Broner vs Malignaggi in June for WBA title

[Gandalf]

I'm a bit shocked that this is a real fight. It's an odd curiosity and potentially a very decent match up.

I hope Paulie can show up with a great gameplan and stick with it as you can definitely take rounds off Broner. Rees was a hobbit and he easily tagged Broner. Paulie doesn't need to hurt him, but to just keep him at bay, pop the jabs, quick one-twos, and to be gone. Vary it a little and keep vanishing. A nice big ring would be ideal. Maybe in some respects Paulie could keep him a little honest, his right does seem a little stronger these days. He can certainly slice you.

Broner comes across to me as little bit retarded too with this bizarre rapping and gurning routine. I just find it irritating and would rather have his career stopped than have to see more of it. I don't think he is even very fun to watch, he just seems to overwhelm people who have poor ring IQ. Paulie is at least a real step up.

[ray corso]

Boner was a pretty accomplished amatuer boxer. He knows how to box on his toes and move laterially. He is working on his pro style which is getting his feet settled into the canvas to generate some power! 'It will be interesting if Paulie comes in boxing and makes Broner get up on his toes to close ground between them. Then he has to make the quick transition from boxer to puncher that most fighters like Paulie and Khan have a tuff time doing. I think Donaire does it very well but he will be challenged against Rigo to show superior abilities to act and react quicker than Rigo who is very quick on his feet and in his mind!
I believe Broner is capable of making the changes but that doesn't mean he can't struggle if Paulie comes in and makes this a boxing match. I like the match up for both guys, the interviews should be comical. ( and meaningless) The titles are meaningless for now (to many to keep track of) its all about promotion for now, We get a chance to see a talented kid grow in the sport and we'll see if he is true to the game or another BS'er! Ray