Countdown for Cotto-Margarito!! Let's talk here (video added)

[C-Lo]

I was out of state when it originally aired and waited up til 2am yesterday just to watch it. I don't know what it is, but that countdown made me realize that Cotto is going to win this fight easier than I originally expected.

They kept bringing up this is Tony's first time in the big stage, he's been waiting for this, etc. Cotto has been there and thrived. Hopefully Margo will too so we can have a war! This fight could easily be over early!

Tony: "This fight will be my consecration."

I like the way this guy talks. Can't wait for this fight.

HAHA I saw that part too! When I first saw it I was like "WHAT?!"

[Jesse James]

I don't know what it is, but that countdown made me realize that Cotto is going to win this fight easier than I originally expected.

I don't know why you would think that either. I see no reason to believe that this fight will be easy for Cotto. Tony ain't no Alfonso Gomez, and he ain't no rookie either. He might not have had a fight of this magnitude, but he's had plenty of big fights. Call me crazy, but I don't see Tony as the type to be flustered by the big stage anyway....

[C-Lo]

The portion of the countdown where Miguel's brother and Miguel's uncle got into a a scuffle in the middle of the fight, WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED THERE?!

Anyone know and info or what happened?

[CutMeMick]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

[LEGION]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

Cool man, wish I could go to see him work out.

Pavlik/Taylor I had me really getting antsy, but tbh I already have that knotted stomach feel like it's fight day and I'm a nervous wreck; no telling what I'll be like Saturday. Probably in a straight jacket and popping lithium and valium

I wonder, should Tony win, will there be a rematch? I don't know if I could go through this again

[leftylee]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

Cool man, wish I could go to see him work out.

Pavlik/Taylor I had me really getting antsy, but tbh I already have that knotted stomach feel like it's fight day and I'm a nervous wreck; no telling what I'll be like Saturday. Probably in a straight jacket and popping lithium and valium

I wonder, should Tony win, will there be a rematch? I don't know if I could go through this again

Was it you who made your fingers bleed before Mayweather-Hatton coz of biting your nails

[LEGION]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

Cool man, wish I could go to see him work out.

Pavlik/Taylor I had me really getting antsy, but tbh I already have that knotted stomach feel like it's fight day and I'm a nervous wreck; no telling what I'll be like Saturday. Probably in a straight jacket and popping lithium and valium

I wonder, should Tony win, will there be a rematch? I don't know if I could go through this again

Was it you who made your fingers bleed before Mayweather-Hatton coz of biting your nails

I don't remember. I know I was a wreck before Pavlik/Taylor; but though I was nervous about the Hatton fight I already knew what was going to happen, or had a pretty good feeling anyways. Might have been me though, as I always get nervous before one of "my" fighters gets in the ring.

[CutMeMick]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

Cool man, wish I could go to see him work out.

Pavlik/Taylor I had me really getting antsy, but tbh I already have that knotted stomach feel like it's fight day and I'm a nervous wreck; no telling what I'll be like Saturday. Probably in a straight jacket and popping lithium and valium

I wonder, should Tony win, will there be a rematch? I don't know if I could go through this again

So far 3 people have turned down my invitation to come see the fight at my house...

They all said they wish to watch the fight in peace and without being in danger of being hit and or cut.

Prime example the night of Cotto-Torres, I ripped off my shirt threw my chair against a wall, slammed my hat on the floor and had no voice by the end of the fight...

[LEGION]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

Cool man, wish I could go to see him work out.

Pavlik/Taylor I had me really getting antsy, but tbh I already have that knotted stomach feel like it's fight day and I'm a nervous wreck; no telling what I'll be like Saturday. Probably in a straight jacket and popping lithium and valium

I wonder, should Tony win, will there be a rematch? I don't know if I could go through this again

So far 3 people have turned down my invitation to come see the fight at my house...

They all said they wish to watch the fight in peace and without being in danger of being hit and or cut.

Prime example the night of Cotto-Torres, I ripped off my shirt threw my chair against a wall, slammed my hat on the floor and had no voice by the end of the fight...

I'll definately be without my voice Sunday morning; and something will get broken depending on the outcome. My girl hates these big fights because I'll be jumping around yelling and all my dogs go berserk

[JT Rock]

Well I just got back from watching Margarito workout I only caught a couple of min. of him because they started late as I drove up to the place Margaritos bus was right outside he's having a public workout at Sergio Mora's gym.... I didn't see Sergio there...

Tony looked calm and friendly as usual and was all smiles when he arrived but by the time it was time to get to work he was focused by the time he made it to the ring. I caught all the warm up and the 1st punching session he looked good as usual long strong punches. From what I saw he was concentrating on body shots...

Man, I'm soooooo FUCKEN hyped now I can't even concentrate on work...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!

Man I feel you right now, nothing like having the big fight jitters and the anticipation of something special were about to witness... Just a few more days

I know a few months ago we were talking about the forum being a little strange feeling, but it seems this big fight is bringing us all happiness and a common ground... If Wacks gets the DRBR going it will be a hell of a family reunion.... Old School Saddo Way!!

