Originally posted by Southpaw Stinger
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Why was Gatti such an admired fighter of the last decade by US fight-fans?
Why is Pacquiao more popular in the US than he is in the UK? LMAO, Mayweather has more of a following in the UK and he's generally perceived to be lesser warrior of the two.
All that the typical British fight fan cares about is supporting 'our boys' (no matter how untalented or lacking in personality they may be) - if two of them face off, public favor will naturally err to the side of the 'hero' and not the 'heel'. Not a knock on Groves, BTW, as I like the kid. - he has some talent and personality.
Ricky Hatton was lauded for being a 'humble guy' by UK fight fans. That pretty much says it all.
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