Donaire vs. Nishioka ( Saturday night fight thread)

[Rantcatrat]

In preparation for the Donaire-Nishioka fight this weekend, here is the video (translated) of Nishioka versus R. Marquez:

[Rantcatrat]

This weekend we have ourselves a good night of fights. I'm most looking forward to the unification fight between Nonito Donaire and Toshiaki Nishioka.

Nishioka is Donaire's first fight against a southpaw at 122. He's also Donaire's size, maybe even naturally bigger. He's agile and pretty cute defensively. Nishioka might also match Donaire in speed, at the least, he's fast too.

Clearly, Donaire is no louch. Yet, at 122, against Vasquez Jr. and Mathebula, Donaire didn't appear invincible. His record in big fights can't be denied though.

What I like most about this fight is that you get a sense that these two skilled warriors fight on Saturday for legacy. It's not about money or fame for them. They wanted to fight the best to see where they stand. Call it naievete, fine, but that's how I see it. In any event, this fight has all the ingredients for a terrific boxing match that I'm very enthusiastic about.

[shza]

Agreed. This is one of the best cards of the year, IMO. The co-feature (Alvarado-Rios) will be a great fight to watch too -- less skill, more aggression. Can't wait!