How is it possible to win a 147 title belt below the welterweight limit?

[0james0]

Are people still complaining that Pac won the belt unfairly because he didn't fight at exactly 147?

Not sure what isn't sinking in? He could have been 141 and would have still been a worthy champion.

Cotto agreed to the catch weight as part of the deal to do the fight. He didn't have to agree to it.

I don't see the problem with catch weights, as long as it's within reason of the weight class. A 142 catch weight would have been a bit harsh and unfair.

Cotto didn't seem to struggle to make 145 and I think any idiot will know those 2lbs didn't make any difference. I think it was almost pointless putting the condition in!

[TheBranMan]

Are people still complaining that Pac won the belt unfairly because he didn't fight at exactly 147?

Not sure what isn't sinking in? He could have been 141 and would have still been a worthy champion.

Cotto agreed to the catch weight as part of the deal to do the fight. He didn't have to agree to it.

I don't see the problem with catch weights, as long as it's within reason of the weight class. A 142 catch weight would have been a bit harsh and unfair.

Cotto didn't seem to struggle to make 145 and I think any idiot will know those 2lbs didn't make any difference. I think it was almost pointless putting the condition in!

We'll never know if the 2lbs would've make a difference and it's impossible for anyone to say otherwise. What deal was made with Cotto is done. I'm talking about Mayweather. He shouldn't have to fight at a catch weight just to appease 'the great manny pacquiao'. Pac has been given enough concessions. Lets see the fight at 147 (where welterweight title bouts are usually held) and let the winner take all.