I agree with Wacko about being able to fight on the road. Fighters who fight in the U.S. are usually amongst mixed crowds, or even though they are American, that doesn't mean they are on their homecourt.


Dropping this belt is a deal made by Bob Arum. Cotto is in the 140 division, and is promoted by Bob. Floyd is ready for Oscar,Hatton, Margarito, Mosely,etc. Cotto is not. Cotto needs another year, and if Floyd stays, they might be forced to fight earlier than expected. Which isn't good for Cotto or Bob Arum's stable of undefeated fighters.