Manny Pacquiao News Tracker in Google+

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Manny Pacquiao News Tracker in Google+
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GMA-7 airs exclusive coverage, behind the scenes footage of Manny Pacquiao versus Shane Mosley fight

This weekend, depending on your time zone (May 8 for the Philippines), Filipinos and fans of Manny Pacquiao all over the world will be glued to the screen watching the much-awaited Manny Pacquiao versus Shane Mosley fight.

Yesterday, I began feeling the Pacquiao mania as GMA-7 started showing news and tidbits of the upcoming match through their various programs such as Show Me Da Manny and the likes. I also look forward to Charice Pempengco's rendition of the national anthem. Now that is certainly fitting for an opening.

Last Friday, I attended a bloggers briefing at GMA-7 who will air the exclusive coverage on free television. Admittedly, as per contract, there will be slight delay for Filipino viewers through this medium. However, for those who are anxious in being updated, they can tune in to DZBB and GMA News for updates.

It was interesting to see how high tech and huge some of the studios I got a glimpse on. Hope to be able to watch a live episode or program someday.

One thing unexpected during our tour was meeting Wilma Galvante, Senior Vice President - Entertainment group, of GMA-7. Instead of us asking her questions, she asked a lot of questions about blogging like how did we become one, sustainability, handling of controversy, promotion, among others. Later on, she mentioned plans of having her own blog someday. She candidly answered questions about the various programs and how talents got chosen to play lead roles in teleserye.

Program updates that Kapuso viewers can look forward this May includes:

• Secret Garden (a Koreanovela replacing Baker King) starts May 2.
• Munting Heredera (child actresses Mona Louise Rey, Kyle Daniel Ocampo, and Barbara Miguel) - May 9
• My Chubby World - May 14
• Blusang Itim (Kylie Padilla, Frank Magalona, and Winwyn Marquez) - May 16
• Andres de Saya (Cesar Montano and Iza Calzado) - May 28
• Sisid (Jackie Rice, Dominic Roco, and JC Tiuseco) - May 30
• Amaya (Marian Rivera) - May 30
• Playful Kiss (Koreanovela)

Watch the video for full details about these programs:

Filipinos Celebrate Online as Manny Pacquiao Wins Fight vs. Margarito

(Monitoring feed at Twazzup)

I haven't watched a live Manny Pacquiao fight on television for quite sometime now. Twitter has served as my theatre as dedicated fans of the match tweet blow-by-blow developments. Although with more folks using Twitter and boxing fans of both camps active online, tweets have surged to thousands per minute when it used to be in the hundreds.

Like in real world fights, it is also amazing to see fans of Floyd Mayweather Jr. still turning down the Pacman for his ability to fight. I guess they can't stand the attention and love that Pacquaio is getting right now.

I will leave the blow-by-blow coverage to the experts. But for now, I encourage all Pacquiao fans to celebrate this victory by giving congratulatory words to the "Pambansang Kamao".

On my end, I will savor this Pacquiao victory reading the feeds of Pacquiao followers cheering right now via:

• Google (monitor the latest news and updates about Pacquiao as they appear today)
• Twazzup (you will find Hollywood celebrities tweeting Pacquiao)
• Twitoaster (follow-up on threads missed earlier like Mommy Dionisia watching the fight for the first time)
• Trendsmap (shows Pacquiao being discussed in different parts of the world)
• Trendistic (shows that 3% tweets were about Pacquiao from start of day to an hour after fight.)
• Crowdeye  (more than 37k tweets as of this writing)
• What the Hashtag (#pacquiao hashtag was used by more than 3k Twitter users today)
• Amplicate (96% said they love Pacquiao)

Oh and don't forget to visit our Manny Pacquiao fan page and leave a congratulatory note for the Pacman. Congratulations Manny!

Win a Manny Pacquiao versus Antonio Margarito fight pay-per-view ticket, watch at SM Mall of Asia

A few years back, we watched a pay-per-view fight of Manny Pacquiao at SM Cinema North EDSA. It was my first then where Pacquiao won the fight by unanimous decision. For sure, for those fights where technical knock-out or TKO is achieved, the energy in the theatre would be totally different. For those who want that kind of experience, here is your chance of winning a pay-per-view ticket at SM Mall of Asia courtesy of Alaxan FR.

1. Like the Alaxan FR Facebook page.
2. Take a picture of you wearing the new Alaxan FR Pacman Tshirt and make that your default Facebook profile photo. (here's how you can get the shirt)
3. From November 8 to 12, wait for the announcement of Alaxan FR Facebook page when you can post words (at least 100 characters) of encouragement for Manny Pacquiao. The first 5 posts each day will win one (1) free pay per view ticket of the Manny Pacquiao vs. Antonio Margarito fight at SM Mall of Asia ONLY.

Check out the announcement at Alaxan FR Facebook page.

