Pacman-Provodnikov: Don't believe the hype

[Emon723]

They say it's gonna be a slam-**** affair, a war, but really, Pacquiao is too smart for Ruslan, the outcome is so predictable, Pacquiao will box his way, had all the chances to KO Provo but will play it safe and show compassion to his opponent in another boring UD win.

Provodnikov has been saying on record he never wanted to face Pacquiao, but no thanks to Bob Arum and HBO, who keeps pushing for this match-up, I never thought Bradley would become so fearful for Pacman.

If Bradley-Pacquiao 2 won't sell as Top Rank is reluctant in making this fight, then Bradley-Marquez 2 is far worse, a rematch with Bradley and Pac could at least bring interest to rival Mayweather's next fight against either Khan or Maidana.

[FrankieBruno]

Pov is a basic boxer who only fights one way, he has heart, but thats not going to help him beat Pac

[mrpizza-nd_beer]

One reason why I don't want this fight to happen. They have too much respect for each other. Once one senses is the other is beaten they'd cruise along. Think Rios and Margarito 12th round. No story enough to put this two together.

[Da Machine]

That's how I see it too, and not sure who would think differently. Honestly, while it would never happen, and Khan is crazy for mentioning it, I would love to see that fight with all their background and saying a fight would never happen.

Bradley fight is the only logical next fight. Not sure why it's even taking long to be made.

[Big_L]

could be wrong but it's looking like bradley just don't want to fight pacquiao again. that's the only way pac/ruslan makes sense is if bradley and jmm don't want to fight manny. i'd like to hear tim bradley speak up. we've heard from everybody but him.

[DoubleMM]

this will be a sparring session between two friends.

[ИATAS]

Provodnikov said he didn't want to fight Pacquiao because he thinks he'll hurt Pacquiao. You made it seem like Ruslan was scared. After the Rios fight Ruslan was saying he didn't think Pacquiao was the same fighter and he more or less said it wouldn't be right to fight him at this stage of his career (meaning he thinks he would damage Pacquiao ).

[ButtScratcher^^]

If pac vs provo happens, there is a very big possibility that the fight will be stopped because of too much bleeding due to cuts. Provo, has unfortunately, a very light and thin skin and manny punches through his knuckles more than usual. There is a reason why almost all of manny's opponents bleeds and gets lumps and bumps all over the face after the fight; -- the bone to bone impact will make it easier to cut and bump a person's skin; especially those with lighter and thin skins.

[ИATAS]

If pac vs provo happens, there is a very big possibility that the fight will be stopped because of too much bleeding due to cuts. Provo, has unfortunately, a very light and thin skin and manny punches through his knuckles more than usual. There is a reason why almost all of manny's opponents bleeds and gets lumps and bumps all over the face after the fight; -- the bone to bone impact will make it easier to cut and bump a person's skin; especially those with lighter and thin skins.

And his high cheek bones. He bruises so easy

[4Corners]

It's better then Floyd fighting Khan, that's for sure. But still, I wouldn't consider Pac beating Ruslan a good or notable win to list on his resume. Provo had a close fight with Bradley and beat Alvarado, that's it.

He's a basic come forward fighter, he'll be eating shots from Pac all night long. Another UD to make Pac look good.