People are saying that speed will be a huge factor here, particularly how much faster Pacman is than Hatton. IMO Hatton's footspeed is almost equal to Pacman's and definitely closer than it was to Mayweather's who Hatton was able to pin on the ropes. Definitely Manny has the faster hands, but IMO its his power not his handspeed that will be really important because anybody can land on Hatton if they have good timing. IMO the big factor here is can Pacquiao stay off the ropes, and if not can he outfight Hatton with his back on the ropes? He used excellent lateral movement against De La Hoya, and I applaud him, but Hatton is a lot quicker of foot than Oscar, and he uses better lateral movement to keep the opponent cornered.

I think Manny will win, but I can easily see Hatton winning, IMO if he keeps Manny on the ropes it will be a war because Manny isn't Mayweather and can't avoid the incoming, all he will be able to do is punch back. Its just some guys you don't bet against, and at this point Manny is one of them.