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i think Hatton has looked closely at Castillo's style and sees that he can defeat him.. I think Castillo on the other hand will be in good shape because of his pride, but he is just looking for a payday before he hangs up his gloves.
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Boxing 'Golden Boy' Enrique Colin Reyes believes Ricky Hatton has what it takes to beat Jose Luis Castillo when the pair meet in June.
Hatton and Castillo face one another in Las Vegas on June 23 in a much anticipated fight between two of the best pound-for-pound fighters in boxing, and Reyes gives The Hitman the edge.
Castillo, known for his aggressive style and a record of 55 wins, including 47 knock-outs, seven loses and one draw, is expected to offer Hatton one of his toughest fights to date.
But Reyes, who boxes under Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy promotion, has been sparring with Hatton in Manchester ahead of the fight and he feels the Mancunian has the attributes to win.
Reyes, who has a professional record of 29 wins and 3 loses, is better placed than most to offer an opinion as the Mexican also trains with Castillo in the Creea Gymnasio in Tijuana.
"Hatton is very, very, strong. I have been a professional fighter for eight years, and I have never sparred with someone as strong as him," Reyes told The Daily Telegraph.
"The way Hatton comes forward makes him a monster. I would give him the edge over Castillo in this fight.
"Hatton is a real Machista fighter, who is much stronger physically than Castillo, who has all the shots, and can box more.
"The styles mean it will be a great fight. We already refer to Hatton as 'the White Mexican' and he fights with the heart of a Mexican Warrior," Reyes added.
Hatton has been pushing himself through some of the most effective training of his career ahead of the bout as he looks to wow a large Mexican boxing fan base.
The IBF light-welterweight champion, unbeaten in 42 fights, will be keen to impress after regaining his title in stuttering style against Juan Urango in January.Comment
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Castillo is the perfect opponent for Hatton.A 'name' fighter that looks good on paper,but who is in reality...shot.
Hatton will knock him out and to most it will look like a quality win,but....Comment
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this fight reminds me of the PBF - DLH fight. PBF knew he was fighting a guy on the slide and used it to his advantage. I think Hatton will win a UD by out conditioning JLC.Comment
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Wouldn't it also be true that De La Hoya was a "name" opponent for Mayweather, but he was past his prime? There will always be a few hard core haters who won't give Hatton credit no matter who he defeats. If Ricky knocked out Samuel Peter, they'd say he was a "name fighter who looks good on paper, but who is in reality...slow" There's always some way to put a negative spin on it!
However, most people will recognize Castillo (with his 47 career KO's) as a capable and formidable opponent, and give Ricky credit if he wins.Comment
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I gave credit for PBF beating DLH, who was a good name, but not p4p top material when he fought PBF. I will give Hatton credit for beating Castillo, who is also a good name but also not p4p top material.Comment
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Whats that meant to mean Bra?You're only as good as your last fight. Go watch Castillo-Ngoudjo...
I was simply telling TS who hasnt really seen Castillo fight
to check out them fights...
I saw that last fight and what?Comment
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Stop whining, you dont give floyd credit, and call us racists if we dont say what you wanna hear,
example. myself and hugh,
He likes hatton, i like mayweather,
Yet we can manage to have a proper convo on here most nights and havent had one arguement.
You just take it to heart too much.Comment
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