[Spicoli]

Maaaaaaaaan lets roll.This one will take a physical & emotional toll not only on these two superbe fighters..............BUT ME AS WELL

This is one that will be watched standing up entirley,hands sweaty and mouth dry......(well,ok maybe not that last one Lol) I am stoked.Even if that "Dolly" b!!tch comes our way by the weekend....I'm watching this one from the rooftop .

Wacko Are you coming on down with an Awesome RBR ??

[boozeboxer]

Maaaaaaaaan lets roll.This one will take a physical & emotional toll not only on these two superbe fighters..............BUT ME AS WELL

This is one that will be watched standing up entirley,hands sweaty and mouth dry......(well,ok maybe not that last one Lol) I am stoked.Even if that "Dolly" b!!tch comes our way by the weekend....I'm watching this one from the rooftop .

Wacko Are you coming on down with an Awesome RBR ??

Jeff I know you and me are two of the more prominent Margarito supporters on here. It is rare that two such nice guys would be fighting. I mean no Mayweathers to bash, or Judahs to make fun of..........strange and classy night for boxing.

And I know your name isn't Jeff. but you seem like a Jeff.

[Youngblood]

Maaaaaaaaan lets roll.This one will take a physical & emotional toll not only on these two superbe fighters..............BUT ME AS WELL

This is one that will be watched standing up entirley,hands sweaty and mouth dry......(well,ok maybe not that last one Lol) I am stoked.Even if that "Dolly" b!!tch comes our way by the weekend....I'm watching this one from the rooftop .

Wacko Are you coming on down with an Awesome RBR ??

I been tracking Dolly for ya. So unless you moved to Southwest Texas, you should be good to go.

[Joerod]

I've never really been a fan of Margarito's as a matter of fact, I can say I disliked him. After the countdown I must say if Cotto has to have a loss on his record I'd prefer it to be be against Margarito over anyone else. He is truly one driven individual which I greatly respect.

[Onix]

[quote=caleoh12;562887]I was out of state when it originally aired and waited up til 2am yesterday just to watch it. I don't know what it is, but that countdown made me realize that Cotto is going to win this fight easier than I originally expected"

Dont think that post will show up, but some one said it a couple pages back.

You know nothing against that post or poster personally, everyone of sourse has their own opinion, but hearing all the Tony haters is getting old, even if (a big if) he loses he is gonna die in that ring. This man has been waiting and been ducked for a long time and you think he's gonna go in there and just roll over.

Everyone in here must be a Rocky fan, and I can already see Tony telling his wife/trainer/mother/passed away brother "To beat me, he's gonna have to kill me, and to do that he's gonna have to be willing to die himself"...was Rocky really Mexican and not Italian? Cuz that has Mexican fighter written all over it.

I dont doubt Cotto is willing to war, he has been in some, but I dont know he's willing to die. The countdown said it perfectly, between Mexican and Puerto Rican fighters and fans the big differance is that Puerto Ricans are allowed to box alittle more...let me translate that for you, when Tony takes Cotto's shots and keeps moving forward, Cotto will run/box (ill use those interchangeably), hell Cotto ran against Mosley an old Mosley, a Mosley that wanted nothing to do with Antonio Margarito!

Yes Cotto can out box Margo, but try boxing when you have a Tornado of well over 1000 punches a fight after you. Shit the most specialized, highly trained, super killers in any armed forces would succumb to shear volume of enemies after them, why do you think this will be different, ya Cotto will out box him, but Tony will outwork him. Tony has one of the highest stamina levels in the WW division. His production/workrate is wayyyyyy out of the norm for a Cotto opponent.

Cotto's higher level of boxing technique and ability will allow him to land many shots to the body and face, granted. What is he gonna do when he faces a man who takes bombs to the grill (Cintron) and laughs at him. Could he have stood up to those bombs? Could he have walked through it and fucking laughed!

Yes Yes we're all mystified by the strong silent cotto who never smiles, keeps his composure in every situation, pushes the smaller man around and keeps moving forward, very imressive. BE afraid of the guy that laughs in your face, beats your ass, and begs you to get up so he can continue to whoop your ass some more.

Make no doubt about it my friends we are in for a classic, and I give all the respect in the world to Cotto for his ability, athleticism, and dedication to his craft he is one of my favorite fighters, and with this post I am not saying that Tony has it in the bag or anything close to that, a part of me is afraid for Saturday to get here. We all seen the soft underbelly of Antonio Margarito on the Countdown, and no matter how badass you are, you must have felt his pain over the loss of his brother, and if he doesnt win this weekend who knows what that might do to him, a loss here would be hard, so I worry for him.

But do not discount Tony because he will die in there. He will put it all out there for himself, his family, his country, and his fans and even if he doesnt pull it off this weekend, he will show more heart in defeat than Cotto can in Victory. He will have more fans than ever before. I know many of you know this to be true, Margo fans or not. He's gonna shock many, including his own fans and followers. Spread some rep if you believe it too. Not for me, but just to back up my man Margo.

Oh and when all you haters/non-believers change your minds, theres plenty of room on this band wagon, welcome.