By Lou "Cinder" Block I have received a ton of biased and even vulgar comments on my previous articles by irate fans, some even questioning my knowledge of the sport. Well to these guys if you ain't riding Pacman's wagon you are the enemy and an idiot who does not know boxing. In my recent piece " The only way Pacquiao can win is if Cotto has an off night" I was blasted … [Read more...] about All Time Great Status (Pacquiao/Mayweather) A Comparative Look
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“The Raging Bull” Jake Lamotta shares his thoughts on MMA
Jake LaMottta was one of the most brutal warriors in the sport of boxing. He was the first man to defeat boxing legend Sugar Ray Robinson. His rocky relationship with his late ex-wife,Vickie, was documented in the classic Martin Scorsese film Raging Bull (Robert De Niro won a best actor Oscar for his performance as LaMotta). So what does The Raging Bull think of the … [Read more...] about “The Raging Bull” Jake Lamotta shares his thoughts on MMA
Former Pacman opponent picks Pacquiao over Cotto
South African boxer Lehlohonolo Ledwaba and former IBF 122lb champion the man who Manny Pacquiao faced on two weeks notice and destroyed in a 6 round stoppage, favors the Filipino in his November 14th HBO PPV match against Miguel Cotto the WBO welterweight champion who fights out of Puerto Rico. “Manny’s in his prime, but he’s fighting a really tough guy. Manny doesn’t like … [Read more...] about Former Pacman opponent picks Pacquiao over Cotto
Paul Williams the modern day Henry Armstrong
By Lou Block Paul Williams is one of the most avoided boxers in the game today! With his combination punching, his stamina, his reach and height advantage can you blame guys like Manny Pacquiao and Kelly Pavlik from facing this genetic specimen? I know if I was a manager and I wanted to protect my fighter I for sure would avoid Paul "The Punisher" Williams like the … [Read more...] about Paul Williams the modern day Henry Armstrong
Pacmania Open 9-Ball Championships
Manny Pacquiao presents the PacMania Open 9-Ball Championships winner gets $10,000 in prize money. The event will take place at Hard Times Billiards in Bellflower, CA on Oct 31-Nov 1, 2009 This event will be sponsored by Tiger Cues and covered by ESPN and The Action Report (TAR). The charity benefit event will include special guest players: Efren “Bata” Reyes, Francisco … [Read more...] about Pacmania Open 9-Ball Championships
Bob Arum “Manny Pacquiao, Bruce Lee style of boxing”
By Zato In Bob Arum's weekly blog In My Corner for the Las Vegas sun detailing the lead up to the Nov. 14th Pacquiao vs Cotto fight, he describes Manny's training camp in Baguio, how he has never seen any other boxer train like the pacman and compares him to the late Bruce Lee. Pacquiao who many boxing fans have liken to the martial arts legend, mainly due to their … [Read more...] about Bob Arum “Manny Pacquiao, Bruce Lee style of boxing”
Lyoto Machida vs. Mauricio Rua a rematch needs to happen
(Jon Kopaloff / Getty Images) By Dar Mead When equals meet, talent and acquired skill is almost neutralized or even becomes ineffective. It is the battle of power, strength and developed technique plus the sacrifice in training coupled with a discipline that a plan can become effective in its application to defeat an opponent. This was reflected in the Lyoto "Dragon" … [Read more...] about Lyoto Machida vs. Mauricio Rua a rematch needs to happen
Pacman looking lean and mean in his first L.A workout
Manny Pacquiao the pride of the Philippines, showed off a shredded physique during his first workout at the world famous Wild Card Boxing Club in Hollywood, California. Pacman did his typical routine on non-sparring days, which mainly consists of mitt work with trainer Freddie Roach, bag work, jump rope and plyometrics. Pacquiao should have no problem making the 145lb … [Read more...] about Pacman looking lean and mean in his first L.A workout
HBO editing does wonders for Cotto’s image, Manny’s not so much
By Erwin Lastimosa First off I would like to commend HBO for bringing the fans yet again another high quality production of their award winning series 24/7. I will be quick and to the point of my complaint of this recent episode of 24/7. My problem is that HBO was trying to portray Manny Pacquiao as a man changed by the fame and all of the trappings that come with … [Read more...] about HBO editing does wonders for Cotto’s image, Manny’s not so much
Is the Pacquiao/Roach relationship beginning to sour?
By Lou "Cinder" Block Those who have watched HBO 24/7 Pacquiao/Cotto last night could see the change in the Pacman. It was a different side, an inconsiderate side that I had never seen before. Roach made a comment about Pacquiao being happy over the small things before but not so much today, like when Manny came to the gym and was happy because he got a new pair of … [Read more...] about Is the Pacquiao/Roach relationship beginning to sour?
Watch HBO 24/7 Pacquiao/Cotto Episode 1 Online
HBO Boxing Pacquiao/Cotto 24/7 episode #1 is now up on HBO.com. The Emmy Award winning series will air 3 more episodes leading up to the Nov. 14th Pacquiao vs. Cotto showdown on HBO PPV. View 24/7 Pacquiao/Cotto Episode 1. HERE Talk about this in the Now Boxing Forum membership is FREE … [Read more...] about Watch HBO 24/7 Pacquiao/Cotto Episode 1 Online
Stallone to make another Rocky movie,”Rocky 7″?
At 63 years of age nothing seems to be holding Sylvester Stallone back from making more action films. Finishing up on his latest film The Expendables which stars a who's who of action stars from Mickey Rourke, Jet Li, Jason Statham, Dolph Lundgren, UFC fighter Randy Couture and cameos by Bruce Willis and Arnold Schwarzenegger to name a few, and getting the green light for … [Read more...] about Stallone to make another Rocky movie,”Rocky 7″?
Tecate mail-in rebate for HBO PPV “Pacquiao vs. Cotto”
Those in selected states can receive a $25 mail-in discount coupon for the HBO November 14 pay-per-view bout between Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto with the purchase of an 18-pack of Tecate beer or Tecate Light beer. The only states eligible for this discount are Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington. The PPV price of Pacquiao … [Read more...] about Tecate mail-in rebate for HBO PPV “Pacquiao vs. Cotto”
Tomasz Adamek KO’s Andrew Golota In Heavyweight Debut
(AP Photo/Alik Keplicz) Oct. 24, 2009 Former IBF cruiser-weight champion Tomasz Adamek took on fellow Polish boxer Andrew Golota at the Atlas Arena in Lodz, Poland. Golota outweighed Adamek by 42 pounds in the ring, but Tomasz showed that he can carry his power up to Heavyweight as well as his speed. In the first round Adamek dropped Golota with a powerful right hand, … [Read more...] about Tomasz Adamek KO’s Andrew Golota In Heavyweight Debut
The Pacman is in Los Angeles! (photos)
After enduring the harsh Typhoon in Baguio, Manny Pacquiao is happy to be on dry land. He arrived at LAX in the evening with the usual smile on his face, happy to see the many fans greeting him upon arrival. Pacquiao will remain in Hollywood and train at Freddie Roach's Wild Card Boxing Club for two weeks before heading out to vegas for his November 14th fight with Miguel … [Read more...] about The Pacman is in Los Angeles! (photos)