I'm startin to fall for the hype..HELPPP!!!

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There's doubt in everyone's mind, no matter who they are rooting for, though they might not admit it. Size seems to be a big focus, but it's only one factor. There are many more, and in my opinion they outweigh a slight weight disadvantage. I'm gonna think of a couple of things where I see an advantage for Pacquiao...

Stance. Pacquiao is a southpaw. Miguel is left-hand dominant. Pacquiao could have some very good success because of this. His last two opponents, De La Hoya and Hatton, are also left-hand dominant. Yum.... breakfast.

Speed. If this fight ever came down to whoever lands the first knockout punch, chances are Manny would be first. Would Manny's power trouble Cotto? The KO shot that looked like it almost killed Ricky Hatton would hurt pretty much anyone who doesn't have a head made out of concrete! You cannot doubt that ****. That was one punch. Pacquiao throw hundreds of them and has good power in both hands. The right right looks less powerful than the left, but it's gotta be maybe 75% as strong? I dunno. Pacquiao has carried his power up well while increasing weight. If the reports of recent sparring sessions are anything to go by, Pacquiao seems to be doing well against fast middleweight-sized opponents. Considering this, I think Pacquiao indeed hurts Cotto.

I also think Cotto can and will hurt Pacquiao at times, but not enough to knock him out. Manny's chin is solid, he can take a hell of a shot. Cotto's body shots shouldn't be a major concern. A lot of people might disagree on that, but Pacquiao has one of the best conditioned bodies in boxing, regularly utilizing techniques used by martial artists, such as stick training, to toughen up his body. That's some serious ****.

There are other, slightly less obvious things to consider, for example, if Cotto is prone to cuts right now, it could be a major issue. Beyond everything though, Cotto needs to knock Pacquiao out. The reason why should be obvious to anyone: Pacquiao vs. Mayweather = serious paper. If you think the guys in suits are letting that one slip away, think again. If it goes to the cards, Cotto might be unlucky. You have to consider the politics, not just the fighters.


Overall, I'm fairly confident of a Pacquiao victory. I understand why other people have doubts though, because these are two great fighters. I just happen to believe Pacquiao is greater.



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Sorry for the long ass post.

Didn't realize it was that long.



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You know man to be honest, I just got that exact same feeling afew minutes ago after rewatching Hatton-Pac KO part. If you notice, Hatton actually got in too close to throw a jab and Pac countered right over it with that massive left. It's like at any moment if you **** up, Pac can take your head off. I feel like, with Pac's accuracy, he can paint Cotto's face because let's face it, it isn't hard to hit Cotto either. Pac has been harder to hit as of late, but he still is taggable with straight right hands. Even Hatton landed one on Pac(maybe the only punch he landed). I think if Cotto doesn't come in 160lbs, he's as good as Hatton was.

I believe..although I doubt they'll show it..that Cotto will come in at 156..

but that's what I'm talkin about..I doubt Cotto will get hit with a shot like that..cuz Hatton literally held his hands to his chest..chin wide open!..

I think that..like Savor said..if Cotto gets that jab goin..it'll only be a matter of time..but Pacquiao is studying that..and planning to side step combo side step combo..and we ALL know Cotto isn't as fast as Pac..but his balance and footwork is GREAT tho..

we'll see what happens..I'm a lil worried..but..I still got my money on Cotto!!.WaRCoTTo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Ah yeah, Cotto tends to need to plant his feet to get some power behind his shots. I doubt Manny will allow him to stay in one spot long enough to do that. While Cotto's setting up, Pacquiao throws combos and moves. It'll be the same kind of strategy they used for Oscar, Diaz, and to a lesser degree, Hatton.



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[savorduhflavor]

Ah yeah, Cotto tends to need to plant his feet to get some power behind his shots. I doubt Manny will allow him to stay in one spot long enough to do that. While Cotto's setting up, Pacquiao throws combos and moves. It'll be the same kind of strategy they used for Oscar, Diaz, and to a lesser degree, Hatton.

You're right to a degree. Cotto needs to set his feet to throw power punches...not jabs. I honestly think the key to the whole fight is Pac's feet vs. Cotto's jab.

Thing is, Cotto's jab is like a power punch.

[..WaRSpencE..]

Ah yeah, Cotto tends to need to plant his feet to get some power behind his shots. I doubt Manny will allow him to stay in one spot long enough to do that. While Cotto's setting up, Pacquiao throws combos and moves. It'll be the same kind of strategy they used for Oscar, Diaz, and to a lesser degree, Hatton.

well don't forget..

Pacquiao hops in and out..if Cotto times him and jabs his ass comin in..he's going down..I'm sorry..

Cotto put down to big muthafuckas that have never been knocked down before fighting him in Clottey and Gomez with just a Jab and perfect timing..lil Pac will get sat down if he hops in at the wrong time..

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You're right to a degree. Cotto needs to set his feet to throw power punches...not jabs. I honestly think the key to the whole fight is Pac's feet vs. Cotto's jab.

Thing is, Cotto's jab is like a power punch.

I believe he has a good jab, but it's being overrated because of the Clottey fight. I don't think Clottey was hurt, plus the canvas was super slippy, he kept slipping all over the place.



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well don't forget..

Pacquiao hops in and out..if Cotto times him and jabs his ass comin in..he's going down..I'm sorry..

Cotto put down to big muthafuckas that have never been knocked down before fighting him in Clottey and Gomez with just a Jab and perfect timing..lil Pac will get sat down if he hops in at the wrong time..

Angles. Pacquiao comes in and out not just from the front.



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[Puya]

I'm starting to believe that Pacquiao might be too much for Cotto..the way Pacquiao swings his left..it has BAAD INTENTIONS all over it!..and he's carried that power pretty well with his weight..Speed along with power is what has WOBBLED Cotto the most!..(Corley, Torres, Judah, etc.)..and Pac is levels above them..maybe not as powerful..but he's definitely a finisher!..

I keep sayin that Cotto could hurt Pacquiao to the body..but let's be honest..Cotto hasn't thrown his body punches since Zab Judah..besides Gomez and Jennings..and let's face it..they were BUMS!..

As the date gets closer I keep thinking about all the bets I've made offline and I'm thinkin..damn..I'm gonna lose $200 and a Fifth of Patron!..lol..

Cotto seems very dedicated..but Pacquiao has just been looking beastly lately..even if it was Hatton and DLH..which could very well be the reason I'm feeling this way..he WRECKED them like nobody ever has!..

I don't know guys...I'm goin for Cotto 100%..but I'm not 100% on a victory...especially when I see **** like Arum planning to have Mayweather-Pacquiao in March 2010...like even he knows Cotto won't be able to hang..I've never felt this way when it comes to Cotto..not even with Mosley or Margarito!..

[savorduhflavor]

I believe he has a good jab, but it's being overrated because of the Clottey fight. I don't think Clottey was hurt, plus the canvas was super slippy, he kept slipping all over the place.

Nah, not by me. That knockdown was entirely balance related, I'm not ******ed haha.

BUT, that doesn't take away the fact that his jab is still like a power punch. Watch the Mosley, Judah, and Gomez fights and you'll see it. It is a GREAT jab, and is far and away his best punch.