JMM vs. Fedchenko and Rios vs. Abril - Saturday night fight thread

[fan johnny]

Scores were 116-112, 115-112 Rios, 117-111 Abri
What the hell?

There was only enough money for two of the judges.

I like that.

[armin]

Wow glad I didn't tune in to this tonight not sure id be up for witnessin a freakin robbery

[Mars_ax]

On to the main in Mexico City = JMM vs. Fedchenko, I hope Marquez gets this over quick, it's past my bedtime.

[Mars_ax]

Scores were 116-112, 115-112 Rios, 117-111 Abri
What the hell?

There was only enough money for two of the judges.

Good one Tito.

[Kirkland Laing]

They're obviously setting up Marquez versus Rios for Cowboys Stadium in September and a little thing like Abril easily beating Rios isn't going to be allowed to derail that fight. Given that GBP would rather not have Marquez beat Pacquaio again and show their cash cow up again, you've got to be worried if you're Marquez and you're going to be facing Texas judges. Especially if Top Rank get Gale Van Hoy and his two brothers appointed as the judges.

[Mars_ax]

Marquez is ancient @38 years old, for a small fighter. This one is shaping up to be a snoozer.

[fan johnny]

If the boy can keep throwing the jab, he can win this on points.

[OumaFan]

Bit surprised by the choice of opponent here. Not that I know anything about Fedchenko, or if he's that good, but Marquez would probably rather not have to force a fight. Its certainly not a sparring partner for a future Rios fight.

[Mars_ax]

They're obviously setting up Marquez versus Rios for Cowboys Stadium in September and a little thing like Abril easily beating Rios isn't going to be allowed to derail that fight. Given that GBP would rather not have Marquez beat Pacquaio again and show their cash cow up again, you've got to be worried if you're Marquez and you're going to be facing Texas judges. Especially if Top Rank get Gale Van Hoy and his two brothers appointed as the judges.

Abril fought a great fight and deserved to win, but honestly, I don't think Rios heart was in this. I hope Marquez hands him his ass in Sept. if that fight comes off.

[fan johnny]

Bit surprised by the choice of opponent here. Not that I know anything about Fedchenko, or if he's that good, but Marquez would probably rather not have to force a fight. Its certainly not a sparring partner for a future Rios fight.

It's always a mistake for Marquez to take on the outside style. But it looks like this boy just aint good enough and Marquez is going to knock him out.

[Mars_ax]

If the boy can keep throwing the jab, he can win this on points.

Fedchenko or Marquez? If you mean Fedchenko, he hasn't got a snowballs chance in hell of winning a decision in Mex City.

[fan johnny]

They're obviously setting up Marquez versus Rios for Cowboys Stadium in September and a little thing like Abril easily beating Rios isn't going to be allowed to derail that fight. Given that GBP would rather not have Marquez beat Pacquaio again and show their cash cow up again, you've got to be worried if you're Marquez and you're going to be facing Texas judges. Especially if Top Rank get Gale Van Hoy and his two brothers appointed as the judges.

Abril fought a great fight and deserved to win, but honestly, I don't think Rios heart was in this. I hope Marquez hands him his ass in Sept. if that fight comes off.

Rios is taylor made for Marquez. Rios wouldn't last to the 9th.

[fan johnny]

If the boy can keep throwing the jab, he can win this on points.

Fedchenko or Marquez? If you mean Fedchenko, he hasn't got a snowballs chance in hell of winning a decision in Mex City.

I'm sure your right on with that. But it looks like Fedchenko,has no corner telling him how to handle Marquez. He's had success early on but Marquez already has his timing down and it's just a matter of time now.

[Gandalf]

This is a dull fight. Two counterpunchers and it's just drifting along.

To hell with Marquez/Rios. Rios doesn't deserve a superfight.

[Mars_ax]

I like JMM, but i'm not a big enough fan to watch the rest of this fight, night folks.