Good luck! Of course, for those who prefer to watch the fight at their homes live and with no commercial break, check out the PLDT WatchPad promo.

Get a Manny Pacquiao shirt free from Alaxan

Just found out that when you buy 20 Alaxan FR capsules in participating drugstores, you can get the brand new limited edition Alaxan FR Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao t-shirt.

You can get the shirt promo at:

• Watson's -- all branches
• Mercury Drugstore -- Blumentritt Avenida; Malabon Plaza; Sampaloc AH Lacson; Baclaran Quirino; Makati Comembo; Makati Glorietta 3; Citimall Diliman; QC Trinoma Mall; JAKA Plaza Pque; Marikina Shoe Ave.; Rodriguez JP Rizal; EDSA Central Pavillion; Greenhills Shoppesville; Kalookan Monumento; Novaliches North Olympus; Taytay Manila East Road; Ermita Taft Apacible; Mandaluyong Shaw Laurel; Pasay Metropoint EDSA Taft; Ever Gotesco Commonwealth; Alabang Town Center Zapote; Muntinlupa Pob Nat’l Hi-way; Marikina CSP Mall; Shangrila Plaza Mandaluyong; Robinson Galleria Ortigas
• NORTH LUZON: St. Joseph
• CENTRAL LUZON: Manson
• SOUTH LUZON: South Star
• EAST VISAYAS: 360 Pharmacy; Rose Pharmacy
• WEST VISAYAS: Negros Grace
• MINDANAO: NCCC; Rose Pharmacy Davao; Rose Pharmacy CDO

WatchPad users can watch Pacquiao vs. Margarito fight live, free, no commercial breaks

My PLDT DSL Internet connection at home is quite slow these days and working on an upgrade of connection speed to 768 kbps or higher so I can have the option viewing the Pacquiao-Margarito fight as being offered now by PLDT. This means plan 990 subscribers will need to upgrade to plan 1299.

WatchPad users can reserve their slot on or before November 8, 2010 at http://www.pldtwatchpad.com/PacmanMargaritoFight.html

For non-WatchPad users like me, one can sign-up at http://www.pldtwatchpad.com/SignUp.html

I hope that WatchPad can extend their promotion for this. For more updates, you can “like” WatchPad on Facebook or follow them on Twitter.

Best of all, WatchPad users can watch the fight live, free and with no commercial breaks.

With Manny Pacquiao now serving the country as a Congressman, I am quite nervous with his chances on this fight knowing also that Margarito is one big boxer and known for some "tactics". But hopefully, with Filipinos love and prayers for the PacMan, I hope our champion will once again prevail on this fight.

Manny Pacquiao knocked out Ricky Hatton at Round 2

At the delight of many Filipinos around the world, Manny "PacMan" Pacquiao knocked out Ricky Hatton at round 2 during the "The Battle of East and West" match that just took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas earlier today.

Manny Pacquiao vs Ricky Hatton from Tiam Kakavand on Vimeo.

Pacquiao was 148 and Hatton at 152 pounds at the start of the fight. Singers Martin Nievera and Tom Jones sang the country anthems.

Ricky Hatton entered the ring in a flamboyant gear with the British audience chanting for him. Manny Pacquiao made his appearance with the song Pilipino ang Lahi Ko and WWE Filipino wrestler Dave Batista on his side.

The first round was intense as Pacquiao delivered two knockdowns immediately. Hatton was not able to recover the from the upset and was knocked out at the 2nd round. It was a quick fight.

From this blog, congratulations Manny Pacquiao! Filipinos all over the world are cheering for you even more. Congratulations!

Floyd Mayweather Jr. are you next?

Manny Pacquiao versus Ricky Hatton - may the better fighter win!

Filipino boxing lovers all over the world are anxious and eager about the upcoming fight between Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton dubbed as the "The Battle of East and West". This is scheduled to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 2nd.

In our case, this is the first time that we'll be managing another site as we monitor the fight at our Manny Pacquiao Facebook fan page where everyone is encouraged to join.

Hatton's edge
Some observers feel that Hatton has an advantage over Pacquiao. Primarily because, Pacquiao is smaller compared to his opponent. Hatton is also confident and challenged by how analysts are belittling his chances of beating Pacquiao. He encourages his followers to bet all they got - even their house. (oh my!)

Pacquiao ready
As always, Pacquiao does not underestimate any opponent and even expressed that the Hatton fight is something to look forward. He has already tuned his mind and body to the upcoming match. Although some say that his being humble is already to condition his fans in case he loses - that he is about to face a great opponent.

But what Pacquiao has that Hatton doesn't is the faith of the Filipino people. That in every fight, there is no crime committed, politics put aside, and Filipinos pray for him to win. That power and faith is something that can not be undermined and that puts a lot of responsibility, and even a miracle, for Pacquiao to come out victorious in the past.

