Ricky Hatton, "Manny Pacquiao is not versatile".

[clintuk]

I think it's totally wrong and narrowminded not just in this contest which most people see going either way, but in any boxing match to totally rule out an opponent. Everyone has their day, and I'm not saying it will take a miracle for Hatton to beat Pacquiao cos' it won't.

Pacquiao is the clear fave at this stage, but I think maybe it's a bit too much hype. Not taking anything away from Manny, he's an incredible boxer but Hatton is not an easy win for anyone.

I'm sure plenty more criticisms would be made of Ricky's style than of Manny's though, lot's of people consider him a wrestler/brawler etc., who likes to get hit in the face as long as he can get on the inside.

But the fact that these 2 guys possess such different styles is what makes this such a mouth watering prospect, both known for gettin' us our money's worth.

[Gandalf]

I agree pac isn't perfect,but it takes a wizard like marquez to exploit those flaws he had the pin point accuracy the defense the counter punching to get to manny when he was vulnerable,hatton does have those traits as marquez does

No, you are wrong. Marquez lacked the size and power to impose on Manny. Hatton will walk through him and land shots that have never landed before. You think Manny can simply move in lateral lines? Sorry but that is prepared for. And your boy will be stalked down and beaten. It won't be like Marquez: Pac 2. It does not take a wizard to land on Manny Pac!!

[JT Rock]

,if pac loses this fight I will delete my account and never get on this website again

Yea that would clearly be a detrimental blow to this forum, seeing you been here a quick 2 minutes

[Killa From Manila]

And miles, sharmba mitchell was 34 years old in that fight and at the end of his prime,2 past there prime fighters fighting each other proves nothing,while there 1st fight mitchell gave tszyu hell with a bum knee,and I have said on every thread n here I don't place much on the delahoya fight he was shot,he showed good footwork and combos,I place the greatness I put on pac from his fights with greats like marquez barerra and morales,destroying a ledwaba who every1 thought was a awesome champ,destroying a jorge julio a former champ who had NEVER been knocked out be4 in the 2nd round,being the ONLY fighter to ever knock out the great erik morales,oh yeah he did it twice,beating and undefeated challenger in solis,this is why I know he will beat hatton I'm not underestimating ricky,he just is easy money for pac man

Lol! Pacman is going to take Hatton's lunch money and there is a lot of it to take because Hatton name does make money with his immense following. However, that should not be confused with him actually being an elite fighter - Because he is not. He has never been more than a B-level fighter and now he is a shot fighter going against a guy in his prime. Hatton will take a worse beating than Oscar did from Pacman.

He likes to clinch and rest a bit before boxing again. Fight like a man Ricky damn it. What happens when he faces someone that doesn't need any rest for the starting bell of round 1 to the end of round 12. Hatton a very nice guy, a very good boxer (but not great); unfortunately facing a whirlwind/torando with MP.

[Gandalf]

U don't seem 2 understand that manny pacquiou throws punches also,throws them with speed and velocity and can throw them 3 4 at a time he's a better fighter than the pac that just tried 2 overpower guys,I have made my point and you will see on fight nite and we will see who was right or wrong,if u are right I will say Miles you were right,and if I'm right(no doubt I am) I hope u say boxing god u were right,and let's not 4get the cut factor,ricky bleeds,and manny opens cuts with the torque he puts on his punches,any man can win on any nite and hattons not a bum,he's ok,so yeah he has a shot,even a broken clock is rite twice a day,but I feel I've made my arguement and well see who's boxing iq is higher come may 2nd

We are all aware that he likes to throw in little bunches. 8 here and 12 there. But he also takes long gaps inbetween throwing. It's like he needs to reset or he is worried about gassing. Hatton should jump on him, and maul him. Personally, I would hit him low and headbutt him as hard as I can. but luckily for you I am not Ricky Hatton.

[clintuk]

I remember when I first joined this forum I have to admit although being English, I wouldn't have been overly disappointed if Pacquiao won, cos' he's such a decent guy. But since joining and reading all the pro Pacquiao propaganda and all the ruling Ricky out of the fight, I really really want Hatton to win!...just gonna make me even more nervous n edgy on fight night

[Gandalf]

Nice post trevor it good 2 see sum1 in here who actually knows something about boxing. Little bunches? And clintuk,I was the same way I didn't really care if hatton won,but after seeing all these english hatton worshipers who make him out to be a legend when he's nothing more than a b level fighter wth a padded record,its gonna be so satisfying to watch him get destroyed,I'm hoping he lasts to the 10th round or so so I can see his face turned into hamburger meat it will be fun 2 watch

Are you a monster for your weight?

[Killa From Manila]

Nice post trevor it good 2 see sum1 in here who actually knows something about boxing. Little bunches? And clintuk,I was the same way I didn't really care if hatton won,but after seeing all these english hatton worshipers who make him out to be a legend when he's nothing more than a b level fighter wth a padded record,its gonna be so satisfying to watch him get destroyed,I'm hoping he lasts to the 10th round or so so I can see his face turned into hamburger meat it will be fun 2 watch

Thanks buddy. I'll be looking forward to your "I told ya so" thread.

