Well, it sure took long enough, but the fight is finally here. Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao. These 2 are without question, the 2 biggest faces in the sport. Hell, in the eyes of many, they're the only 2 faces in the sport. Mayweather has been ranked #1 in the world for as long as people my age can remember, and his success, arrogance and criminal past have caused him to be both one of the wealthiest, and most hated, athletes in the world. Like a lot of battles, this is seen as a conflict between good and evil, and it is clear who that Floyd Mayweather is playing the villain. Manny Pacquiao, on the other hand, is almost as loved by the public as Mayweather is hated. He has a very good sense of humor and charming personality, and along with being a boxer, he is a politician, pop star, and basketball player. It is a perfect contrast of personalities. Now, I will discuss how these 2 match up with one another and who has the edge.
Speed
This one goes to Floyd. Mayweather is very quick and will frustrate Pac Man with his ability to slip away from any punch that Manny throws. Floyd will hope to use this quickness to tire out Pacquio and wear him down in the later rounds.
Edge: Mayweather
Power
This is where Manny has the edge. Other then the controversial knockout of Victor Ortiz in 2011, Mayweather has not had a knockout of any sort since his stoppage of Ricky Hatton in 2007. Pac Man is much more known for his power than Floyd is, as Mayweather relies more on quickness and defense. Manny has the edge in this category.
Edge: Pacquiao
Defense
This is an easy one. Even Mayweather's harshest critics will admit that he is one of the greatest defensive boxers of all time. He has perfected the shoulder roll like he invented it and trying to hit him is like trying the smack a fly out of the air. He moves so quickly around the ring and can dodge a punch like few others can. Floyd has the edge over Manny and pretty much everybody else in this category.
Edge: Mayweather
Chin
Mayweather has the edge again. Floyd rarely ever gets hit, but when he does, his chin is strong enough to where it does not hurt him like it does most fighters, Pac Man included.
Edge: Mayweather
Confidence
I don't really have to explain this one, do I?
Edge: Mayweather
In conclusion, I am very excited for this fight. This has been 5 years in the making and these 2 are both among at least the Top 40 fighters of all time. I am indeed pulling for Manny Pacquiao in this fight like most people are. However, I do not see him winning. Manny will come fired up and this fight will be even for the first 4-5 rounds or so. However, Floyd's quickness and defense will frustrate Manny, and cause him to tire himself out. Like so many of Floyd's previous opponents, Manny will be worn down by Round 10, and it will be clear by that point who the winner will be. I expect a fairly competitive fight, but Floyd will just be too much in the end. I have Mayweather winning 8 rounds out of 12, and the final scorecard should read 116-112 in favor of Mayweather. Yes, as much as people may be pissed off, 48-0 will become a reality.
Winner: Mayweather
No comments:
Post a Comment