But I agree that this fight is something to look forward to as both boxers have earned their respect by working hard without much trash talk.

May the better fighter win. From this blog, go Manny!

Manny Pacquiao versus Ricky Hatton fight uncertain

I was watching the news earlier and heard that Manny Pacquiao's fight versus Ricky Hatton scheduled on May 2 is still uncertain. Primary reason behind it is the revenue sharing agreement between two camps as Team Pacquiao wants a bigger piece of the cake at 60%.

Apart from Hatton, Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s camp, also of Antonio Margarito, has also expressed to fight Pacquiao but it is unlikely that will take place that soon.

Pacquiao shared the news last night in an interview with Dianne Castillejo of Bandila. He arrived with his 3 kids as wife Jinky and newborn Queen Elizabeth was left behind. According to Pacquiao, Jinky and newest baby girl Queen Elizabeth will arrive before the end of the month.

How about you? Who do you want to be Pacquiao's main opponent soon?

I think whoever that will be, I'm excited to do the same coverage we have done on the Pacquiao vs. De La Hoya fight showing a summary (at Busby SEO Test) and round-by-round.

Manny Pacquiao won vs. Oscar De La Hoya

Filipinos all over the world are joyful today as Manny Pacquiao won the boxing match versus Oscar De La Hoya at the end of the 8th round.

Here are some observations on every round:

Round 1
Manny Pacquiao was throwing combo shots right from the start and was able to connect with a left straight twice. Oscar De La Hoya targeted Pacquiao's body and threw more jabs. Pacquiao was able to defend himself and used speed very well.

Round 2

Despite De La Hoya's height and reach, quick and aggressive Pacquiao dominated and managed to punch straight to the face and hurt the Golden Boy with a body shot. His jabs were lethal.

Round 3

Pacquiao continued to connect with his left and made a right hook to the body. De La Hoya throwing left jabs wide and with combination to the body.

Round 4
Pacquiao with a power left hit the face of De La Hoya. Crowd yelled! De La Hoya received continuous punches from Pacquiao in this round, one after the other. Dela Hoya cut near the eye area becomes evident.

Round 5
De La Hoya sticked to the left jab was able to connect with right straight to the body. He threw 1-2 combinations and head shot but Pacquiao was able to counter. Pacquiao connected with a left hook.

Round 6
Pacquiao focused on puching De La Hoya's body one after the other. De La Hoya looked already too tired at this round.

Round 7
De La Hoya's left eye was almost shut due to Pacquiao beating. A fan just fainted in the crowd.

Round 8
Pacquiao continues to deliver punches to De La Hoya - who is no longer punching back.

De La Hoya threw in the towel after round 8.

Congratulations Manny Pacquiao!

Manny Pacquiao Nike Internet Ad Got a Cease and Desist Order

Show your support.
Post a shoutout for Manny.

Just got a heads-up that the Ad Standards Council (ASC) has issued a Cease and Desist Order (CDO) on the NIKE Internet ad above which is currently running at Inquirer and PinoyExchange.

The ad encourages visitors to submit personal prayers, wishes, or dedications for Manny Pacman Pacquiao in its upcoming fight versus Oscar Dela Hoya.

The CDO was issued for violation of Art. I, sec. 3 of the ASC Code and is effective immediately. The section provides that:

"Advertisements must respect religious beliefs, and be sensitive to the diverse religions, mores, culture, traditions, characteristics, historical background and identity of the various Filipino communities and uphold traditional Filipino family and social values."

The ad trivializes the prayer, our Father (Give us this day), and was therefore disapproved.

Hoya versus Pacquiao - a mismatch?

Surprised in reading a news item where Games and Amusement Board chairman Eric Buhain wants the fight between Manny Pacquiao and Oscar dela Hoya stopped as it may result to the defeat of Pacquiao due to the many disadvantages such as height, reach, among others.

They even want to consider revoking his boxing license just to stop the fight. What do you think?

Pacquiao defeats Diaz and now holds 4 title belts

Thanks to Twitter and Plurk, we got to monitor the developments happening in the fight between Manny Pacquiao and David Diaz.





Pacquiao is a confirmed winner as he defeated Diaz by knock out on the 9th round. He is also the first Filipino boxer to hold four (4) titles. Here are some interesting coverage you should check out:

• Pacquiao KOs Diaz for WBC Lightweight Title
• Perfect Pac-Man Wins Fourth Title

If you are a Manny Pacquiao fan and a Facebook user, be known!

Manny Pacquiao is at the peak of his boxing career

As Manny Pacquiao leaves for the U.S. to prepare for his fight with David Diaz, fans are quite excited as the boxer began showing strong commitment for his training to ensure a great fight although his being one week delay was also a concern for many. Another item that must be disappointing for him now are folks, government and observers, wanting to know how much Pacquiao made in the last fight. Juan Manuel Marquez is also moving up lightweight division to pursue another fighting chance with Manny Pacquiao.

