Comments Thread For: Fighting Words: We Can’t Ignore the Sanctioning Bodies

[Ring Leader]

Bradley wont fight, why wouldnt he get stripped?

[B.R!ghteous]

The sanctioning bodies, key word "body", seems more like a chicken running around without a head! The last few years have proven that they're as flawed or even more so than the NCAA BCS system.

[bballchump11]

Who's the mandatory that Bradley was supposed to fight?

[Dave Rado]

It has been one year -- Aug. 7, 2010 -- since a boxer rated in the WBC's top 10 at Super Lightweight has received a title shot (Andreas Kotelnik - who's rated #11 now). So you've got 10 contenders chomping at the bit ... some have been in line for years ... waiting for their shot. The WBC contacted Bradley about when he was going to defend repeatedly, and he never responded. His promoters are suing him, so he can't put a fight together. And all Bradley seems to want to do is move up in weight and fight Pacquiao (and Manny has zero interest in fighting him).

It's easy to bash sanctioning bodies, but seriously, what are they supposed to do if he doesn't want to defend and all these boxers are demanding to know when they'll get their turn? What about the fighters waiting for their shot ... and can't get it because Bradley has set his sights elsewhere? If fans aren't complaining about the sanctioning bodies removing a title, they are complaining because it's taking too long for their favorite fighter to get a title shot.

If Bradley just defended like he's supposed to, the problem would be solved. If he can't, then the organization has to do something or it's not fair to the guys waiting in line.

Hell, Bradley could've made a fortune this year just defending against "name" guys in the WBc's top 10, like Erik Morales, Lucas Matthysse, and Humberto Soto. The WBC basically set the table for him. But he wants a dream fight with Manny, and it just isn't going to happen.

Your post might have a certain amount of weight if it weren't for the fact (which you completely ignored) that Morales will be fighting Barrios for the vacant title. As it is, what you say is completely irrelevant to the point at hand, as neither can be considered a credible mandatory and Barrios isn't even a credible top 10 fighter.

And Bradley's last defence of his title, which was recognised by the WBC, was only in January, and was against an opponent whom every single credible independent rankings had at either #2 or #3 in the division at the time.

[Dave Rado]

I think the biggest problem is the media. The vast majority of sports reporters call the alphabet title holders "the world champion", which is ridiculous, because by definition it is only possible for there to be one world champion in any division at a given time. They should refer to them as alphabet title holders or some similar phrase, and make it clear that the world champion is the lineal champion or where there is none, that the world championship is vacant. If all journalists did that, the problem would instantly become dramatically less of a problem - and fighters would suddenly start fighting for the lineal title, which they mostly don't do at present, because the fans would then be educated enough to demand it.

[SlimTim]

The sanctioning bodies CAN AND SHOULD BE IGNORED BY EVERYONE. They are what is killing boxing and turning away potential casual fans by confusing them. Boxing will always be a B sport with little to no recognition from networks and major media outlets as long as the sanctioning bodies exist. Let's put an end to this garbage and help boxing regain some integrity

[LeadUppercut]

Tell Floyd to sign the contract get a needle and let's do it, idiot..

Why are you here you dopey cvnt.

This thread is about what is wrong with boxing, so not surprised at all that you showed up.

I cant wait for the Mayweather fight, so that you can suddenly forget about boxing, and concentrate on your love of politics

[LeadUppercut]

I'm glad Greisman stepped up and said the things I've been saying all along; the sanctioning bodies aren't going anywhere.

The sanctioning bodies do muddle the sport with their politics and blatant favoritism, but until an alternative is available to replace the marketing and financial benefits lost by removing the sanctioning bodies, the fighters will continue to seek the belts

The bottom line is, the bottom line. Belts = $$$

This subject has been discussed for years, the bottom line always seems to be the same..... how to get the fighters to drop their belts ?

The answer, a remuneration system, piles of money, and new global contracts.

It will take a selfless act, by a very rich man (men), who has no concern for potential future income streams, ans is ONLY concerned about the sport itself.

[LeadUppercut]

Komandante, making ******s feel intelligent since 2008

LMAO lovin your work bro

[LeadUppercut]

It has been one year -- Aug. 7, 2010 -- since a boxer rated in the WBC's top 10 at Super Lightweight has received a title shot (Andreas Kotelnik - who's rated #11 now). So you've got 10 contenders chomping at the bit ... some have been in line for years ... waiting for their shot. The WBC contacted Bradley about when he was going to defend repeatedly, and he never responded. His promoters are suing him, so he can't put a fight together. And all Bradley seems to want to do is move up in weight and fight Pacquiao (and Manny has zero interest in fighting him).

It's easy to bash sanctioning bodies, but seriously, what are they supposed to do if he doesn't want to defend and all these boxers are demanding to know when they'll get their turn? What about the fighters waiting for their shot ... and can't get it because Bradley has set his sights elsewhere? If fans aren't complaining about the sanctioning bodies removing a title, they are complaining because it's taking too long for their favorite fighter to get a title shot.

If Bradley just defended like he's supposed to, the problem would be solved. If he can't, then the organization has to do something or it's not fair to the guys waiting in line.

Hell, Bradley could've made a fortune this year just defending against "name" guys in the WBc's top 10, like Erik Morales, Lucas Matthysse, and Humberto Soto. The WBC basically set the table for him. But he wants a dream fight with Manny, and it just isn't going to happen.

If the Pacquiao / Mayweather fight does not happen next.....

..... who will Pacquiao fight after Marquez ?

If you say Martinez, I am gonna push you off your stool