Official Mayweather vs Maidana Master Discussion & Postfight Analysis Thread

[milkroot]

I don't think Floyd is in his prime physically, but it's not like he is considerably slower. I would take this version of Floyd over 2007 Floyd in a matchup. He controls fights far better then he did pre retirement.

I respect you. Even though you're a Maidana fan -- as am I to a certain extent -- you give Mayweather his well-deserved props. You're cool.

[ИATAS]

Be realistic. There is nothing in their history that says he's capable of doing what he is saying. Expect to face the best opponent you will ever face and say that I'll give it my all and I feel that my efforts will have my hand raised in victory.

No, we get mouthpieces with records on them, saying Broner and Mayweather fight the same, awkward styles will cause Floyd problems, etc... I get it, he's in the limelight, he's enjoying the limelight. However, there is something to say for acting like you've been here before because when you don't, the enormity of the event can and will overtake you. In Floyd's mind, he's fighting Marcos. In Marcos' mind, he's fighting 45-0, 20 million dollar paydays.

His focus on this fight has never been right. Robert's focus has never been right. Having Marcos watch videos of boxing upsets. That right there shows Marcos that he doesn't feel his own fighter is on even footing for Floyd, that it is going to require a miracle to win. Is that the seed that you want to plant in your fighter's head. That this isn't a 50/50 fight or the greats have to lose at some point in time?

I know many people don't like him, but Floyd is different. He hit the genetic lottery as far as physical attributes and unlike virtually everyone in history outside of LeBron James, has never abused them or took them for granted or had a life changing event that forced him to avoid them for a while. He grew up with championship caliber boxers guiding his career. He does not overlook his opponent and as he has gotten older, he's become even more cerebral in his approach in fighting. I prefer his 2013 incarnation than I do the 2009 version, even with the decline in physical skills.

Basically, I understanding coming to win, but be honest with what you are up against and they aren't being honest.

Are you mental? You wrote all of that because Maidana is being confident and having some fun? Jesus Christ man get a grip

[icebergisonfire]

Are you mental? You wrote all of that because Maidana is being confident and having some fun? Jesus Christ man get a grip

I don't mind people that talk ****, but don't write a check with your mouth that your talent can't cash. That is where we are with this fight.

[ИATAS]

I don't mind people that talk ****, but don't write a check with your mouth that your talent can't cash. That is where we are with this fight.

We all know this is a mismatch of a fight and a horrible PPV, however there is absolutely nothing wrong with a man having confidence and trying to sell the fight.

[icebergisonfire]

We all know this is a mismatch of a fight and a horrible PPV, however there is absolutely nothing wrong with a man having confidence and trying to sell the fight.

I largely agree with you.



Recent sparring partner for Floyd.

[The_Demon]

We all know this is a mismatch of a fight and a horrible PPV, however there is absolutely nothing wrong with a man having confidence and trying to sell the fight.

Pretty much this

[fight_professor]

Floyd will win a lopsided UD. I like Maidana - he's a true lion, but he is slow enough for Floyd to pick him apart all night.

[fight_professor]

Must say the All Access is always awesome.

It wont happen, but a Maidana win would be the biggest shock in ages.

[milkroot]

Must say the All Access is always awesome.

It wont happen, but a Maidana win would be the biggest shock in ages.

Mayweather is gonna come in well prepared. Only way Maidana wins is if he lands a punch. I like this fight because Maidana has a puncher's chance. Mayweather will display his best tools. Maidana could bring out the best Mayweather we've ever seen.

[fight_professor]

I said it wont happen [99% likely Money wins] - but Maidana will fight 110%. He seems a nice humble guy Marcos. Very hard to not like him.