Pacquiao is in a no win situation against JMM, in the eyes of his detractors.
He loses against JMM, he is overrated/been exposed.
He beats JMM, same excuse people used after his victories against Barrera(fought an old warrior).
You can say the same thing about PBF.
i strongly disagree, its not tht people have high expectations, its the fact tht people are not blind. if over a thousand people call u a crack head more than likely u just may be a crackhead. get wht im saying? there where a lot of rounds that jmm CLEARLY won, rounds tht u would give to him BEFORE lederman would show his scorecard, but instead they gave those rounds to pacquiao.
Clearly won? That is very subjective. I saw a very competitive fight with either one getting a clear upper hand. It could have gone either way. For better or worse, in fight like this, the "aggressor" usually gets the nod of the judges.
If JMM was declared the winner, we will still be having this conversation just in reverse. The fight was so close that a stoppage was needed.
The promoters must be salivating from the extra coverage they are getting after the fight. I wouldn't be surprised if a bigger fourth fight happens soon.
Not an impressive with by Pacquiao (compared to the last few wins), but still a win. As everyone knew, Pacquiao always had problem with Marquez's pinpoint counter punching accuracy. He even said so himself. You can see with the way he approached the fight. Very cautious first few rounds in a big departure from the first two fights. He got hit less this fight compared to the first two fights but wasn't able to hit Marquez of his game plan.
Marquez is one tough fighter. He got hit solid a few times and was never in a big trouble.
Come on Manny do it! If you beat Williams you will have people saying your the best ever. If you lose your still one of the best and you took on all comers and mayweather can go down as one of the biggest dissappointments.
If Pac loses, which I think he will if he fights someone who is 9 inches taller and has a 21 inch reach advantage.
Pac fans: He is the best ever.
Pac haters: He finally met someone his own size. PBF is the best ever.
If Pac wins (doubt it).
Pac Fans: Once again he proves he is the best ever. Bring PBF.
Pac Haters: Williams is the perfect fighter for him. Williams is too drained and has no power because of the catch weight. He is overrated/past his prime blah blah.
Seriously, Paul Williams is just too big Pacquiao. Even with a catch weight.
Marquez in the driver seat? Somebody mentioned, boxing in America is a big business. Let's face it, Pacquiao (and Mayweather) are the two biggest draw in boxing right now.
If Marquez turns down a fourth fight, Arum will just move on another "big name". This will be in PPV. This won't generate the same numbers as a fourth fight against JMM. But it will still generate enough numbers because people wanted to see if Pacquiao still has it (or whatever marketing will come up with).
JMM will fight someone else. Unless it's one of the bigger name, and it needs to be in the same level as a fight against Mayweather or Pacquiao, the numbers won't be as good. I would be surprised if it's PPV.
Plain economics.
tommy hearns was the same size willimas is 6ft 1 not 3, and ray leonard beat hearns manny can very well beat williams as williams lost to quintana who is 5ft6, the real reason is manroid wants no risk. its obvious, margarito,cotto,hatton,, if this doesnt open peoples eyes then nothing will. all these guys came off of brutal defeats, now they want to put himin with mosleY????????? come on what a disgrace! its obvious manny is a coward in his ways, he dished out horriffic betaings but gets a little scratch and they want him to take on an even easier touch????? worst era in boxingto my memory. the best NEVER fight the best anymore its about money now nothing else screw the fans. sickening really.
Tommy Hearns is 6'1" and Sugar Ray Leonard is 5'10". 3 inch difference.
Paul Williams is 6'2" and Manny Pacquiao is 5'6". 8 inch difference.
Carlos Quintana is not 5'6". He is 5'9".
Why do you idiot keep stirring up the pot.
Pacman is a lightweight.
Sergio is smart enuff to realise this un like you tools
Because Pac haters wants to see Pacquaio lose. That is all.
If i were Martinez i would be ashamed to talk about Pacman. Hey Maritnez,, fight someone your own size or climb higher wiegh to challenge. Or fight Haye
Did you even read the article?
So are we making fun of Floyd for acting a fool and talking to much or not? Which one is it?
You are correct about one thing. When Floyd gets out of court, the ball is in fact in his court (assuming Pac sent that signed contract agreeing to full random OST like he said he did and that Arum is actually willing to deal with Golden Boy).
Pac already agreed to full random OST. Nothing to assume. Check PBF's wiki.
This fight won't happen in the near future. Too much on Floyd's plate right now.
My main fear is these two fighters, Pac and Floyd, fights when they are both battered and past their prime.