Bernabe Concepcion

**Julius Rain** · 04-25-2009 05:52 PM

I dont think a lot of you guys have seen him but he is fighting in the Pacquiao Hatton undercard next week. He holds Pacs old strap right now the WBC featherweight Int title. He is 28-1-1, only 21 years old but is very sharp and nearly as polish as a veteran fighter. His only 5'5 and he is now fighting at the 126 division. Given his age I think if he continues to grow and get better by his mid to late 20s the Philippines may have its first natural welterweight fighter. He is a bulky featherweight and still very young, anyways I hope you guys watch this guy May 2nd in the undercard of Pacquiao/Hatton. And tell me what you guys think.

That is all.

**The Congressman** · 04-25-2009 06:05 PM

He lacks in height that's for sure. And I think he already stopped growing just by looking at his shoulders. But on plus side, he's got fast feet, can spring in and out, and his got that devastating right hook as his signature punch. His heart is already battle tested (watch his fight against Caro). I can see where Freddie Roach is going with this kid. But I doubt he will be the next Manny Pacquiao.

**CutMeMick** · 04-25-2009 06:09 PM

I'm def. familiar with him.
Good handspeed.

But he needs a lot of work on the defensive end of it.
Someone with good power & accuracy will eat him alive.
He get's hit too much.

Can get too happy throwing the right hand at times and even throws them wildy leaving himself opened with his chin in the air.

**Julius Rain** · 04-25-2009 06:19 PM

Originally Posted by ASIAN SENSATION

He lacks in height that's for sure. And I think he already stopped growing just by looking at his shoulders. But on plus side, he's got fast feet, can spring in and out, and his got that devastating right hook as his signature punch. His heart is already battle tested (watch his fight against Caro). I can see where Freddie Roach is going with this kid. But I doubt he will be the next Manny Pacquiao.

I dont think he will be the next pacquiao and i dont like the idea of being the next so and so. I think fighters need to be the next themself. Bernabe imo has a good future IF he continues to get better.

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

I'm def. familiar with him.
Good handspeed.

But he needs a lot of work on the defensive end of it.
Someone with good power & accuracy will eat him alive.
He get's hit too much.

Can get too happy throwing the right hand at times and even throws them wildy leaving himself opened with his chin in the air.

Very true, his defense still needs work. IMO if he fought Juanma at batamweight soon he would get eaten alive. However I think it was a good idea for his camp to move him up in weight and let him get better and grow fighting lesser oppenent. His only 21 we dont want another Rey Bautista flop. I would love to see a juanma/Bernabe match down the road though but not now. Bernabe isnt ready, give him a few more good years.

**CutMeMick** · 04-25-2009 06:22 PM

JuanMa himself IMO needs work.

He get's left hook happy and I think someone with good boxing skills with good footspeed and good use of the ring will give JuanMa problems.
I think Caballero beats JuanMa.

**Violent Demise** · 04-25-2009 06:40 PM

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

JuanMa himself IMO needs work.

He get's left hook happy and I think someone with good boxing skills with good footspeed and good use of the ring will give JuanMa problems.
I think Caballero beats JuanMa.

I think Marquez beats Lopez as well

As for Concepcion, I would favor him over everybody at Featherweight except for Chris John, Yuriorkis Gamboa, Steven Luevano and Mario Santiago

**TitoFan** · 04-25-2009 06:56 PM

Juanma doesn't have the number of rounds, and has been largely untested. By far his most impressive outing was his utter dismantling of Ponce de Leon in one round. But tonight should go a long ways toward dispelling many of the doubts.

**killersheep** · 04-25-2009 07:47 PM

I like Concepcion as a prospect right now. If he is handled right through his management he could have phenomenal success. I love his hand speed and his footwork (when he remembers to use it) Definately a little ways to go on the upper body movement and parrys.

**Julius Rain** · 04-25-2009 08:48 PM

Originally Posted by TitoFan

Juanma doesn't have the number of rounds, and has been largely untested. By far his most impressive outing was his utter dismantling of Ponce de Leon in one round. But tonight should go a long ways toward dispelling many of the doubts.

Gerry is a good win for Juanma if Juanma gets the job done tonight, Gerry has never been knocked out so if Juanma does it big ups to Juanma.

Originally Posted by killersheep

I like Concepcion as a prospect right now. If he is handled right through his management he could have phenomenal success. I love his hand speed and his footwork (when he remembers to use it) Definately a little ways to go on the upper body movement and parrys.

agree.

**Quinito** · 04-30-2009 11:44 PM

He'll be fighting this saturday as lightweight (135 lbs) Full line-up for Pacquiao vs. Hatton | Fightnews - Boxing News Updated 24/7

**Pacdbest2** · 05-01-2009 12:08 AM

I'm dissapointed that Luevano pulled out. I think he's chickened out. I have Concepcion as my top 3 P4P pinoy. Just below Pac & Donaire.

Abe might not have the height but he's skilled & as matured for his age. I think he will easily beat Leuvano. So he end up in the minor undercard against a no Hoper. Mares was there also.. Why not match these 2 in the televised undercard?

**Violent Demise** · 05-01-2009 12:20 AM