I think Khan has two flaws that drive me nuts whenever I see him fight. He's fast, he's got pop, hell he's got guts too. But for the love of god it makes me bang my head against the wall when I see him consistently reach with his punches. He is also very inaccurate, I can't decide if its because he throws a lot of punches and is hoping for some to land or that he's just anxious to get in and get out back to safety.
I would have loved to see him fight a prime Marquez. I think his anathema is a level headed counter puncher. However I think he'll have no problem against Mike Jones, Alexander, Ortiz (although if Ortiz pressures him like he did Berto then who knows). I do think Berto would get the better of him.
Out of all those mentioned not named Mayweather, he's got the best sense of anticipation and countering which is something that I do not think Khan can overcome. Not because he lacks skill, its just a simple case of styles making fights.
Reason I don't consider a bout with him vs Pacman or Money May is because they're the 'old' guard and once they retire the division will belong to the aforementioned fighters.
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