lomachenko vs Rigo close to being a done deal?!?

**Alpha** · 08-26-2017 06:13 PM

Originally Posted by Ron Swanson

Originally Posted by Alpha

At 130 everything's stacked in Loma's favor. Rigo should have taken the opportunity when it was offered previously. Just another example of his terribly handled career.

He's getting twice the money now. So it seems they handled this aspect quite well.

Indeed he will face obstacles in the fight but not very different than the obstacles that were there before.

He may be getting more than the original offer but he is now jumping 2 weight divisions, so that would be expected. Loma has adjusted to 130. Rigo has also been pretty inactive and has only fought 3 rounds in over a year. This will be Loma's 3rd fight this year. It should still be quite intriguing as Rigo has mad skills but his chin has already shown vulnerabilities. I just feel he missed his window.

**powerpuncher** · 08-26-2017 07:17 PM

Rigo has had a wasted career. He would have never been a household name, but I think he could have had a great legacy that boxing fans would remember. Now, if he loses to Loma, I think he will be mostly forgotten.

**Alpha** · 08-26-2017 10:13 PM

Originally Posted by powerpuncher

Rigo has had a wasted career. He would have never been a household name, but I think he could have had a great legacy that boxing fans would remember. Now, if he loses to Loma, I think he will be mostly forgotten.

I did find it disappointing that many left 122 rather than face him. Sometimes you need to leave your comfort zone tho to get the attention you deserve. Mikey is a prime example of this.