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By Rick Reeno - Later tonight, the number-one pound-for-pound fighter in the world, Manny Pacquiao (46-3-2, 35KO), moves up to the lightweight division to challenge WBC champion David Diaz (34-1, 17KO) at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pacquiao wants to insert his name into the history books by becoming the first Asian fighter to win four major titles in four weight divisions.
“I am very comfortable at 135. The power is no concern - I feel stronger at 135. What we have been working on is to maintain my speed. Because of moving up there is a chance to get slower, but fighting bigger guys is definitely not a problem for me,” Pacquiao said. “I am looking forward to fighting David Diaz. He has the same style as me…move in and fight. It’s going to be a good fight.” [details]
“I am very comfortable at 135. The power is no concern - I feel stronger at 135. What we have been working on is to maintain my speed. Because of moving up there is a chance to get slower, but fighting bigger guys is definitely not a problem for me,” Pacquiao said. “I am looking forward to fighting David Diaz. He has the same style as me…move in and fight. It’s going to be a good fight.” [details]
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