Ndou stops Ben Rabah!

[monkeyboy]

I'm in full agreement. I have generally been fairly supportive of Hatton but I find this the first really indefensible action that he has made. At this stage where he is talking legacy and potential retirement in a year or two this is a real waste of time.
I have enjoyed his rough and tumble style without being a big fan. I have generally given him the benefit of the doubt in relation to big fights (moving up to welter, Floyd etc) but this one I can't condone.
Either you are at mega fight status or not. Are you ready for the big fights or not? If you aren't ready now, what are you waiting for. I'm starting to believe that Hatton is beginning to doubt himself as he has had less than stellar results to show for his recent bouts. I agree that there were mitigating factors to Collazo but I just don't have the energy or will to come up with a reason for this upcoming fight.
I think he is doubting himself and protecting his '0' and that only hurts his legacy as far as I'm concerned. If your hero is Duran, act like him.

[Kball15]

where can i see highlights?

Hatton has a good chance at stopping this guy... but if he tires like he did against URANGO then HATTON could be the one getting stopped.

[Kball15]

I'm in full agreement. I have generally been fairly supportive of Hatton but I find this the first really indefensible action that he has made. At this stage where he is talking legacy and potential retirement in a year or two this is a real waste of time.
I have enjoyed his rough and tumble style without being a big fan. I have generally given him the benefit of the doubt in relation to big fights (moving up to welter, Floyd etc) but this one I can't condone.
Either you are at mega fight status or not. Are you ready for the big fights or not? If you aren't ready now, what are you waiting for. I'm starting to believe that Hatton is beginning to doubt himself as he has had less than stellar results to show for his recent bouts. I agree that there were mitigating factors to Collazo but I just don't have the energy or will to come up with a reason for this upcoming fight.
I think he is doubting himself and protecting his '0' and that only hurts his legacy as far as I'm concerned. If your hero is Duran, act like him.

You cant blame HATTON at all. Its this corrupt IBF and ****** boxing politics.

Hatton went back to 140 and fought Urango, ALL solely to win back his title that took him years to win. And i doubted he would give it all up just because he has to fight NDOU.

But i was hoping they would fight in APRIL and then HATTON-CASTILLO would happen in AUGUST

[monkeyboy]

You cant blame HATTON at all. Its this corrupt IBF and ****** boxing politics.

Sorry to disagree Kball but I can't see the justification for holding onto the belt if it's going to involve that kind of cost. He has many other well respected fighters to pursue and Castillo is just the start. These are the legacy years. He hasn't taken on too many big names over the years (not that that is a problem) but now that he has the name and the leverage he needs to use it.
The worldwide consensus is that he is the best 140lb fighter. The IBF strap only supports that, it doesn't define it. If the IBF want to strip Hatton and give it to a less regarded fighter that hurts only them, not Hatton.
If Hatton had 5 years left I'd concur with his decision but he doesn't. His style is one that traditionally fades with youth and he recognises this.
Not one fighter will chase him for the belt, they'll chase him because he's 'Ricky Hatton'. Fighters like Mayweather can rightfully say right now that the only name he's beaten is Tzsyu (and what a name!) and the longer he goes between fighting worldwide recognised names just cements the domestic boxer image.
Castillo alone will not negate this. Castillo isn't looking that good. But he is a great stepping stone to another name fighter. Hatton needs to move now.
A great fighter is better than belts. Hatton's going to miss out by taking this safe path.

[DiegoFuego]

A very green Cotto dominated NDou three years ago, winning like 8 or 9 rounds easily. Hatton should have no problem with the guy. I'm glad NDou finally won a big fight after getting beat by Mitchell (dubiously), Cotto, and Witter

[oldgringo]

Interesting...N'Dou is a tough guy and has given everyone he has fought a tough time. He's one of those guys who probably won't get to the highest level but will always give a spirited effort. He certainly gave Cotto and Mitchell rough fights...I didn't see that Witter bout.

I think Ricky will pound out a decision in this one...something like 8-4 on the cards.

[BIGPOPPAPUMP]

Ndou Stops Raban in 12, Next Stop Hatton

SYDNEY, Australia - Lovemore Ndou scored a 12th-round technical knockout over Naoufel Ben Rabah in a world title elimination fight Sunday at Sydney Olympic Park. [details]

[Fighting Cougar]

A very green Cotto dominated NDou three years ago, winning like 8 or 9 rounds easily. Hatton should have no problem with the guy. I'm glad NDou finally won a big fight after getting beat by Mitchell (dubiously), Cotto, and Witter

Possibly yes.

[Hackbar2]

Nice to see ndou get another shot he was robbed against sharmba imho.

[PATO 1]

i dont think he was robbed i think it was very close