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Re: 5 Fights You'd like to see in 2009?
1. Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik vs. "King" Arthur Abraham
I'm with Rob on this one. As far as weight division clarification goes, this is the most important fight in boxing IMO and I can't decide in my own mind who wins. A year ago I'd have said Kelly in 8, but my opinion swung the other way after Hopkins lost. I still believe Pavlik is the best in the division but if he wants to hold that mantle, he has to fight King Arthur and win.
2. Miguel Angel Cotto vs. "The Tijuana Tornado" Antonio Margarito II
Got my wish on this one. I'm always reading threads doubting Cotto's ability to comeback from his one defeat. Its silly IMO. I remember someone on this forum asking where all the heroes had gone. Cotto is a modern day hero. He has never once run from a challenge and has beaten some of the top brass at Welterweight. Tony had his number that night as I predicted he would, but I think he has the skill to adjust his performance accordingly to right the one wrong on his record of 12 hard fought rounds. Bring in the trilogy after that!
3. Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao vs. Juan Manuel "Dinamita" Marquez III
Best in the world he maybe, but as far as I saw he didn't beat Juan. For me it was the best fight of 2008 and I'd love to see a repeat to either clear the doubt once and for all, or to see Juan gain his revenge. It really pisses me off when there is no clarification over who is the better fighter.
4. Joe Calzaghe vs. Jermain "Bad Intentions" Taylor
When I heard this was the plan for Joe after the Manfredo fight I was ecstatic. I really wanted to see it and was gutted when I never came off. After Taylor beat Lacy I heard DiBella was calling for it. Personally, I don't think Joe will fight again but if he does, this is the fight I love him to take. I just think the mix of styles would make for an exciting fight and I think Taylor would have a legit chance against Joe. I know most would love to see him fight Dawson but in terms of styles meshing together, I think a fight with Taylor would be a much better spectacle.
5. Winner of "The Filipino Flash" Nonito Donaire/Fernando Montiel vs. Winner of Vic "Raging Bull" Darchinyan/Jorge "Traviso" Arce
Best division in boxing last year IMO. We saw some classic fights and history made. The plan is for that history to continue and I'm hoping the plan comes off, the contracts get signed and the fans get to see a division setting an example for the rest of the boxing world by putting together the meaningful fights that matter. Its fighters like these four that are the reason we watch boxing and its good to see fighters seeking out the toughest challenges. Competative sport is about finding out who is the best and I think that is something often lacked in boxing, so if this comes off it will simply be for the good of the sport.
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Originally Posted by Stanley Steemer
i mostly think on taking the title i would rather see collazo in with legitimate welter competition, and i know he will fight any of the big time welterweight names. but this is one i want to see.
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