Round 1
Definitely an electric atmostphere if nothing else. They meet at the center of the ring and the size advantage is immediately apparent. De La Hoya throws a few single jabs, Forbes returns with jabs of his own. Oscar throws a wide hook to the body of Forbes and Forbes scores a couple inside the long punch of Oscar. Not a bad start for Forbes. Oscar going to the body early, jabbing a little bit then usually going straight downstairs. Still, Forbes might have the faster hands here and is punching in combinations nicely. A stiff jab from De La Hoya catches Forbes coming inside and moves him backwards. Oscar throwing very loud punches to the body, really trying to drive home his power. De La Hoya lands a couple right hands late in the round but Forbes comes back with a right hand and left hook of his own that back Oscar up.