Knockout of the Year. Hatton was out before he hit the canvas. I don't think many Hatton fans are gonna be so anxious to fly overseas if he keeps getting his ass kicked like that. He really had no head movement and Pac was just going to town.
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Knockout of the Year. Hatton was out before he hit the canvas. I don't think many Hatton fans are gonna be so anxious to fly overseas if he keeps getting his ass kicked like that. He really had no head movement and Pac was just going to town.
I honestly think Hatton thought he could take Pac's power, and wanted to just get in there and put some hurt on him early.. Even when he'd been caught with some really sharp shots early, he didn't bide any time at all.. Just kept rushing in and was desperate to land at least one punch on Pac that was going to make him think.. But it was just a total destruction.. It was lucky to last even the first round...
It's clear Pac's speed carried a tonne of power as well, and i'm not sure how many guys at 140 or even 147 are going to be able to handle his speed... He slips incredibly well also even on attack.. One of the most dangerous guys at any weight he can make now.. simple as that..
That reminded me abit of when Honeyghan got blown away by Mark Breland in two rounds. Out of the ring lifestyle caught up with him - though Honeyghan was more of a party animal that Ricky.
PacMan couldn't miss with the right hand but finished with the left. Floyd Snr obviuosly didn't make any difference to Rickys defensive skills - he was face first and open as usual.
Manny was just too fast and accurate. I posthought Ricky would get a hiding but expected it over a fair few rounds - last night was a demolition.
Gotta totally agree with you Miles, I've never found myself shouting so much at a boxer form the opening bell, his decisions, head movement, choice of punches, was just totally bizarre.Quote:
Originally Posted by miles
I can only think it might have something to do with the apparent rift with Floyd Snr, cos' I saw no visible gameplan at all. It's almost like his mind was on something completey different.
Well done to Pacquiao though, looked sharp, strong and totally outclassed a boxer who just doesn't seem to be able to cut it with the big big dogs.
That was a great display of controlled mayhem Pacquiao put on Ricky....similiar to a pin point fencer using a two machetes.They should of never tried to restructure Hatton at this stage between new found boxer and tried & true pressure fighter.....Altough I honestly dont think it would have mattered in the end.....Coming in I just feel Mayweather may have been as much a distraction as a plus all things considered.Its too late in the game and too high a level and you could literally see Hatton stuck in between styles,once he was nailed and jolted he was visibly over thinking things.Pacquiao was just too fast,too crisp,and what accuracy...hell of a finisher and just devastating last night.A very impressive game plan and execution of skills.
Hatton should hold his head up.He did everything he could at the highest of levels and has never pretended to be boxing beautiful,but a hard charger who went all out,heart on sleeve.A free spirited,charismatic guy who gave the sport a shot in the arm frankly.He has nothing to be ashamed off! One thing Id say as it happens often after a huge fight,when some detract,dismiss the fallens merits and past accomplishments,you equally diminish your favorite guy,You just cannot have it both ways!
I had predicted Pacquiao would have control of the fight by the 5th and take Ricky out by the 7th or 8th round once Ricky reverted his style but it was over before much of anything.
Wow! did ever under estimated Pacquiao's speed.... and it looked like that is exactly what happened to Ricky. He obviously didn't respect Pacquiao's power at all. I knew Ricky would just revert to the style of fighting that got him to the top of the 140 class but I at least, I would have expected him to try the jab and follow a game plan. I guess he felt he needed to smother Pacquiao to nullify his speed and be in the inside. It was as if Ricky wanted to intimidate Pacquiao with his strength... at least that's what it felt like Ricky was trying to do but I guess Pacquiao was ready and too fast for that.
It also looks like Ricky won't have to drop Mayweather Sr. as a trainer, I serious doubt he will stick around with Ricky even if Ricky wants him to. There is too much "I" in Mayweather for that even to be the question. Mayweather Sr. needs to retire from boxing all together.
The only question I have for Ricky, is he has anything left for him to pursue at this point?
I'm Canadian-Filipino and here's
My observation's on last night's fight: (BTW I'm a Pacman fan but I don't bias.)
