As De La Hoya vs Pacquioa approaches, there has been talk of Oscar's apparent "no win" situation facing pound for pound champion Manny Pacquiao on December 6th. The theory here is that Oscar is too big and too strong for Manny, if he wins, he will recieve criticism for his choice of opponent, and the notion that he "won a fight he was expected to win."
This is an exaggeration. Truth is, if Oscar were to stop Manny in any fashion, One should consider this fight an impressive preformance by Oscar. Yes, Manny started his career at 106, but he has shown skill and maturity under Roach, winning his last 8 fights.
He has proven to be a powerful fighter, with lightning speed and an awkward style.
If Oscar wins, and does so in impressive fashion, he deserves the appropriate credit.
This is an exaggeration. Truth is, if Oscar were to stop Manny in any fashion, One should consider this fight an impressive preformance by Oscar. Yes, Manny started his career at 106, but he has shown skill and maturity under Roach, winning his last 8 fights.
He has proven to be a powerful fighter, with lightning speed and an awkward style.
If Oscar wins, and does so in impressive fashion, he deserves the appropriate credit.
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