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Ricky Hatton or Amir Khan next for Juan Manuel Marquez?
November 28, 7:57 PM
Pittsburgh Fight Sports ExaminerScott Heritage
(AP Photo)
Amir Khan has been looking for a big name to put on his resume as of late, and Juan Manuel Marquez is just that kind of name. Dangerous and famous enough to make the fight a decent seller, but manageable enough for the larger Khan to look good against at the same time.
A win over Marquez would finally lift Khan among the best fighters in the world, and he would start to be considered for fights against the likes of the Mayweathers and Mosleys of the world. (This would include the Pacquiao's as well, but since the two train together, a bout is essentially ruled out).
The only problem that Khan faces to his plan is that Marquez is already rumored to be in talks with the other British Welterweight on the world scene, Ricky Hatton. Khan speaking to the DailyMail, said:
‘I think it would be a tough fight for Ricky to come back straight into after his last defeat. I would have thought he would take one easy fight to get back into it. But this is a tough one."
(AP Photo)
The other possible opponent for Marquez, Ricky Hatton will be looking to come back with a big fight after his semi retirement since early this year. Concentrating on promoting and putting on a lot weight since his last fight, Hatton will need a while to get back into shape if he is serious about a comeback.
Marquez was apparently the one who initiated dialog of a possible fight with Hatton, which bodes well for him rather than Khan being the one to face him. Either man at their best will give Marquez a lot of problems, not least because of the pair of them both having decent size and reach advantages over the Mexican.
All three men in this interesting troika are viewed as somewhat damaged goods despite being at varying stages of their careers. Khan, the youngest at 22 has yet to live up to his full potential and has been accused of taking easy fights since his shock knockout loss to Breidis Prescott back in 2008. A win over either Marquez or Hatton would put him among the divisions best fighters, and would allow him to chase bigger pay days and fights in the future.
Hatton, coming off two big losses but now moving into the second phase of his career will be looking to make a name for himself again by beating Marquez or Khan impressively. The question is whether he can get himself back into the right shape and mentality for another tough fight which either Khan or Marquez are sure to bring him.
Marquez, the eldest at 36 is probably the closest to retirement, but at the same time holds the most reputable titles of the three. Losses against bigger and younger opponents here isn't so disastrous for Marquez because he was at a disadvantage to begin with, and always has his other titles to fall back on and defend.
The best way for the three to proceed might be for all of three to fight one another.If Marquez or Hatton lose both fights, then they should consider retirement. If Khan loses both fights, then his card will be marked as someone not at the level of the bets in the division, and he will have to limit his opponents accordingly. The marketing practically writes itself for these fights, with each one potentially being a last chance saloon for all three fighters.
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November 28, 7:57 PM
Pittsburgh Fight Sports ExaminerScott Heritage(AP Photo)
Amir Khan has been looking for a big name to put on his resume as of late, and Juan Manuel Marquez is just that kind of name. Dangerous and famous enough to make the fight a decent seller, but manageable enough for the larger Khan to look good against at the same time.
A win over Marquez would finally lift Khan among the best fighters in the world, and he would start to be considered for fights against the likes of the Mayweathers and Mosleys of the world. (This would include the Pacquiao's as well, but since the two train together, a bout is essentially ruled out).
The only problem that Khan faces to his plan is that Marquez is already rumored to be in talks with the other British Welterweight on the world scene, Ricky Hatton. Khan speaking to the DailyMail, said:
‘I think it would be a tough fight for Ricky to come back straight into after his last defeat. I would have thought he would take one easy fight to get back into it. But this is a tough one."
(AP Photo)
The other possible opponent for Marquez, Ricky Hatton will be looking to come back with a big fight after his semi retirement since early this year. Concentrating on promoting and putting on a lot weight since his last fight, Hatton will need a while to get back into shape if he is serious about a comeback.
Marquez was apparently the one who initiated dialog of a possible fight with Hatton, which bodes well for him rather than Khan being the one to face him. Either man at their best will give Marquez a lot of problems, not least because of the pair of them both having decent size and reach advantages over the Mexican.
All three men in this interesting troika are viewed as somewhat damaged goods despite being at varying stages of their careers. Khan, the youngest at 22 has yet to live up to his full potential and has been accused of taking easy fights since his shock knockout loss to Breidis Prescott back in 2008. A win over either Marquez or Hatton would put him among the divisions best fighters, and would allow him to chase bigger pay days and fights in the future.
Hatton, coming off two big losses but now moving into the second phase of his career will be looking to make a name for himself again by beating Marquez or Khan impressively. The question is whether he can get himself back into the right shape and mentality for another tough fight which either Khan or Marquez are sure to bring him.
Marquez, the eldest at 36 is probably the closest to retirement, but at the same time holds the most reputable titles of the three. Losses against bigger and younger opponents here isn't so disastrous for Marquez because he was at a disadvantage to begin with, and always has his other titles to fall back on and defend.
The best way for the three to proceed might be for all of three to fight one another.If Marquez or Hatton lose both fights, then they should consider retirement. If Khan loses both fights, then his card will be marked as someone not at the level of the bets in the division, and he will have to limit his opponents accordingly. The marketing practically writes itself for these fights, with each one potentially being a last chance saloon for all three fighters.
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-2...Manuel-Marquez
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