1.) Hatton charging in w/ Chin UP and hands DOWN. Maybe he got mixed up w/ the directions?
2.) Hatton landing some decent shots that gave Manny PAUSE sometimes and THAT's something to be proud of Brits! I honestly thought that if Hatton could connect with 3-4 shots, that he'd have a chance of knocking Manny down.
3.) Hatton launching his usual barrage of punches, regardless of accuracy. EDIT: Kenny Bayless separating both fighters constantly. (This, as some ppl here predicted, is a bit of a factor in the fight; but it still wouldn't have affected the winner of the bout...Hatton might've just be able to reach the end of the fight.)
4.) Pacquiao, obviously more >>READY<< than Hatton, KNOWING when Hatton's vulnerable and WAITING for his arms to drop as he KNEW they will.
5.) Hatton looking very well for a guy knocked down twice in the 1st.
6.) SOLID, FLUSH, WOUND UP shot that would've rocked a guy 30 lbs. over Hatton. (That punch looked like Little Mac's START button uppercut...except Southpaw)
Conclusion: Hatton could've lasted longer and could've had the chance to knock Manny down/out but was definitely not PREPARED for the fight. This is clearly shown by how Manny almost telepathically predicts Hatton's next punch/move. Floyd Mayweather Sr. should've prepared his fighter better.
Well, kudos to Manny and I hope you Brit fans hang on because I don't think you'll see the last of Hatton. It was a bad KO BUT IMHO I think Hatton had a really bad or at least, overconfident (to put it mildly,) trainer.
Next fight for
Pacquiao - Floyd Mayweather Jr. (Who else is left?) - IF Floyd survives JMMarquez which is a BIG IF. People underestimate that guy but that guy is Slick and is a real badass that has a heart of a Lion like Manny.
Hatton - OSCAR DE LA HOYA - Gonna be an awesome fight if ODLH can drop down to 147 or more OR tune-up w/ a better trainer (like ROACH) and get a belt or two THEN fight ODLH. By that time he should be well recovered and Ready.
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3 diff shots actually...Quote:
Originally Posted by Andre
1st KD was from the counter right hook
2nd KD was straight left hand (Pac's signature punch)
And the 3rd was a full blown left hook right on Hatton's chin.
I told ya..Little Mac's START punch button.
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And the 3rd was a full blown left hook right on Hatton's chin.
Hey guys - I was avoiding the site yesterday as I had to see the fight on replay not live. All I can say is WOW!!! What a display by the Pacman, I just heard on foxsports news that it has been declared a public holiday in The Phillipines today after Pacs victory. That was a scary KO for Hatton, he was OUT! Hope he recovers ok, he looked ok on his stool after the fight tho.
Good win for Manny, Hatton just can't walk through shots like that anymore. As soon as he took a shot he went straight at Manny like a wally and got tagged at Mannys will. Manny looked in shock that he was hurting Ricky so easily.
Awful fight for me to watch but gotta give my props to Manny.
You are the kind of person who make Pac fans look bad.Quote:
Originally Posted by teenah
Congratul;ations on makin a fool out of urself.
Your a fukking joke like many Pac fans. Take a long look at the guy your supporting and take a leap out of his book. Manny has class, never talks crap and is always respectful. If he is such an idol you should follow suit and stop being a prick.Quote:
Originally Posted by teenah
what an idiot... you are making pac fans look stupid.. get the hell out of here.. i dont know what the hell you type in here but im sure load of garbage you are talking about.. YOU ARE NOT A PAC FAN.. YOU ARE AN AHOLE..Quote:
Originally Posted by teenah
I second that.Quote:
Originally Posted by KelYour a fukking joke like many Pac fans. Take a long look at the guy your supporting and take a leap out of his book. Manny has class, never talks crap and is always respectful. If he is such an idol you should follow suit and stop being a prick.Quote:
Originally Posted by teenah
Manny has been given his dues by almost everyone and yet still some people want to rub it in. Classless. :rolleyes: