Hatton to fight Isaac Hlatshwayo?

Don't know what to make of this. Why would Hatton fight a WW when there's a queue forming for him a Jr WW? Not seen this guy fight,anyone else? Judging by his record he's not a KO puncher - maybe that's what Ricky wants after PBF.

Article from Boxing Scene:

According to the South African Broadcasting Corporation, Isaac Hlatshwayo (27-1, 9KOs) is a frontrunner to fight Ricky Hatton (43-1, 31KOs) on May 24 in Manchester. Hlatshwayo, the current IBO welterweight champion, would moved to 140-pounds to challenge Hatton, the IBO's junior welterweight champ.

Hlatshwayo's only loss was at the hands of Kendall Holt. He was dropped three times on route to losing by way of a wide unanimous decision.

He's obviously still having delusions of grandeur at 147. He should have done this the 1st time around. What's after Hlatshwayo, a jump down to fight Urango and then call out Mayweather again? Good luck to him, but I think that hit on the head courtesy of the post wreaked havoc on his frontal lobe and medulla oblangata:D

Hmm.. seems about right.

If it's not this powderpuff it will be one of his ilk.

That's as handpicked an opponent as Hatton could find, if there is any truth to this.. Isac is ok, I saw him fight Nate Campbell to a SD I think, but it was more an off night for Nate than anything special.. He looked very susceptible to a strong body attack, Campbell was having his way easily on the inside when he wanted to. He also fought him at lightweight then moved up and lost to Holt at 140 so the idea that Hatton is fighting another WW is way off..

I heard Hatton is also considering Juan Lazcano. What a coward Hatton is. He should be fighting Witter.

strange fight for Hatton he is in a no win situation by taking this fight.

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Originally Posted by Violent Demise

I heard Hatton is also considering Juan Lazcano. What a coward Hatton is. He should be fighting Witter.

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What a coward Maywather is for not fighting Cotto and instead choosing a part time fighter in ageing ODLH ;)

Unless this fight is at 140 Hatton won't fight him.

Hatton has had 4 opponents to consider for the May clash I heard and they were Herman Ngoudjo, Paul Malignaggi, Juan Lacanzo and Ricardo Torres so he'll fight one of those probbably and would whoop every one of them anyway.

Isaac who??...Poor pick from Ricky if this comes off.

What's the bet Witter will pipe up aswell,and so he should really alot of very casual boxing fans i know say they want Hatton-Witter.

I cant see why Ricky would bother this this I mean he builds up all the steam in America, no sense in taking a step back. The loss to mayweather has hit home alot harder than Ricky let's on maybe.

For a comeback fight could be worse I guess.

Holt was a terrible style for Hlatshwayo, he's better when guys are in front of him. He's not gonna win but I don't see an early blow out or anything.

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Originally Posted by OumaFan

For a comeback fight could be worse I guess.

Holt was a terrible style for Hlatshwayo, he's better when guys are in front of him. He's not gonna win but I don't see an early blow out or anything.

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I dunno, I just remember how well Nate Campbell was doing going to the body in spurts and doing some infighting in one of his sleepwalk performances.. Seem's to me like their only looking at this guy because Hatton should have no problems with him. Maybe Isac's tougher than I think, but Hatton is a good body puncher when he can land.

According to Sky News this fight is happening May 20somethingth at Man City's ground. They'd better put a big tarpaulin up over the ring because you just know it's going to piss down.

The Witter bottler deserves a "gimme", I guess, but i'd sooner watch him batter the likes of Rees or Colin Lynes than go through the motions bashing-up world ranked no-name.

i hate hlatschwayo, i hope he gets KTFO

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Originally Posted by leftylee

What a coward Maywather is for not fighting Cotto and instead choosing a part time fighter in ageing ODLH ;)

Unless this fight is at 140 Hatton won't fight him.

Hatton has had 4 opponents to consider for the May clash I heard and they were Herman Ngoudjo, Paul Malignaggi, Juan Lacanzo and Ricardo Torres so he'll fight one of those probbably and would whoop every one of them anyway.

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;) I really want to see Hatton vs Ricardo Torres , thse will be a real good fight and to see if Hatton is good in 140 pnd. too. I going Torres by KO.......;D

Hatton is good just in his country........;D

Hey Macho, You know that I agree with you on most points, but here I must disagree.
Ricky is a fantastic talent. His problem is that he neglects to take care of himself between fights. However, I feel that this cannot be used as an excuse as a fighters mentality and life choices are his own and as such indicate his quality as a fighter. However, I feel there is more to be seen and we cannot write off Ricky yet.

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Originally Posted by hitmandonny

Hey Macho, You know that I agree with you on most points, but here I must disagree.
Ricky is a fantastic talent. His problem is that he neglects to take care of himself between fights. However, I feel that this cannot be used as an excuse as a fighters mentality and life choices are his own and as such indicate his quality as a fighter. However, I feel there is more to be seen and we cannot write off Ricky yet.

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:) Ok you are righ hitmandonny , but the point is that most of the fight that i saw from Hatton , he fought dirty with his opponent you see and that downgrade him: in my opinion, maybe i dont like his style of boxing ,but i want see him fight with a good hard puncher like Torres toe to toe and see if can make it, that what i guess......Good point of view from you.....:)

Thats a good point Macho. I grew up watching Hatton's early career.
He boxed like Julio Caesar Chavez back then, with speed accuracy and combinations.

But his style has altered and many do not like his new rough and rugged style. However as a fan I've stayed loyal and I've gotten used to his fights.

But Macho, great point. I feel a rugged fighter like Torres who's directly in his path may bring the best out in Hatton once again!

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Originally Posted by Macho

:) Ok you are righ hitmandonny , but the point is that most of the fight that i saw from Hatton , he fought dirty with his opponent you see and that downgrade him: in my opinion, maybe i dont like his style of boxing ,but i want see him fight with a good hard puncher like Torres toe to toe and see if can make it, that what i guess......Good point of view from you.....:)

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Watch the Hatton vs Ben Tackie fight and you will see a totally different fight from Hatton, He boxes Tackies head off.