"It takes two to tango."
That statement is no truer than in the sport of boxing. Competitive fights are what should be at the forefront of boxing. In a perfect world, it would be Joshua Clottey and Miguel Cotto who have a 24/7 series dedicated to them. But of course, we are all human and just like the vanity of the world that attracts people to the glossy brand-names in shopping, so we are attracted to the big names in boxing. Mayweather, Delahoya, and now Manny Pacquiao are those boxing "brand names". No matter who they are in against, there will be a buzz associated with the fight. While any exposure is good for boxing, it's also important to get some exposure out there for the people who are really going to entertain. Mayweather-Delahoya should have proven beyond a doubt that 2 big names do not always equate to a big time fight.
Now, maybe Marquez-Mayweather is not a Delahoya-Mayweather kind of affair. But it still stands that the general consensus points towards a Mayweather victory. So much so, in fact, that media outlets are consistently looking past this fight and questioning Mayweather about possible fights with Pacquiao, Cotto or Mosley. Whether it's conscious or subconscious, the public has nonetheless shown that they are more interested in the bigger match-ups for the big names. It makes more sense to promote the gems that are hidden from casual fans, such as Cotto-Clottey. These are fights that would re-energize boxing if enough people could see them. These are the fights that can make life-long fans.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
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Its the biggest fight of the year of course it deserves a 24/7. Marquez is one of the greatest Mexican fighters ever and Mayweathers returning from retirement.
ReplyDeleteBut then again, you like Zab Judah and think he's good so its clear you dont know shit about boxing outside of your own narrow and pedestrian perspective.
It's a shame that you had to undermine your initial point that was at least thought out with another statement that just highlights your immaturity. Try to not attack your own credibility if you want anybody to accept your views.
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