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Marquez tells Pacquiao to get ready for big war
by Emmanuel B. Villaruel
January 9, 2005
International Boxing Federation and World Boxing Association featherweight champion Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico boldly declared that his second fight against Filipino ring star Manny Pacquiao will be a war.
Marquez expressed doubts though on Pacquiao’s readiness to challenge him anew, prompting the Mexican dual champion to dare the General Santos City-native ring punisher not to make any excuses that may derail their February 26 rematch in Las Vegas.
“A postponement isn’t possible. We have an obligation to television and to our fans to be in the ring and ready to fight. We must arrive there in top condition and any last minute protest about an injury, just would not be valid. I’m expecting this second fight will be a war, and I’m preparing accordingly,?Marquez told krikya360.com.
Marquez has trained very hard for more than a month now and will start sparring sessions next Wednesday. In contrast, Pacquiao has yet to start his preparations for the highly-anticipated return bout.
Inspite of that, Marquez admits that it’s going to be a tough and great fight ahead.
“It’s going to be one tough fight. I know his style and he knows mine, and I’m sure it’s going to be a really great fight. I’m sure Manny will train hard and not underestimate his current opponent who’s waiting for him up in the ring,?said Marquez.
The two decorated and powerful boxers first clashed on May 9, 2004 at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, where Marquez miraculously survived three knockdowns in the first round and went on to forge a controversial split draw with Pacquiao over 12 heats.
Presently, the scheduled rematch is in serious jeopardy as Marquez wants more money for the fight against Pacquiao.
While Pacquiao is guaranteed $900,000 purse, Marquez demanded $1.5 million or double than the $750,000 initially dangled by Top Rank big boss Bom Arum, the handler of Marquez.
Marquez argued that he must get the lion’s share of the purse because he is the champion who will stake not just one but two prestigious belts, but American promoter Murad Muhammad insisted that it is Pacquiao who should receive the bigger paycheck being the main attraction.
Marquez tells Pacquiao to get ready for big war
by Emmanuel B. Villaruel
January 9, 2005
International Boxing Federation and World Boxing Association featherweight champion Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico boldly declared that his second fight against Filipino ring star Manny Pacquiao will be a war.
Marquez expressed doubts though on Pacquiao’s readiness to challenge him anew, prompting the Mexican dual champion to dare the General Santos City-native ring punisher not to make any excuses that may derail their February 26 rematch in Las Vegas.
“A postponement isn’t possible. We have an obligation to television and to our fans to be in the ring and ready to fight. We must arrive there in top condition and any last minute protest about an injury, just would not be valid. I’m expecting this second fight will be a war, and I’m preparing accordingly,?Marquez told krikya360.com.
Marquez has trained very hard for more than a month now and will start sparring sessions next Wednesday. In contrast, Pacquiao has yet to start his preparations for the highly-anticipated return bout.
Inspite of that, Marquez admits that it’s going to be a tough and great fight ahead.
“It’s going to be one tough fight. I know his style and he knows mine, and I’m sure it’s going to be a really great fight. I’m sure Manny will train hard and not underestimate his current opponent who’s waiting for him up in the ring,?said Marquez.
The two decorated and powerful boxers first clashed on May 9, 2004 at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, where Marquez miraculously survived three knockdowns in the first round and went on to forge a controversial split draw with Pacquiao over 12 heats.
Presently, the scheduled rematch is in serious jeopardy as Marquez wants more money for the fight against Pacquiao.
While Pacquiao is guaranteed $900,000 purse, Marquez demanded $1.5 million or double than the $750,000 initially dangled by Top Rank big boss Bom Arum, the handler of Marquez.
Marquez argued that he must get the lion’s share of the purse because he is the champion who will stake not just one but two prestigious belts, but American promoter Murad Muhammad insisted that it is Pacquiao who should receive the bigger paycheck being the main attraction.
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