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”
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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
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)
Amir Khan vs. Dmitry Salita, Muslim vs. Jewish rivalry?
(AP Photo/PA, Owen Humphreys) One would think that Amir Khan and Dimitry Salita would've played up the religious angle to draw tickets sales for their December 5th WBA junior welterweight showdown at the Newcastle Metro Arena. But No stones or insults were thrown by either fighter, both were cordial to each other and both come from two different religious backgrounds, … [Read more...] about Amir Khan vs. Dmitry Salita, Muslim vs. Jewish rivalry?
Miguel Cotto reveals why he fired his sparring partner
By Zato Frankie 'El Gato' Figueroa former sparring partner for Miguel Cotto, who had sparred with Cotto for previous fights, was fired without clue or reason. But now Miguel Cotto has spoken out about why he fired Gato in an interview he conducted with the newspaper El Nuevo Dia. Cotto told El Nuevo Dia: "In this training camp we work seriously. No one comes here to … [Read more...] about Miguel Cotto reveals why he fired his sparring partner
UFC 104 “Machida vs. Rua” A Fight Boxing Fans Should Check out
By Reynaldo G With the upcoming UFC 104 taking place on Oct. 24 at the Staples Center (home of the Lakers) in Downtown Los Angeles, Lyoto "Dragon" Machida who holds the UFC light heavyweight belt (205 lb) will match up against the former PRIDE fighting sensation Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in what should be an exciting fight. Both guys come from Brazil and both guys have well … [Read more...] about UFC 104 “Machida vs. Rua” A Fight Boxing Fans Should Check out
Team Cotto discuss the upcoming Pacquiao vs. Cotto bout
Promoter Bob Arum, Joe Santiago the head trainer of Miguel Cotto and Phil Landman the conditioning trainer/nutritionist for Cotto sat down to answer some media questions concerning the fight. From Top Rank teleconference BOB ARUM: I think this call will be very enlightening. Miguel Cotto’s trainer, Joe Santiago is here and Miguel’s strength and conditioning Phil Landman … [Read more...] about Team Cotto discuss the upcoming Pacquiao vs. Cotto bout
Watch Manny Pacquiao on “Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!” Nov. 3
As part of the media build up for the upcoming Pacquiao vs. Cotto mega fight, the Pacman will appear on the Jimmy Kimmel Live! Show on Nov. 3. The episode will air the following day on ABC. Pacquiao trains out of Hollywood, California but this is the first time he will appear on a big network talk show. Also scheduled to appear on the Nov. 3 show is former Playboy … [Read more...] about Watch Manny Pacquiao on “Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!” Nov. 3
Fernando Vargas predicts a Pacquiao win on November 14th
The former 1996 US Olympian and 154 pound world champion, Fernando "El Feroz" Vargas, known for his ferocious spirit in the ring and never say die attitude is now putting on a new hat that of fight promoter. In a recent interview with Visaliatimesdelta, Vargas had this to say about the up coming HBO pay per view bout between Miguel Cotto of Puerto Rico and Manny Pacquiao of … [Read more...] about Fernando Vargas predicts a Pacquiao win on November 14th
Pavlik vs. Williams fight postponed again
The much anticipated Dec. 5 title bout between middleweight Kelly Pavlik an Paul Williams has been postponed. Pavlik had to pull out because of a re-aggravated hand injury which was caused by a staph infection. 8 months ago, Pavlik the Youngstown, Ohio native had acquired a staph infection in his left hand which although now gone has left him unable to make a closed fist. … [Read more...] about Pavlik vs. Williams fight postponed again
Hatton “Pacman the hardest puncher I faced, but Mayweather beats him”
By Zato Ricky Hatton was in Johannesburg, South Africa last month and did a quick interview with David Isaacson of Timeslive. When asked by Isaacson Who's the hardest puncher you've ever fought? Hatton said "I would probably say Manny Pacquiao, but having said that I don't think I was in the best condition" Hatton also praises Manny Pacquiao as a gentleman, nice guy and … [Read more...] about Hatton “Pacman the hardest puncher I faced, but Mayweather beats him”
Arthur Abraham dreams of a big fight in America
By Zato Many young boxers dream of headlining a big fight in Las Vegas or New York's Madison Square Garden, which is regarded as the "Mecca of boxing". Even established foreign champions such as King Arthur Abraham share this dream. During the Abraham vs. Taylor conference call, Armenian boxer Arthur Abraham said … [Read more...] about Arthur Abraham dreams of a big fight in America