I think this is a great fight for Dec. at 154lb.
Kirkland deserves it. Cotto is a warrior and wouldn't surprise me if he takes this one like many others we thought he may not.
who wins?
Kirkland can put on as much pressure as Margarito and load his gloves, his chin will not hold up to Cotto's power and accuracy. Forget about trying to keep up with Cotto's ring IQ, ring generalship and footspeed. Cotto vs Kirkland is slightly more competitive than Cotto vs Gomez.
Cotto vs Trout wasn't that competitive though...
Kirkland can box when he puts his mind to it, overlook him at your own pearl.
Kirkland can put on as much pressure as Margarito and load his gloves, his chin will not hold up to Cotto's power and accuracy. Forget about trying to keep up with Cotto's ring IQ, ring generalship and footspeed. Cotto vs Kirkland is slightly more competitive than Cotto vs Gomez.