[boozeboxer]

Nice post trevor it good 2 see sum1 in here who actually knows something about boxing. Little bunches? And clintuk,I was the same way I didn't really care if hatton won,but after seeing all these english hatton worshipers who make him out to be a legend when he's nothing more than a b level fighter wth a padded record,its gonna be so satisfying to watch him get destroyed,I'm hoping he lasts to the 10th round or so so I can see his face turned into hamburger meat it will be fun 2 watch

Are you a monster for your weight?

Miles the "little bunches" phrase had me rolling.

[Chino]

Pac is one dimensional? he can be aggressive fight great coming forward,and showed n the oscar fight even if oscar was shot that he has great lateral movement,his punches come at beautiful different angles,all hatton knows how to do his hit and hold and hit,and that oscar that pac brutalized,he would have beat hatton

I always find it interesting how Pac fans brag about his victory vs Diaz and ODLH "The punching bag" who didn't so ANYTHING to really show Pac's skills. ANYBODY can look good against a guy that doesn nothing whatsoever.

pac man definately isn't very elusive. His game plan is to throw alot of punches so people don't throw back

I was going to say that. Pac has decent resistance, stamina, power, and punch output. Can't really say that his defense is great. Reason why he finishes his fights with all these cuts, bruises, blood, etc. All I see is the straight left which has gotten him to where he is.

if pac loses this fight I will delete my account and never get on this website again

You won't be the only one leaving this forum, I can assure you that. Man up dude, if Hatton loses you will see the same people round. I am not worshipping Hatton or anybody for that matter. As a matter of fact, I am giving Pac the edge like I have in past fights.

[Fenster]

And miles, sharmba mitchell was 34 years old in that fight and at the end of his prime,2 past there prime fighters fighting each other proves nothing,while there 1st fight mitchell gave tszyu hell with a bum knee,and I have said on every thread n here I don't place much on the delahoya fight he was shot,he showed good footwork and combos,I place the greatness I put on pac from his fights with greats like marquez barerra and morales,destroying a ledwaba who every1 thought was a awesome champ,destroying a jorge julio a former champ who had NEVER been knocked out be4 in the 2nd round,being the ONLY fighter to ever knock out the great erik morales,oh yeah he did it twice,beating and undefeated challenger in solis,this is why I know he will beat hatton I'm not underestimating ricky,he just is easy money for pac man

Lol! Pacman is going to take Hatton's lunch money and there is a lot of it to take because Hatton name does make money with his immense following. However, that should not be confused with him actually being an elite fighter - Because he is not. He has never been more than a B-level fighter and now he is a shot fighter going against a guy in his prime. Hatton will take a worse beating than Oscar did from Pacman.

He likes to clinch and rest a bit before boxing again. Fight like a man Ricky damn it. What happens when he faces someone that doesn't need any rest for the starting bell of round 1 to the end of round 12. Hatton a very nice guy, a very good boxer (but not great); unfortunately facing a whirlwind/torando with MP.

I guess that makes Pac a pussy. Why does he keep picking on B-level and "shot" fighters? Maybe that lucky decision against Marquez scared him off. I think yes, no?

[clintuk]

Think you'll find that if Pacquiao wins that most of the people who want Hatton to win will be very gracious and realise that Ricky was beaten by a better boxer, cos' that's what boxing fans do. If it happens the other way round I'd hope the Manny fans would do the same

[littlebif]

I wouldnt say Pacquiao chin is bad he has never been ko'ed by a head shot so you carnt say its a weak point.Just the fact that it is untested above 130 and he is in with a decent puncher at 140 which is gonna test it.

Hattons chin has'nt looked great in last few fights against Lazcano and he got stopped at 147 against the p4p champ so no shame in that.But i feel when Hatton is on his game and fully fit going into a fight he can take a punch alot better. He never had good build up for the Collazo and Lazcano fight and he got hurt but look at the fights he was fully fit against KT,Phillips,Urango,Ben Tackie and Castillo all big punchers and he took full shots of them and was ok.

[littlebif]

He beat barerra and morales be4 they were shot,beat marquez,and drew with him(no shame n that,he's a p4p contender,last time hatton fought one of those he got ko'd)beat ledwaba when he was champ n his prime,not many people picked him 2 win that fight,beat undefeated solis,moved up a weight class and completley dominated and KO'd the belt holder diaz,when hatton moved up a weight class and fought a belt holder not only did he not ko or dominate he got a gift decision and ran back to the lower weight class,while manny moved up 2 more weight classes,u can't compare hatton and pacs resume',hattons just hasn't fought,and beat,as many good fighters as pac

Diaz he was the weakest champ at 135 and one expected him to cause any problems.

[ross]

I don't remember the last time hatton ko'd a guy with one shot

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