight, the Kansas-born Oxnard, California native walks around near the super middleweight limit. For his recent welterweight title-winning bout against Andre Berto, Ortiz re-hydrated to 165 lbs. by the opening bell. Mayweather, on the other hand, has no problem making 147 and usually only re-hydrates up to 150 or so. Come fight night, Mayweather could easily find himself giving up a fifteen pound weight advantage. Inactivity Mayweather hasn't fought since May of 2010. That means that, by the day of the fight, the 5-division world champ from Las Vegas by way of Grand Rapids, Michigan, will have been inactive for over a year and four months. For a rhythm fighter, like Mayweather, inactivity is the worst possible enemy. Ortiz, on the other hand, has been in the ring four times in that same period of time. The 24-year-old will be sharp and focused come fight night. http://sports.yahoo.com/box/news;_ylt=Aurg43v8y5PW_O3Ra8VsLFmUxLYF?slug=ycn-8606271 what you guys think? I think you hit it right on the nail. The Flomos think it's going to be a walk in the park. They'll be surprised

a real risk:wtf1: ortiz does not pose any real threat to floyd. a puncher's chance maybe but even that is doubtful as floyd has shown to have a good chin...that is if you could catch him with a good one.

I think its pretty safe to say NO ONE will see that. Please tell me u didn't just compare berto with floyd... They will both be victims. Thats the only thing they have in common.:boxing:

Would be great to see ortiz win, but can't see it happening unless he connects with a perfect bomb. See this fight going like Mayweather vs. Gatti. Big gap between the very good fighters and the best. Mayweather is clearly one of the best even though his style is not the most entertaining. I don't see Ortiz ever being ready for the biggest names so he better take the payday while he can.

3 fighters that fight nothing alike. I was going to highlight that but couldn't be bothered to deal with the consistent stupid responses.

ortiz does got all 5 of those things going for him, but it won't be enough to beat wifebeater.

Southpaw Stance Yes this does cause Mayweather problems, but his style is similar to the Hatton and Gatti style, which does not give Mayweather problems. 3 fighters that fight nothing alike.

"Size Although Ortiz just recently made the move up from jr. welterweight, the Kansas-born Oxnard, California native walks around near the super middleweight limit. For his recent welterweight title-winning bout against Andre Berto, Ortiz re-hydrated to 165 lbs. by the opening bell. Mayweather, on the other hand, has no problem making 147 and usually only re-hydrates up to 150 or so. Come fight night, Mayweather could easily find himself giving up a fifteen pound weight advantage." BULLSHIT Did Mayweather look 150 against Mosley? Did he let HBO weigh him against JMM? Why do you think that was? He's definitely around 160 Personally, i love this fight and give Floyd major props for taking it. I'm hyped, but don't pretend this is something it's not.

