Trying to understand the hype surrounding Pac

[Drunken Cat]

I think alot of the hype probably comes from the fact that if you put two fighters in a ring and one of them is named Manny Pacqiou you will probably have a pretty good fight. The guy has an exciting style with good speed (ask Barrera) and good power (just ask Marquez) and he leaves himself open to get tagged. Those qualities usually make an exciting fighter.

[muay]

Thailand has five (5) current world champions BUT Pacquiao is looked up to as the big brother. Proud Asian dragon!

[THRILLAinmanila]

Pink.....


I think he's a super-exciting fighter. He's also one who seems totally fearless.

He's overrated by his countrymen, that's all.
99% of them know little about boxing outside of what Pac does. So, their love of him leads them to make bold statements while knowing few facts.

this happens with a lot of fighters....Trinidad, Klits, Oscar, Tyson.

Pac should be summed up like this...
A unique, tough to beat fighter.....with explosive power & speed...a fearless attitude....& big, gaping holes that will eventually lead to his downfall.

good post dude

[THRILLAinmanila]

Thailand has five (5) current world champions BUT Pacquiao is looked up to as the big brother. Proud Asian dragon!

The Real Asian Storm : Manny Pacquiao

[VPDJ]

Pacman I say has not perfected his skills yet. But at 25, he already proved to boxing fans what he can do and what else he can in future fights. He is an exciting fighter, and fearless. This is why I like him and I like his attitude. I didn't say JMM, MAB or MORALES is not good. They are. But I am on who is the best. Pacman has proved to everybody that he is not over hyped because we've seen what he can do. Media people or promoters is to be blame for that and for other boxers as well. But to me, he is the best fighter right now in his division not because he is over hyped but because he has proven that to me. As simple as that.

[THRILLAinmanila]

Pacman I say has not perfected his skills yet. But at 25, he already proved to boxing fans what he can do and what else he can in future fights. He is an exciting fighter, and fearless. This is why I like him and I like his attitude. I didn't say JMM, MAB or MORALES is not good. They are. But I am on who is the best. Pacman has proved to everybody that he is not over hyped because we've seen what he can do. Media people or promoters is to be blame for that and for other boxers as well. But to me, he is the best fighter right now in his division not because he is over hyped but because he has proven that to me. As simple as that.

Other than beating Morales & JMM, for him to be considered a future all-time great, he needs to seriously work on his defense.
If not, he will be KOd in the near future by the likes of Morales.

[VPDJ]

Other than beating Morales & JMM, for him to be considered a future all-time great, he needs to seriously work on his defense.
If not, he will be KOd in the near future by the likes of Morales.

That's the problem of Pacman and Freddie Roach. If that time comes then I'm sure he is prepared for whatever Morales will bring. His defense and boxing strategy will be different than when he fought JMM or MAB. It's boxing and boxing to me is not just hitting your opponent. What keeps a fighter always winning is by using his head even in Martial Arts. A good example of a smart boxer is Hopkins when he fought Trinidad.

Bring on Pacman vs. Morales. I want it.

[m00ks]

Other than beating Morales & JMM, for him to be considered a future all-time great, he needs to seriously work on his defense.
If not, he will be KOd in the near future by the likes of Morales.

Here's the dilemma, his instinct is to go forward and attack. Up until JMM he hasn't really encountered anyone who can withstand his attack. It's hard to pay respect to your opponents abilities if you have as devastating of an offense as Manny does. He does however have very quick reflexes and can see the punches coming. All and all, compared to Manny of the old, he has improved a lot on not getting hit. Anybody see his face against Hussein after the fight? Yeeesh, Gatti looked better.

[THRILLAinmanila]

Here's the dilemma, his instinct is to go forward and attack. Up until JMM he hasn't really encountered anyone who can withstand his attack. It's hard to pay respect to your opponents abilities if you have as devastating of an offense as Manny does. He does however have very quick reflexes and can see the punches coming. All and all, compared to Manny of the old, he has improved a lot on not getting hit. Anybody see his face against Hussein after the fight? Yeeesh, Gatti looked better.

I know. he does do well on ducking shots. He probably needs work on moving away and having his hands up when the opponent is on some serious attack, then at the right time go on his own relentless attack himself. Watching him go toe to toe almost 100% of the time I feel is too risky, especially against a Morales. my thoughts

[m00ks]

I know. he does do well on ducking shots. He probably needs work on moving away and having his hands up when the opponent is on some serious attack, then at the right time go on his own relentless attack himself. Watching him go toe to toe almost 100% of the time I feel is too risky, especially against a Morales. my thoughts

he commits so much on that left and that is what leaves him open. In a fight against Morales, I feel he's gonna get dropped by that lazer uppercut. If he's gonna punch he better connect.