I got the chance to talk to Dong Secuya last Tuesday. This Philippine Internet pioneer and site owner of PhilBoxing and Pacland is optimistic. In this video interview. he believes Pacquiao is at his peak and we can all expect a good fight to watch this June.

Manny Pacquiao: a time to focus

Manny Pacquiao emerged victorious against his fight versus Juan Manuel Marquez but was saddled with a lot of intrigue. A few friends who doubted his win but got the chance to watch the fight once more said that he indeed deserved it. His bagging of awards were certainly worthy too.

Regardless, it will be best for Pacquiao to focus on his career and other activities that will put him in a better disposition after retiring from boxing. He doesn't need either to get into politics just to help the people around him and the country. There are other ways, like how he is helping now, to help those asking for it.

This is the first Pacquiao fight that I wasn't able to watch on its exact time and date of fight. The admiration is no longer as strong as before. His seriousness in this sport is no longer the same. I guess if he gets his boxing groove back, a lot of us will be excited once more.

Manny Pacquiao versus Marco Antonio Barrera Part 2

For those who would like to re-kindle the last fight between the two great boxers.

Intro to Round 1

Round 1 continuation

Round 2 to 3

Round 4 to 5

Round 6 to 7

Round 8 to 9

Round 10 to 11

Round 12

Lighter side: Manny Pacquiao impersonator

A good friend way back in the early 90s is now known for being an impersonator of Manny Pacquiao. Here's a snippet of his latest spoof.

Extreme Magic Sing


Para sa yo ang laban na ito

Pacquiao defeats Barrera

Congratulations to Manny Pacquiao for defeating Marco Antonio Barrera!

Barrera is reported to be set for retirement as this game was his last fight. He is happy for proving that Pacquiao won't be able to knock him out.

In the Philippines, time stopped during the match with zero-crime happening during the early hours up to the end of the fight. Filipinos from all walks of life monitored the fight and cheered on. Legislators sees the fight and the victory as a timely respect from all the political bickerings happening in the country.

This is also a great victory for Pacquiao where his countrymen shall eagerly await for his return.
Once again, Pacquiao made us all Filipinos proud. Cheers Manny!

Pacquiao prepares for Barrera match

Sorry folks for not being able to update this blog lately. Got too busy. =(

The Manny Pacquiao and Antonio Barrera match is slated this October 6 at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. Majority of fans are excited as Pacquiao promises a great fight and taking the effort in sharpening his punches. He also sealed the deal with GMA 7 for the TV airing rights.

Unfortunately, as in the past fights, Pacquiao always get distracted and this puts a lot of pressure to his trainer, Freddie Roach. Doing the training in unsecured facilities in the Philippines attracts attention from uninvited fans during practice sessions.

Despite Pacquiao's fighting form, Barrera can't be underestimated. Whether this will be a revenge for Barrera or a repeat victory for Pacquiao remains to be seen.

With blessings coming to Pacquiao left and right, he doesn't hesitate to share this whenever he can. However, it is sad when you hear of people conning their fellowmen whom they promised to help in the first place. Perhaps it is time for Pacquiao to have another person handle these type of concerns as he is getting abused already.

Pacquiao and Barrera fight bout is on!

Being a celebrity can really draw a lot of attention to you from all fronts. For Manny Pacquiao, this comes in good and bad light.

Great to hear that Bob Arum and Oscar De La Hoya came out settling their differences over Manny Pacquiao's contract. I guess prolonging the controversy makes a great number of parties in a disadvantage and have to start seeing things from a very practical and profitable point of view. This includes boxers in De La Hoya's camp who are more than anxious to get a crack at fighting Manny Pacquiao and earn big bucks like in the case of Marco Antonio Barrera who is contemplating of retirement if he won't be able to fight Pacquiao soon. As a result, the fight between Barrera and Pacquiao is finally on! If Pacquiao performs well in his next fight, he might become Ring Magazine's number 1 pound-for-pound fighter.

Pacquiao was nominated by ESPN for Best Fighter in its annual ESPY awards along with Miguel Cotto, Floyd Mayweather, Randy Couture and Quinton Jackson.

In his column Ronnie Nathanielsz shared his observation as to how Filipinos evaluate a fighter's worthiness in terms of being the country's top sportsman. He mentioned that the human dimension comes in as a great factor. How they handled themselves and use their glory for better good of themselves and the people around them. I wonder if the same can be told with the way we select our future leaders. Perhaps that is why some of those in power, who by qualifications are unfit but by human dimension are worthy eventually wins.

Philippine boxing is indeed more exciting than ever because of Manny Pacquiao. It will be for many years to come as the boxer does not hesitate in providing cash incentives to boxing players eager to start a career in this field.