Cotto And Margarito To Rematch Next Summer

**TitoFan** · 09-14-2008 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by Puerto Rican Punch

I think that this time Cotto has to take risks early in the fight and stop in the middle of the ring the first couple of rounds and try to hurt Margarito to the body. If Cotto can take some Margarito's stamina off, his chances of success should increase. Of course this represents some risks for Cotto because Margarito will be trying to do his work also. However, I feel that if Cotto just try to box or punch just the head we will have the same results as the first fight. I am hoping that Cotto can adjust and win a rematch, although it will be a tough fight. A while ago I noticed something in Margarito's style that matches with Cotto, but let see how Cotto can adjust...

Agreed, my friend. Also, I'd add that Cotto needs to work on his stamina. He needs to prepare to go the full 12, if need be, with the Tornado. Miguel was boxing beautifully in the first 6 rounds. Everyone agrees with that. But, due in no small part to Tony's pressure and punches, he just ran out of gas in the later rounds. He needs a different, and sounder strategy. Engaging Tony in bursts and pushing him back occasionally in the first few rounds may just be the answer.

**Puerto Rican Punch** · 09-14-2008 04:55 PM

Originally Posted by TitoFan

Originally Posted by Puerto Rican Punch

I think that this time Cotto has to take risks early in the fight and stop in the middle of the ring the first couple of rounds and try to hurt Margarito to the body. If Cotto can take some Margarito's stamina off, his chances of success should increase. Of course this represents some risks for Cotto because Margarito will be trying to do his work also. However, I feel that if Cotto just try to box or punch just the head we will have the same results as the first fight. I am hoping that Cotto can adjust and win a rematch, although it will be a tough fight. A while ago I noticed something in Margarito's style that matches with Cotto, but let see how Cotto can adjust...

Agreed, my friend. Also, I'd add that Cotto needs to work on his stamina. He needs to prepare to go the full 12, if need be, with the Tornado. Miguel was boxing beautifully in the first 6 rounds. Everyone agrees with that. But, due in no small part to Tony's pressure and punches, he just ran out of gas in the later rounds. He needs a different, and sounder strategy. Engaging Tony in bursts and pushing him back occasionally in the first few rounds may just be the answer.

Cotto should prepare his body for a lot of punishment and maintain his stamina. He really has to work hard and smart... Cotto has to make Margarito respect him, something that did not occur in the first fight. Margarito just walked to Cotto without any fear.