Floyd Mayweather / Image: Zuma Press

Floyd started fast and furious. He was lightning quick with his punches, and his defensive moves were as sharp as ever. JMM couldn’t get a clean shot and was obviously frustrated throughout the fight. Floyd was not only bigger, he was obviously better. A Floyd hook knocked JMM down in the second round and it was an uphill battle from there for Numero Uno Dos.

I give credit to JMM for surviving. He is one tough son-of-a-gun to take a beating like that and not only stay on his feet but continue to fight back. I knew he was a warrior in the ring and he proved that again tonight. Late in the fight, Floyd was smiling and JMM had nothing but a blood red face and wobbly legs to show for his efforts. He was simply beat up (an understatement) by a better fighter—one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the history of boxing. And still undefeated—Floyd Mayweather Jr.—now 40-0.

Post from: EveryJoe

Mayweather Overwhelms Marquez

Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Juan Manuel Marquez / Image: Zuma Press

I’m wondering if Floyd never intended to make weight and figured he would just pay off JMM for the difference. It’s a bizarre and interesting situation. And unfortunately a disturbing trend to pay off opponents instead of meeting your contractual obligations. I mean, it’s only a difference of a couple pounds but an agreement is an agreement. Or at least it should be.

Source: ESPN.com, HBO.com

Post from: EveryJoe

‘Weighing in’ on Mayweather vs. Marquez

Floyd Mayweather Jr. / Image: Zuma Press

Floyd released the following statement today:

“I am relieved to be cleared to fight, as I was already looking forward to getting back into the ring. I will destroy Marquez and reclaim my rightful place as boxing’s pound-for-pound king all in one night.”

Sadly, HBO’s 24/7 series, a behind-the-scenes look from inside the training camps of both fighters, has been rescheduled for a 10:15 p.m. premiere Aug. 29. Hey, it’s one of my favorite shows. I was looking forward to watching it beginning tomorrow night.

Source: MLive.com

Post from: EveryJoe

Mayweather-Manuel Fight Rescheduled

Floyd Mayweather Jr. to fight Juan Manuel Marquez July 18 / Photo: Newscom

I’m already excited for this one. As I mentioned in my Pacquaio/Hatton post, Floyd will have his hands full with Juan. Everyone wants to see a Pacquaio/Mayweather showdown, but it’s all pending the results of this fight, which could, in itself, become an instant classic because both these guys are future Hall of Famers.

Source: ESPN.com

Post from: EveryJoe

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Officially ‘Unretires’

Manny Pacquiao vs. Ricky Hatton / Photo: Newscom

There is little doubt that Manny is the pound-for-pound champion at this point. But what about all-time? Manny has compiled a 49-3-2 record in six different weight classes. Yes, six different weight classes. But under the tutelage of legendary trainer Freddie Roach, he has become quite possibly the most feared fighter in boxing today. Translation: he’s getting better with each fight.

I had little doubt that Manny would win this fight. Even with all the bravado of Ricky and his trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. leading up to the main event on HBO’s 24/7 series, I felt Manny was the faster, more technical fighter. But even Manny was surprised with the ease in which he disposed of his opponent:

“I’m surprised this fight was so easy but I did work hard since the beginning of March in training camp. Nothing personal. I am just doing my job, but this is as big a victory for me as when I beat Oscar De La Hoya.”

All the talk about Ricky being a bigger, stronger man — c’mon. He was a shade taller and a few pounds heavier. I did not, however, predict a second-round knockout for Manny. I thought Ricky had enough to possibly go the distance with him. After three months of training (to Manny’s two months), Ricky barely showed up for this fight.

Manny’s win sets up what I feel is an inevitable matchup with undefeated and unretired Floyd Mayweather Jr. in what could be one of the best fights of all-time. Sure, Floyd needs to get past Juan Manuel Marquez (July 18) in his first bout since “retirement.” And that could be a heck of a fight in it’s own right. But Pacquiao/Mayweather Jr. is what every boxing fan wants to see.

Source: ESPN.com

Post from: EveryJoe

Manny Pacquiao Knocks Out Ricky Hatton