By Dar Mead Submit Your Article to Nowboxing.com Floyd Mayweather Jr. is so good defensively and so precise with his punches it looks like he can predict his opponents next move before it even happens. Watching him systematically break down one of the best counter punchers of our time in Juan Manuel Marquez was a sight to see, Floyd landed when he wanted and rarely … [Read more...] about It will take a special fighter to beat Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Opinion Articles
Manny Pacquiao Give Edwin Valero A Chance
By Jorge Conejo In 2003, Mexican legend Marco Antonio Barrera gave an unknown man from the Philippines a chance at his Ring Magazine featherweight title. That unknown man became one of boxing's most legendary warriors and a future all time great, his name is Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao. Could knockout sensation Edwin Valero given the same opportunity pull off the of upset … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao Give Edwin Valero A Chance
Freddie Roach is a great trainer, but he’s hurting Pacquiao’s accomplishments
By Jorge Conejo First, I would like to say that I have Manny Pacquiao as the top pound for pound boxer and best of this decade. He is my favorite fighter to watch and has helped the sport gain mainstream exposure once again. I remember the days when Freddie Roach used to be the quiet man in the corner. You would rarely hear a peep out of him during post fight … [Read more...] about Freddie Roach is a great trainer, but he’s hurting Pacquiao’s accomplishments
Manny Pacquiao’s Official ‘WAPAKMAN’ Movie Trailer
After watching the recent hit movie 2012, I logged on to IMDB and decided to check out upcoming films and stumbled across Wapakman, directed by Topel Lee, a Filipino super hero comedy starring the pound for pound king Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao. All though Pacquiao is an artist in the ring with violent masterpieces, he won't be winning any Academy Awards anytime soon. The … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao’s Official ‘WAPAKMAN’ Movie Trailer
Congratulations Manny Pacquiao, but Mayweather will stop your reign
By Lou "Cinder" Block I have to say there is no excuse from me, Miguel Cotto got beat by Manny Pacquiao! But that wasn't a tough task especially knowing that Cotto tends to fade and like Freddie Roach said Cotto has never been the same since the Antonio Margarito fight. I still question why they didn't show the unofficial weights, maybe cotto came in light? I wasn't … [Read more...] about Congratulations Manny Pacquiao, but Mayweather will stop your reign
Discrediting Manny Pacquiao’s Accomplishments In The Ring
By Erwin Lastimosa It seems after every fight there is always an excuse as to why Manny Pacquiao wins. When Manny has two close fights with Juan Manuel Marquez, people say Marquez was robbed and he schooled Pacquiao. In reality they were close competitive fights. Before the Oscar De La Hoya fight so many picked against Pacquiao, then Manny wins in dominating fashion … [Read more...] about Discrediting Manny Pacquiao’s Accomplishments In The Ring
Mayweather Jr. Would Box Circles Around The Pacquiao-Cotto Winner!
By Jamal Dicky Everyone is talking about this Manny Pacquiao vs. Miguel Cotto fight like the winner of this fight will actually give the real pound for pound king, Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr, a tough fight! I will tell you this coming from a boxing fan's perspective. First off, I ain't no writer, but I seen the opportunity to send in my opinion on this site so I'm gonna … [Read more...] about Mayweather Jr. Would Box Circles Around The Pacquiao-Cotto Winner!
(Comparison Pics) Miguel Cotto Looks Dehydrated, Should Pacquiao Let Cotto Weigh-In At 147?
By Lou Block After watching the arrival of both Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto, I noticed that Cotto's eyes were sunken, he looked surprised and wide eyed like he saw a ghost, that look is the look of a man who hasn't eaten in days with no fluids in him. The same look was on previous Pacman victims, Oscar De La Hoya and Erik Morales. That is a key sign of … [Read more...] about (Comparison Pics) Miguel Cotto Looks Dehydrated, Should Pacquiao Let Cotto Weigh-In At 147?
Can Manny Pacquiao handle Cotto’s left jab? The answer is simple…NO!
By Lester Salvador I've discussed the upcoming Miguel Cotto vs. Manny Pacquiao fight many times with my friends and casual boxing fans I run into. I've seen how the media can hype up a fighter and make him out to be something he is not, especially in Manny's case. It always makes me laugh when you witness people buying into the Pacman hype train, I had a good laugh … [Read more...] about Can Manny Pacquiao handle Cotto’s left jab? The answer is simple…NO!
Fanboys Make It Easy To Root For The Other Guy
By Lou Block I love the sport of boxing, been a fan for a long time and I respect the fighters for having the guts to step into the ring, but I do not respect those fanatics who become engrossed with a fighter, that they would even threaten you with violence. These fans are not fans of the sport of boxing, they are fanboys who only root for one guy and they treat him like … [Read more...] about Fanboys Make It Easy To Root For The Other Guy
The Keys To Winning Pacquiao Vs. Cotto
By Manny Masongsong I am an avid boxing fan and watched fights for over 50 years. I travel on business practically almost all my professional life and every time I had the opportunity, I watch boxing matches on TV in my hotel room, at the Sports Bar, theater and so on. In most of the fights that I have watched, it seems common sense prevails. If you don't hurt your opponent … [Read more...] about The Keys To Winning Pacquiao Vs. Cotto
Pacquiao vs. Cotto, “Hey Floyd, Actions Speak Louder Than Words”
By Reynaldo G For those of us who are familiar with Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto, we know that these two warriors don't need to hype up a fight with their mouth, even though they are men of few words their fists do the talking. Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a good con artist, when it comes to selling us a fight, he can fool the public into believing the hype he promises us … [Read more...] about Pacquiao vs. Cotto, “Hey Floyd, Actions Speak Louder Than Words”
Cotto will KO Pacquiao like Ortiz did to Flash Elorde! Bet on the Boricua!
By Lester Salvador On February 15, 1964, a valiant Puerto Rican fighter by the name of Carlos Ortiz traveled to the Philippines and destroyed their hero Flash Elorde in 14 rounds of a 15 round boxing match. History will repeat itself on November 14th, 2009, this time it will not go past the 5th round. I have been reading many of these Manny Pacquiao followers comments … [Read more...] about Cotto will KO Pacquiao like Ortiz did to Flash Elorde! Bet on the Boricua!
Pacquiao’s change in demeanor, Cotto the quintessential family man
By Lou Block As the 2nd episode of HBO 24/7 Pacquiao/Cotto finished up, it is evident that Manny Pacquiao is not focused and enjoying his life as a celebrity more than being a boxer. Miguel on the other hand is focused, hungry, and a great family man. When you get a glimpse of some of Manny Pacquiao's training and sparring you can see his lack of focus. Last episode you … [Read more...] about Pacquiao’s change in demeanor, Cotto the quintessential family man
All Time Great Status (Pacquiao/Mayweather) A Comparative Look
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