BS: Boxing (Fights) Question

Subject: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: gnu
Date: 08 May 07 - 04:19 PM

I did not see Oscar and Floyd fight yet. To late and $$ for me.

I have talked to five people who saw the fight, two of whom are boxers of note (one was a great fighter in the 154 weight class). Each say Oscar won the fight according to the rules and to proper application of the rules.

Was this fight and the judging of the fight a setup for another big payday upon the rematch?

Anyone who saw the fight care to comment?

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: alanabit
Date: 08 May 07 - 04:36 PM

I haven't seen it, but I will if I get a chance. The reporter I read said the verdict was about right. I will not comment any further until I see it. There have been scandalous verdicts in boxing history, but I think there have been less in recent years. One thing many people do not appreciate, is that no points are supposed to be scored when the inside of the glove strikes the opponent. That is regarded as a slap rather than a punch. There have been fights in which one fighter landed a lot of those but (rightly) lost the fight on points. Hope the thread stays up long enough to get more replies and maybe I will see the fight soon...

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: GUEST,Carl
Date: 08 May 07 - 07:21 PM

I undewrstand it was a split decision, without the drama as billed. Scores were 116-112, 115-113 Mayweather, 115-113 De La Hoya.

Reports were that it was close enough to justify a debate as to who won. I understand that it was a competitive fight but short of the pre-fight hype.

After, De La Hoya said he landed the harder and crisper punches. Mayweather said De La Hoya threw a lot of punches but they dinn't land. It seems the fighters traded punches to end the fight (.My recollection, is Mayweather had the best landed punch stats).

The crowd seemed to feel De La Hoya won.. Most (but not all) of the the boxing reporters seemed to see the fight favouring Mayweather.

If one of them does not retire first, a rematch is likely to occur. The $ and pride is still there.


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Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: Becca72
Date: 08 May 07 - 07:43 PM

I didn't see the fight. If it's on HBO I will watch it and let what I think.

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: GUEST,Carl
Date: 09 May 07 - 06:07 AM

FYI, A good site for most fighters boxing records is found at Boxrec.com.

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: Jim Lad
Date: 09 May 07 - 04:08 PM

I'd much rather see both of them step out of the North American safety zone and take on some of the European & British fighters.

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: GUEST,Carl
Date: 09 May 07 - 07:20 PM

Who do you see as worthy in the European and british scene?
They would have to draw some $ or be notable to garner interest.
What division is the popular welsh fighter in?

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: Jim Lad
Date: 10 May 07 - 02:06 AM

Joe Calzaghe is a Super Middle Weight I believe. There would be no shortage of funds for some of the American Icons to step into another arena. I think the Peter Manfredo Junior fiasco was a bit of an insult to Joe Calzaghe and honestly believe that the North American Fighters have lost credibility out of it. That's the second scout that's been sent over there and neither has fared well.
There is the perception that the belt holders in America will not take on serious competition for fear of losing stature and with that, money.
Point to note: Manfredo's next opponent has a 19-10-2, 9 KOs record. Those 10 losses are what you look for when your man is trying to regain his stature. His opponent knows how to lose.
I for one would have far more respect for any fighter who loses to a better man on the day than I would any champion who cherry picks his competition and wins.

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: Jim Lad
Date: 10 May 07 - 02:14 AM

Mikkel Kessler is the other one whose being ducked. Ricky Hatton had to step up a weight to get a decent card. ?

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: Sorcha
Date: 13 May 07 - 09:43 PM

North America.
Wrong bananas.

Subject: RE: BS: Boxing (Fights) Question
From: gnu
Date: 14 May 07 - 02:45 PM

Just watched it. Yup, no question.

BTW, anyone else get severely upset when measuring is considered legal? Not that it had anything to do with the outcome of this particular fight. Just asking... I mean, throw away ALL the rules or what?