Being disciplined wasn't the problem. Boxing is not only a sport, but an entertainment business. Donaire was expected to take the lead as the guy people came to see and couldn't just sit back "being disciplined" waiting to counterpunch as Rigo did. And Donaire isn't very good at taking the lead, but he had to try regardless. It's hard getting off on a mover because any punches you throw would likely miss or get countered.
I'm not sure if Rigo will alter his style/tactics to appease the fans. He has two titles now, so he has bargaining power.
I think what we saw tonight is when two counter punchers get in the ring, the one who
plays agressor typically loses because its out of their
comfort zone and the other gets to fight their fight. Which
was the case of Marquez vs Mayweather for example.
Donaire we've seen in the past he's been less then amazing when he's forced to chase guys around the ring and try to be aggressive.
I didn't think Rigondeaux could take his power but he did and he hurt Donaire numerous times as well.
Rigondeaux is simply am extraordinary fighter. He's nearly impossible to hit, he's fast as hell and his reflexes are insane.
Bro Mayweather was the aggressor against Juan. Bad comparison. Rigo is a great boxer but he is not Mayweather. Mayweather does what he wants in that ring, offensively or defensively. Nonito is not really a counterpuncher, he is just faster than the bums he fights.
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