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That was probably a bit much. Paulie does deserve credit for the fight, and he boxed to the best of his ability. He is also clearly a factor at 140 and capable of beating some good fighters. I seriously hardly give him any chance against Bradley though, and I wouldn't call Tim quite an elite guy yet. I think he could beat Maidana, Torres, Urango, D Hopkins etc. He and Lamont Peterson would be a tough one to call imo. I think Khan would probably outbox him quite handily, Hatton beats him again, etc.

no...please continue as you were originally

Malignaggi beat a noboby (diaz easily beats hatton)
Oh please.. Diaz isn't a nobody but he's clearly not fighting with the same fire as he was in past fights, he hasn't looked good since the Katsidis fight.. This was an excellent matchup for Paulie as well, since Diaz can't punch or cut off the ring. He's a swarmer with a high output, just the kind of guy a one dimensional outside jabber like Malignaggi is going to look impressive against. He got his ass kicked against Hatton because Ricky had nothing to worry about and could utilize much better infighting skills and quicker feet, plus Hatton has pop. Hatton smokes Diaz as well clearly, especially on his recent form(Juan's). Bradley is a much different animal, and I think he's the best fighter at 140 currently. It's not because Hatton is from England, that ok with you?