Floyd being this good, yet not going for the kill = less PPV buys

[fightfan_79]

I don't care about PPV numbers. Though I can't understand why Mayweather didn't attempt to KO him. He was there to be hit and he clearly stopped respecting Shane's power when he began stalking him. I don't understand why he won't put his punches together.

I see it as, Floyd still respected Shane's power, yet was supremely confidant in his own ability to counter ANYTHING Shane threw at him....big difference....and that is why he never went for the kill....like we teach to the kids..."Safety 1st!"

[Boss Don]

Floyd said he about to take a year and half off by the time he come back people are gonna wanna see him fight

[fightfan_79]

floyd's lack of power does negatively affect his ppv status.

floyd can easily overcome his lack of power by putting together 4-5 punch combos once he's figured out his opponent. I see no reason for floyd to continue with potshots and 2 punch combos once he's thoroughly discouraged his opponents. If you totally outclass your opponent, you should be able to stop them. If floyd puts on gatti like beatings all the time, he wouldn't get so much flak.

I think if ANYONE puts on Gatti type beatings...it gets the casual fan to notice that fighter....ex. Valero....Valero was declared by some to be Pacquiao's toughest fight outside of Floyd...based on what....a 27-0 with 27 KOs record? Action can do wonders for your career....

[icebergisonfire]

I think because he respected Mosley, he will go for the KO against Pacquaio to prove a point though. I always vote Mayweather by UD when he fights, I'll change that to Mayweather by KO when this fight takes place.

[fightfan_79]

Obviously, he had respect for his power all throughout the fight. Trust me, if Phony Boy felt there was zero left in Shane, he would've Gatti'ed his @ss.

The thing to keep in mind, is that, Shane defended the left hook well, which is Phony's $$$ shot. That right hand was just a tapper, man. Did you see Shane's face, the guy was all smiles during the post-fight press conference, lol

You, know, more than anything, Shane was demoralized in that fight, but he wasn't beaten down.

Demoralized is the perfect word to describe Shane's attitude that fight....and yes...Shane was definately not beatdown...

[fightfan_79]

Floyd doesnt lack power. He hits hard and can knockout any ww. He just doesnt have the killer instinct. Doesnt take risks. He's very popular already, but if he would just finish off his opponents like he's physically able to do, he would be twice as popular.

When your elite...lack of power doesn't matter...its being able to string those punches together to make your opponent feel the accumulative damage (Pacquiao)....once Floyd finds the "Pretty Boy" again...Its pretty safe to say that he will no doubt be a top 5 ATG...and that's coming from a "Money" hater....

[And Still]

I have to admit that I am mad at Floyd now. Seriously.

The dude is that talented and that good. And that durable and strong....effing stop dancing with Marquez!!

If you want rounds, just go to the gym. Don't put in rounds "under the lights".

I now truly believe that Floyd could have stopped Hatton earlier, stopped Marquez, and stopped Zab.

But Floyd listens to Pernell talk. He listens to his dad. To his uncle. He listens to Vargas. He sees Ali. THAT is why he fights in such a cautious manner.

[fightfan_79]

I think because he respected Mosley, he will go for the KO against Pacquaio to prove a point though. I always vote Mayweather by UD when he fights, I'll change that to Mayweather by KO when this fight takes place.

I strongly disagree with that...but that's what these forums are for...have a decent conversation oabout boxing opinions and views...

Pacquiao's chin has been proven...his warrior mentality has been shown...and his eagerness to trade punch for punch can be seen all the way back to his "one-dimensional" days....

The one attribute that will decide the fight...I give the advantage to Pacquiao....stamina.

Can Floyd keep Manny off him enough for a full 12 rounds......can he counter-punch those odd angled 3-4 punch combos (ex. 1st Cotto KD) all 12 rounds....can he stand toe-toe if neccesary with Manny for a full 12 rounds....

Hopefully we will find out those answers come November 2010....

[fightfan_79]

I have to admit that I am mad at Floyd now. Seriously.

The dude is that talented and that good. And that durable and strong....effing stop dancing with Marquez!!

If you want rounds, just go to the gym. Don't put in rounds "under the lights".

I now truly believe that Floyd could have stopped Hatton earlier, stopped Marquez, and stopped Zab.

But Floyd listens to Pernell talk. He listens to his dad. To his uncle. He listens to Vargas. He sees Ali. THAT is why he fights in such a cautious manner.

"Ain't nothing cool about being hit".......

[1 on 1]

I have to admit that I am mad at Floyd now. Seriously.

The dude is that talented and that good. And that durable and strong....effing stop dancing with Marquez!!

If you want rounds, just go to the gym. Don't put in rounds "under the lights".

I now truly believe that Floyd could have stopped Hatton earlier, stopped Marquez, and stopped Zab.

But Floyd listens to Pernell talk. He listens to his dad. To his uncle. He listens to Vargas. He sees Ali. THAT is why he fights in such a cautious manner.

My thoughts have been the same. I mean he probably sees Rog and his Dad on a daily basis, that has to mess with his mind.

Like I've said, a super talented guy like Phony has more gears in him, but, he's got somethin' messin' with him in the back of his mind.