Paul Williams v. Sergio Martinez

[Rantcatrat]

Before we get into the discussion about Paul Williams and Sergio Martinez, why was Paul willing to fight Clottey at 154 but Martinez only at 160? Or am I wrong on that? Maybe it has something to do with their respective titles not being on the line? Or is Martinez easier at 160 than at 154? Mix of the two?

Paul Williams-Joshua Clottey Negotiations Hit a Wall - Boxing News

Paul Williams vs Sergio Martinez Will Be at 160-pounds - Boxing News

Martinez is Paul's toughest fight to date. He matches Paul in speed and although still smaller, not by much. This may actually be a tougher match up for Paul than Pavlik in some aspects. I'm curious as to why Martinez was so excited to take this fight especially at 160. It seems like a winnable but difficult fight for him. He could have waited for Sergiy or fought a rematch with Cintron. Was the money that much different? Maybe a good showing even in loss really propels him up the rankings.

I wonder if Martinez will wear the Vernon Forrest shorts into the ring?