Re: Boxing thread

[Jack Daniels]

Well we definitely saw a different Rios here.

[Blue Barrett]

I was waiting for the KO from the 4th round


Utterly outclassed by Pac.

[Abramovich]

First 2 rounds had me a little worried but then Rios just got smacked up for the rest of the fight .

He's a proper warrior though.

[El Gunner]

Geez, I thought Rios would give Pacman more of a fight.

Comfortable victory for him, I wonder who's next for him...

[The Franchise]

I would like to see Pacman - Broner if both are up for it.

Canelo might be intrested in getting right back on the horse in terms of fighting another big name.

[lenear1030]

great night of fights tonight on both networks

Showtime:
Paulie Malinaggi vs. Zab Judah
Erislandy Lara vs. Austin Trout
Devon Alexander vs. Shawn Porter
Sakio Bika vs. Anthony Dirrell


HBO:
Guillermo Rigondeaux vs. Joseph Agbeko
James Kirkland vs. Glen Tapia
Matthew Macklin vs. Lamar Russ

[The Franchise]

By David King

COMMENTARY | Ever since Manny Pacquiao's domination of Brandon Rios on Nov. 23, Top Rank Promotion's CEO Bob Arum has tried to convince the boxingcommunity that he's, once again, serious about getting the Filipino congressman inside the ring with Floyd Mayweather.

Of course, it's hard for knowledgeable boxing fans to take Arum seriously given the fact he's been the biggest obstacle in the way of a way of a Mayweather vs. Pacquiao super-fight.

Golden Boy Promotions CEO Richard Schaefer would probably agree with the assessment, and he set some clear terms for the still-demanded super-fight, making sure Pacquiao knows exactly what he needs to do if he's serious about ever sharing the same ring with Floyd.

"He's using Mayweather's name to drum up publicity of Pacquiao," Schaefer said in response to Arum's recent statements about organizing the super-fight. "When it is convenient for him, he uses Mayweather's name. Mayweather is pretty clear, as clear as it can be. He is not going to be dealing with Arum or Todd [duBoef] or anyone else over there. He doesn't need them. If you want Mayweather-Pacquiao, then okay. Make Pacquiao available and Mayweather Promotions and Golden Boy Promotions will take care of everything. ... We are not looking to cut Arum out, this is not about not paying Bob. He can have his Top Rank logo on the banner, no problem. He can have a few seats, no problem. It's nothing to do with disrespecting, but if he thinks he's the driving force here - what [expletive] arrogance does the guy have? ... What does Arum think that he's the godfather of boxing? Who the hell does he think he is? People have to come and call him and kiss his ring or kiss his ass. That's not going to happen. It's [expletive] unheard of."

Interesting comments from Schaefer considering the fact Arum recently told USA Today that there is no animosity between himself and Mayweather. Given the history of failed negotiations between the two camps, Schaefer is certainly being more honest about the situation.

It's hard to see Mayweather vs. Pacquiao materializing as long as Arum is still in the picture.

For the super-fight to ever happen, Schaefer also made it clear Pacquiao won't get anything close to a 50/50 revenue split.

"We are using his blueprint. The same thing he said with [Nonito] Donaire, that Donaire was such a bigger star than [Abner] Mares," Schaefer added. "Okay, you know what; we will use your own blueprint. And there is no disputing, no question that Mayweather is the number one star in the sport. Mayweather is the highest paid athlete in the world. And with his TMT brand - he makes more money from the TMT brand than Pacquiao makes fighting. I've seen the numbers."

[jibers]

LMFAO Broner got absolutely battered. Should have had points deducted as well. Both faces tell the story. His defence was atrocious. 2nd best all night.

[jibers]

[LeSwagg James]

Too much partying.. You can't be a rapper and a boxer at the same time

[The Franchise]

The look on his face is priceless

He has disappointed me. How you gonna be the new Floyd and gain so much weight in between fights? How you gonna party and leak amateur porn videos so close to fights?

Moving to WW was a big mistake, it's too early in his career. He sucked against Malignaggi in his first fight at the weight and now he got smashed. Maybe he shouldnt be a fattie an stay where he belongs....lightweight.

Floyd didnt fight at the weight untill 2004, when he was 26 years old and won 32 fights. At that point he was a vet already, been through the Castillo battle, beat the undefeated Corrales, beat Emanuel Augustus and everyone in the lightweight division worth mentionin....Broner is 24, and while he had 25 fights up untill the move he has fought noone other than Malignaggi and I guess Ponce De Leon....should of stayed in shape and at 135, plenty of guys like Ricky Burns, Miguel Vázquez or Richar Abril.

[Blue Barrett]

FFS I didn't even watch the fight. New Floyd, you say?

[The Franchise]

Apparently Floyd has been telling him to stop the partying and bs and he clearly isnt listening.

I think its telling that considering how close Floyd is to Broner, he wasnt at the fight, instead he was watching the Lakers play the Bobcats in Charlotte.

[Rebaño Sagrado]

[RealGunner]

LOOOOOOOOOOOOL

[RealGunner]

Hate to post this but Floyd posted this on his twitter account

Floyd Mayweather ‏@FloydMayweather
This is my Christmas card to the world... Happy Sleepy Holidays zzzzzzzzzzzz

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BcL9n3sCIAASMC4.jpg

[Abramovich]

As much as I love Pac that pic is hilarious, gotta love Floyd sometimes.

[RealGunner]

Mayweather wants to fight Maidana

Amir Khan really pissed and calling him out lmao

Amir Khan ‏@AmirKingKhan 2h
Mayweather says he needs a easy fight and fans want to see a knock out so maybe thats the reason he doesn't want fight me n wants Maidana ??

Amir Khan ‏@AmirKingKhan 2m
for those that hate me & think FM can KO me, then let's see him try. Fight me! #SkillvSkill SpeedvSpeed.

[The Franchise]

Last time I checked Maidana dominated near top 10 p4p Broner.

What has Khan done? Oh yeah, struggle to beat 34 year old Julio Díaz in some hobo arena in Sheffield.

Easy fight lmao

Khan was holding on for dear life against Maidana in an extremely close fight.

Khan trolling for money because his rep doesnt speak for itself anymore, sad times.

[Great Leader Sprucenuce]

Floyd asked his twitter followers to vote who should he fight Maidana or Khan....

At no stage did he say he preferred to fight Maidana.

Shouldn't lie to the people RG

[RealGunner]

I only posted What I read lol. Didn't know there was any voting since I don't follow Floyd

Just found the Khan bit hilarious

[Great Leader Sprucenuce]

I know brah i'm just playing.

[The Franchise]

Floyd should fight neither imo.

Khan keeps struggling so its going to be easy to discredit that win..and Maidana is tailor made for him.

Whoop Martinez or Bradley (if he beats Pacman) already.

[Blue Barrett]

I feel bad for Khan if he gets in the ring against Floyd. Jobber.

[farfan]

khan mayweather could be fun for few rounds.

[RealGunner]

Amir Khan ‏@AmirKingKhan 4m

No response from Mayweather or his team. Fights not happening. I should of taken the title fight last December against Alexander...

Amir Khan ‏@AmirKingKhan 2m
Very disrespected by his team. Wasted my time

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