The match is signed and the boxing world is abuzz. Floyd Mayweather jr. (41-0, 25 KOs) will meet "Vicious" Victor Ortiz (29-2-2, 22 KOs) on September 17th at a venue to be announced. While fight fans banter back and forth about the upcoming battle, some critics question whether Ortiz is the best fight, or even the right fight available for the five-division world champ, Mayweather. Others feel that Ortiz has some real, distinct advantages for this encounter. Here's a look at five reasons why Victor Ortiz represents a real risk for Floyd Mayweather: Age/Athleticism Victor Ortiz is a 24-year-old fighter in the physical prime of his career. In comparison, Mayweather chief rival, Manny Pacquiao hasn't fought a twenty-something fighter in over four years. Ortiz is gifted with tremendous athleticism and is regarded as one of the best athletes in the range of 140-147 lbs. Speed, physical strength, and the endurance of a prime, youthful world class athlete is a tough mountain to climb. Mayweather, on the other hand is a full decade older than his opponent and several years past his physical prime as an athlete. Southpaw Stance It's no secret that two of Mayweather's toughest times have come against quick-fisted southpaws. Speedy lefties, Demarcus Corley and Zab Judah gave Mayweather significant problems at times, with Corley even managing to hurt the elusive defensive specialist. Ortiz's southpaw stance will make Mayweather's task all the more difficult. Momentum Victor Ortiz is coming off the biggest fight of his career in a title-winning thriller against defending WBC welterweight champ, Andre Berto. Not only did Ortiz win his first world title against Berto, he also managed to rescue a career that was in trouble following his 2009 TKO by retirement loss to Marcos Maidana. Ortiz will be bringing that forward momentum into the biggest bout of his career and will likely be riding a wave of confidence and enthusiasm. September 17th represents a chance for Ortiz to take the next step up from star to superstar. He knows this and there's no question that he will come into the bout fully charged. Size Although Ortiz just recently made the move up from jr. welterweight, the Kansas-born Oxnard, California native walks around near the super middleweight limit. For his recent welterweight title-winning bout against Andre Berto, Ortiz re-hydrated to 165 lbs. by the opening bell. Mayweather, on the other hand, has no problem making 147 and usually only re-hydrates up to 150 or so. Come fight night, Mayweather could easily find himself giving up a fifteen pound weight advantage. Inactivity Mayweather hasn't fought since May of 2010. That means that, by the day of the fight, the 5-division world champ from Las Vegas by way of Grand Rapids, Michigan, will have been inactive for over a year and four months. For a rhythm fighter, like Mayweather, inactivity is the worst possible enemy. Ortiz, on the other hand, has been in the ring four times in that same period of time. The 24-year-old will be sharp and focused come fight night. http://sports.yahoo.com/box/news;_ylt=Aurg43v8y5PW_O3Ra8VsLFmUxLYF?slug=ycn-8606271 what you guys think? Age/Athleticism He is probably too young and inexperience for this type of fight. What does Pacquiao have to do with Ortiz's chances? Southpaw Stance Yes this does cause Mayweather problems, but his style is similar to the Hatton and Gatti style, which does not give Mayweather problems. Size He is a welter, so is Mayweather, size is irrelevant in this match up. Inactivity Mayweather trains daily, always down the gym, the guy is never out of shape. It is not like he has just been partying and let himself go.

What will I see? That Ortiz is more athletic than Floyd? No, I probably won't see that. I think its pretty safe to say NO ONE will see that. Just like how Ortiz just wasn't supposed to win against Berto, right?:boxing: Please tell me u didn't just compare berto with floyd...

ortiz has no fuucking chance. why do you think floyd picked him right away instead of taking on cotto or sergio? :lol1: :lol1:

If Peterson can start outboxing Ortiz, and Maidana's shots can hurt him so badly, and even Berto, then Mayweather will easily beat him. Berto has crap footwork, Maidana too, and Peterson is OK. Mayweather can out speed him, be much more snappy, has a lto better feet, and will put it on him. I wouldn't be surprised if Ortiz gave up. This. Why are people overrating Ortiz, he's not even close to being in the same league as Mayweather. This fight will be over after the first round, Mayweather will figure him out early.

HAHA what the FU.CK does that have to do with ATHLETICISM. Look here Anime plastic tits. 1 read 2 understand 3 weight opinion on facts then, 4form an opinion. Wholly ****. Have you been watching boxing for one fight? I believe Ortiz is now better than Mayweather at every thing except skills. Watch the fight, he will stop Floyd.:la:

You will see how wrong you are just like the other time when Berto's dad was about to cry.:boxing: HAHA what the FU.CK does that have to do with ATHLETICISM. Look here Anime plastic tits. 1 read 2 understand 3 weight opinion on facts then, 4form an opinion. Wholly ****. Have you been watching boxing for one fight?

What will I see? That Ortiz is more athletic than Floyd? No, I probably won't see that. Pfft, teenage Vic would shit on prime Roy Jones in terms of athleticism haven't you seen the footage of him dunking on a 15 foot rim over Dwight Howard, out swimming Micheal Phelps in a pool and then out racing Usain Bolt all in the same day. Floyd's got no chance in terms of athleticism! Vic is a FREAK!

You will see how wrong you are just like the other time when Berto's dad was about to cry.:boxing: Ortiz has proved he's worthy and EVERYONE he has fought has had trouble with him at some point. But, Andre Berto isn't Floyd Mayweather...

Just like how Ortiz just wasn't supposed to win against Berto, right?:boxing: a rusty floyd>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>berto

ortiz is a good kid....rebounded from that embarrasment of the maidana fight..surprised goldenboy would feed him to floyd..maybe theres more than meets the eye here...surley this isnt 1 and done for floyd..goldenboy has to be involved in his next fight

Just like how Ortiz just wasn't supposed to win against Berto, right?:boxing: What does that have to do with Ortiz being more ATHLETIC than Floyd? Reading comprehension. Ready. Set. Go!